Staff
Executive Director
Maryann Regan joined SAS in 2016. Previously Director of Shelter Operations for the Animal Rescue League of Boston, she has a Masters Degree in Community Leadership from Duquesne University and also studied Non-Profit Management & Leadership at Boston University. Prior to joining SAS, Maryann served on the Board of the New England Federation of Humane Societies for 6 years. MaryannRegan@ScituateAnimalShelter.org
Director of Finance
Peter Zona is a Certified Public Accountant who has worked as the SAS bookkeeper since 2013 prior to his promotion to his current role in 2014. Previously a Canine Care Volunteer, his responsibilities include federal and state filings and the maintenance of all financial records.
Accounting@ScituateAnimalShelter.org
Director of Programs and Operations
Kelly Gibson joined SAS in May, 2019 after serving on the SAS Fundraising Committee and aiding with special projects such as the Strategic Planning Process in 2018. Previously she worked in both the nonprofit and private sectors in program management and development, and she received her Master’s Degree in Public Administration and Policy from American University. In her pivotal role at SAS, she is committed to engaging the community to improve animal welfare. She can be reached at: KellyGibson@scituateanimalshelter.org
Intake & Adoption Manager
Amanda Eddy Baker joined SAS in the summer of 2017 after serving as a volunteer. A lifelong animal lover and graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Boston, Amanda lives in Scituate with her husband, daughter, and four rescue pets (three of which were adopted from SAS). Amanda can be reached at amandabaker@scituateanimalshelter.org
Shelter Veterinary Technician
Bonnie Morrissey is a certified veterinary technician with over 18 years of experience in surgery, shelter medicine and general practice. She has certification in 'Fear Free Shelters,' a program dedicated to reducing anxiety and stress in shelter pets. Bonnie, her husband and their 4 kids are long-time Scituate residents. Bonnie joined the SAS team in January, 2022. bonniemorrissey@scituateanimalshelter.org
Dog Training and Behavior Coordinator
Janice Gifford is passionate about helping dogs via positive training methods only. Hired by SAS in 2019, her credentials include status as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT), a Fear-Free Certified Veterinary Professional, and a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. Ms. Gifford worked previously as a veterinary technician, and most recently worked as a dog trainer both in class settings and with private clients.
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Russ Grant joined the SAS staff in 2022. A former homicide detective turned tv writer, he grew up in a family of tradespersons. As a source of free labor for his family's construction and renovation projects, he acquired the skills he is excited to share with SAS. Russ lives in Humarock with his wife, Susan, and their four dogs. He also serves as a Canine Volunteer.
Shelter Operations Assistant
Shelter Operations Assistant
Shelter Operations Assistant
Lindsay Kimball served as a canine care volunteer at the Scituate Animal Shelter prior to taking a break to start her family. She joined the SAS staff in 2018. A lifelong animal lover, Lindsay's passion is working with and trying to help harder-to-place animals. She resides locally with her husband, her three children and her rescue dog, Polo
Shelter Operations Assistant
Shelter Operations Assistant
Shelter Operations Assistant
Jo Randolph joined the team in 2022 but has been a volunteer in animal shelters for over 20 years, including serving as a canine care volunteer with SAS since 2010. Jo lives in Norwell with her husband, three children, and two grumpy senior English mastiffs.
Shelter Operations Assistant
Shelter Operations Assistant
Shelter Operations Assistant
Dalen Walker joined SAS in 2020. She earned her degree in animal science from Mt. Ida College & has been a certified Vet Tech since 2007, as well as having undergone Medical Administrator Assistant Training at the Everest Institute. When not caring for our shelter pets, Dalen has a pet sitting business and works at Harvard Vanguard. She is mom to 2 SAS alum: cats Milo & Autumn.
Shelter Operations Assistant
Donations & Database Administrator
Donations & Database Administrator
Megan Walsh joined the Scituate Animal Shelter in 2022 after previously serving as an SAS animal care volunteer since the Summer of 2021. She also works with pets at the VCA South Shore Weymouth Animal Hospital, where she is employed as a Kennel Attendant. When not caring for animals, Megan is currently working towards her Bachelor's Degree at Arizona State University.
Donations & Database Administrator
Donations & Database Administrator
Donations & Database Administrator
Jeanne Christo joined as a cat care & front desk volunteer in 2011 and became the donor database administrator in 2013. Jeanne has worked in the consulting industry for 30+ years as a data visualization team member. Cats have owned her all her life, but she loves all animals and considers SAS her “happy place.” She can be reached at admin@scituateanimalshelter.org
Donor Relations Assistant
Donations & Database Administrator
Donor Relations Assistant
Kim Donovan After many years as a Canine Care Volunteer, Kim joined the SAS staff in 2014 as Donors Relations Assistant. She's worked at Milton’s Trailside Museum, Mass Audubon Society & for the Town of Scituate & now finds writing thank you letters to generous SAS benefactors a rewarding part-time job. She & her husband live in Marshfield Hills with rescue dogs “Goldie” & “Sergeant."