Our Team

Maya was hired in August of 2021. Maya grew up in Calais, VT and earned her B.S. from UVM, her MBA at St. Michael’s College and worked at Middlebury College as Director of Animal Programs and Associate Director of Laboratory Support. During that time, she served on the Board of Directors of the Addison County Humane Society and discovered her passion for animal welfare. She served as Director of Program Development and Operations at the Maryland SPCA from 2003 to 2009 and at the Animal Welfare Association (AWA) in New Jersey from 2009 to 2021.

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Keri started working at WCHS in 2002 and holds the record for the longest tenure. Before becoming the Director of Operations, she gained extensive knowledge in animal health and behavior. She worked closely with the veterinarians to develop the Pet Care Assistance program and other Clinic services. In her current role, she oversees all programs, including the shelter and clinic. A natural at working with people, Keri easily stepped into leadership—and somehow still finds time to cuddle the kittens.

Keri enjoys spending time with her family, hiking long scenic trails with her four-legged friends, and quilting.

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Violet joined WCHS part time in February 2025, and full time in March as our first ever Event and Marketing Manager. A Brattleboro native, Violet brings 13 years non-profit marketing experience. She returned to the area after 8 years at the Environmental Defense Fund in Washington, DC, and 5 years at PBS in Boston. 

A mission driven professional, Violet is ecstatic for the opportunity to support the work of the humane society in saving local pets. Her family has taken in strays and cared for pets in need for her whole life, so the mission is close to her heart. 

She has one dog (Buffalo) and one cat (Caterpillar). Both are rescues.

Contact Violet for events, social media, business partnership, and third party fundraisers.

With over 15 years of experience in veterinary medicine and emergency services, Sarah brings a unique blend of clinical, leadership, and crisis-response expertise to her role. She has served as a Hospital Manager at multiple veterinary clinics, where she implemented training programs, improved client satisfaction, and supported team development during periods of growth.

Most recently, Sarah served as an Emergency Services Dispatcher for Brattleboro Central Dispatch, coordinating urgent responses across multiple agencies.

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Eric started as a volunteer and was hired as our Kennel Tech in 2012. He has been such an asset to the team that he was promoted to Canine Specialist in the fall of 2017. Eric grew up and lives in Brattleboro.

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Starr was an experienced Veterinary Technician at Monadnock Humane Society, where she had worked since 2016. Starting as a shelter animal care technician, she advanced to assisting with medical procedures, organizing surgical schedules, and managing inventory.

Starr works closely with both shelter animals and the public, providing animal care, pet adoption, and technical expertise. 

Chris brings extensive experience in animal sheltering, canine behavior, and emergency response. He has led intake coordination, medical and behavioral assessments, and staff training in high-volume shelter settings.

As a former Animal Rescue Responder with the Humane Society of the United States, Chris worked on large-scale cruelty cases alongside law enforcement. His background also includes leadership roles with the TSA and the U.S. Air Force, which have strengthened his skills in crisis management and cross-agency coordination.

Chris is passionate about humane, individualized care and community-focused animal welfare strategies.  

Katie brings a strong background in animal welfare, community engagement, and program coordination to her role as Volunteer and Fostercare Coordinator. Most recently, she served at Monadnock Humane Society, where she recruited and supported foster caregivers, coordinated placements based on each animal’s needs, and built lasting relationships to strengthen the foster network.

Her earlier experience as an After School Program Coordinator also shaped her approach to people-first program design—matching individuals to roles where they can succeed and feel valued. She thrives in dynamic environments, whether coordinating care for shelter animals or navigating day-to-day challenges with compassion and efficiency.

With additional experience in staffing, events, and management, she brings a well-rounded, adaptable skill set to her work. Brattleboro holds a special place in her heart, and she’s excited to give back to the community through meaningful support of its animals and volunteers. 

Hayley works with dogs, cats and smallies, providing loving care to all our residents. Her mom works at a local Veterinary Clinic, often bringing home sick or injured animals to help care for, so Hayley has grown up around many different types of pets.

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