Pets Lifeline has announced that Nancy King, Chief Executive Officer since 2010, will retire at the end of the year.
“It has been an honor to serve as CEO of Pets Lifeline for 15 years,” King said. “I am proud of the work we have done to save the lives of thousands of animals and to make our community a better place for all animals.”
During her tenure as CEO, Pets Lifeline has solidified its presence as a respected animal welfare organization, created a robust humane education program, and fundraised and completed a capital campaign, culminating in building a new, state-of-the-art facility for the 37-year-old organization.
King has served in her current role since 2010, and prior to that, worked for one year as a shelter “jack of all trades,” quickly earning her stripes, building a database, and revitalizing the volunteer program.
Previously, she worked in the film industry for over 23 years.
Today, Pets Lifeline continues to function as Sonoma Valley’s only Animal Resource Center, advancing its mission to protect and improve the lives of cats and dogs through sheltering and adoption, humane education, and community programs.
“Nancy King has been a visionary leader for Pets Lifeline,” said Marchelle Carleton, board president. “She has built a strong and vibrant organization that is making a real difference in the lives of the animals and their families in our community. On behalf of the Board of Directors of Pets Lifeline, I would like to thank Nancy for her many years of dedicated service to our organization.”
King’s legacy at Pets Lifeline will be one of compassion, dedication, and innovation., Carleton said. “She set a high standard for all of us to follow and made a huge impact in our community.”
Under King’s leadership, Pets Lifeline has increased the number of animals adopted each year, expanded its veterinary services, and opened a new adoption center. The shelter has also raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to support its programs and services.
King, who will always have fond ties to the animals, staff, and volunteers at PLL, is looking forward to retirement. She lives in Sonoma with her partner, Dave Waldron, and their blended family of Doc, the dog, and three cats.
A regional search for a new executive director is underway. The recruiting firm Stacy Nelson & Associates has been hired to assist.
A celebration of her 15 years with Pets Lifeline will occur during its annual Miracle on 8th Street holiday gala on Friday, December 1.
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