Jackie Roach | From Career Pivot to Purpose-Driven Leadership

Jackie’s story highlights how unexpected moments can lead to meaningful impact — including founding a rescue that has saved over 2,500 dogs and eventually stepping into leadership roles across the industry.

A key takeaway from this episode is the importance of mindset and leadership approach. Jackie emphasizes moving away from scarcity thinking and toward growth, experimentation, and community impact.

Stacy LeBaron | How Trap-Neuter-Return Changes Communities

Stacy has spent more than 30 years working in community cat programs and Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), and one of her biggest lessons is that animal welfare is not just the responsibility of shelters. Communities, volunteers, and local organizations all play a role in reducing overpopulation and improving animal welfare.