Alison Fotsch is the President & CEO of the Wisconsin Humane Society. Alison previously held the position of Executive Vice President. She also served as the VP of Animal Sheltering, Racine Campus Director, Client Services Manager, and Senior Adoption Counselor. She is a Certified Animal Welfare Administrator, a member of AAWA, an advisory committee member for Supporting People and Animal Relationships for Change (SPARC), and a board member of Shelter Animals Count. Alison has an MS from Alverno College, a BS from Marquette University, and a master’s degree in Veterinary Medical Sciences with a concentration in Shelter Medicine from the University of Florida.
Sessions in which Alison Fotsch participates
Saturday 15 April, 2023
Join this discussion to hear from three shelter leaders who have navigated mergers and organizational consolidations. We’ll share our approach, what went well, what didn’t, what we’d do differently, and what the impact has been. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1e2TBiL7h5gmXTrB2UEvfE5AnhVtujF5I/edit...
Sunday 16 April, 2023
Sessions in which Alison Fotsch attends
Saturday 15 April, 2023
Join this discussion to hear from three shelter leaders who have navigated mergers and organizational consolidations. We’ll share our approach, what went well, what didn’t, what we’d do differently, and what the impact has been. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1e2TBiL7h5gmXTrB2UEvfE5AnhVtujF5I/edit...
Network with conference attendees at Connecticut Humane Society and enjoy a shelter tour. Light hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be provided.
Sunday 16 April, 2023
The last ten years has seen a shift in animal welfare as organizations across the country began to focus on how to address the root causes of problems facing animals. It became clear that without addressing the human side of the equation, we will only ever be reactive rather than proactive. Program models began to shift away from shelter-based services and increasingly more towards preventative, community-based solutions. As part of the Animal Rescue League of Boston’s 2015 str...
Join NEFHS for a craft-themed networking event. Perfect for the introvert and extravert alike, mix and mingle with attendees. Drinks and snacks will be provided.