Board of Directors

Deb is delighted to serve as President for the Humane Society. A volunteer since 2005, Deb has been involved in many events benefitting NH Humane. Since 2010, she has fostered cats and kittens. A resident of Meredith, Deb is active in the community and, prior to retirement, was a NH public school administrator.

Ashley is part of the pretigious Sotheby's International Realty Brand. She calls Gilford home along with her perfect tripawd rescue dog, Stella. When she is not working, she spends her free time exploring Winnipesaukee and relaxing at her family property on Welch Island.

Larissa and her family helped create the city's first dog park with donations from the Lezama family. She says of her hard-working immigrant family that they rose to success through perseverance. The family opened Las Piñatas in the former railroad station in Laconia after moving to the Lakes Region from Mexico City. 

An successful real estate agent, Rachel is equally invested in her community as a volunteer, activist, philanthropist, and animal lover and several of her pups come from NH Humane! Rachel hosts fundraisers and events throughout the year for a variety of causes including for animal welfare and rescue groups. 

Jerry is an entrepreneur and real estate investor. He and his wife adopted their dog, Molly, from NH Humane in 2018. Jerry has extensive Board experience including meaningful work with the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. Jerry brings a wealth of knowledge and energy to NH Humane Society.

Suzanne's first volunteer work as a teen was on this campus. After a 34-year sales career, she returned to school for a new career with the Town of Meredith all while raising three children and  remaining very active in the community. Suzanne's family also includes two cats - a foster fail from NH Humane!

As the Chief Executive Officer of New Hampshire Humane Society, Charles serves as a non-voting member of the Board as the primary liaison between the staff and Board. With input from Board, staff, and other stakeholders, Charles establishes vision and direction to ensure the organization succeeds.

A marketing specialist for Eastern Propane & Oil, Nate is integral in the partnership between Eastern and the Humane Society. Nate helped plan the BE A HERO 5k and PURRS & POURS - the granite state’s first cat café. Nate has numerous pets including a rescue pup from New Hampshire Humane Society.

The Director of Public Health for the Capital Area Public Health Network at Granite United Way, Sam received her MSW from UNH. She lives with her husband and rescue cats and supports the Humane Society so animals and people have opportunity for love, growth, and empowerment. 

A native New Hampshire resident, Jon joined the Humane Society Board in 2021. Actively involved in the Lakes Region, Jon brings his very impressive business knowledge and a sincere love of animals to the Board of Directors at New Hampshire Humane Society.