Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley

Our Team


A dedicated bunch of volunteers and staff


Board of Directors


Animal Protectors is run by an all-volunteer board of directors. The Board is a working board – not only do they volunteer their time and expertise to decision making, you will see them working in the shelter office, at fundraising events, walking dogs and cat cuddling. The goal of the Board of Directors is to make decisions that move the shelter forward while continuing to provide the best care possible for the animals at our shelter.

  • Jeanne Lessig, President
  • Phyllis Framel, Vice-President
  • Kathy Abraham
  • Stacy Berkoben
  • Mike Keryeski
  • Sue Hillery, Secretary
  • Amy Trapani, Treasurer
  • Val DeSanto
  • Nicole Pavetti
  • Pat Presutti

Advisory Board


The Board of Directors receives guidance from an Advisory Board. Advisory Board members volunteer their time to assist the Board of Directors with strategy, financial needs, legal matters and veterinary expertise.

  • John Framel
  • Frederick P. Schuler, VMD
  • John Pastorek, President and CEO, Alle-Kiski Health Foundation
  • John Paz, Attorney at Law

Our Staff


Animal Protectors is staffed by a small number of part-time employees. Our employees are dedicated to the animals at our shelter and go above and beyond their job requirements to keep the animals comfortable as they await their forever homes.

 

  • Kathy Resnick
    Shelter Manager
  • Karen Connor
    Office Manager
  • Kim Beech
    Veterinary Technician
  • Marlane Saye
    Kennel Coordinator
  • Norma Galvanek
    Bookkeeper

Animal Caregivers:
Ashley Pitulski
Jessica Arnold
Jody Berisko
Kim Plummer
Jennifer King


Volunteers


We cannot forget about our volunteers! Our volunteers are a critical part of our team. Without the volunteers, we would not be able to keep our doors open. To learn more about volunteering, click here.