Tanya Ault is a valued leader who works in the banking industry. She makes Dog and Cat stronger with her analytical and business skills. She likes to spend any spare time she has with her husband, David, her daughter, and her dogs, Mookie and Winnie.
Eileen Bickerstaff is all about creating family traditions and making memories. She brings her expertise as a designer and event coordinator to Dog and Cat. Her furry child, Lilly Grace, makes frequent appearances in her social media design posts & videos. Eileen grew up in Orange County, FL, and raised her children here.
Christina Chaix is a Registered Nurse who has a passion for helping people in the community get through difficult times when facing medical needs. She extended that passion to helping the dogs of OCAS as a shelter volunteer and as a Foster for a Rescue Partner since 2019. She brings an understanding of the challenges faced with the homeless pet population, and the shelter/rescue system. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and 2 rescue dogs, Wilbur and Biscuit.
Owen Santos attends graduate school at University of Florida studying Business Analytics. He brings his positive attitude and attention to detail to Dog and Cat’s mission. In his spare time he is either on the golf course, studying or spending time with friends including his dogs and cats. Owen was born and raised in Orange County, FL, and attended Winter Park High School.
Brad Siebert works in the mortgage and real estate industry and is well known for providing excellent client services for buyers and sellers. He brings experienced advice to Dog and Cat. In his spare time, he likes to spend time with his wife, Kim, and dog, Maddie.
Regis Martin Simasek is a CPA and the owner of a public accounting firm in Orlando, FL, which was started by his father over 20 years ago. He brings his accounting and not-for-profit expertise to the mission of Dog and Cat. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his sons and his dog, a young pit bull mix adopted from OCAS. Marty graduated from Stetson University with a business degree and from UCF with a degree in accounting.
Karen Simasek-Santos is a community advocate for the environment, pedestrian safety and animal welfare. She brings her experiences working for not-for-profits to the board. She enjoys meeting people, gardening, and spending time with her family including her dogs and cats.
John Starks is a paralegal in the hospitality industry regarded highly for his legal expertise. He brings years of experience in fundraising, event planning and catering to Dog and Cat's mission. In his spare time, he likes to spend time with his husband, David, dogs, Maxie-Man and Roxy-Girl, and cat, Beaux-Friend.
K. Michael Swann has been practicing law for over 30 years and is a partner and shareholder at a local Orlando law firm. He brings his reputable standing in the legal profession, as well as his experiences with complex financial transactions, to Dog and Cat. He enjoys traveling with his wife, Debra, and spending time with his 4 dogs, one of whom is being trained as a service dog.
We are a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) engaged in ongoing fundraising to provide financial and administrative support to our Orange County Animal Services and its Rescue Partners. We hope that our work with OCAS and its Rescue Partners will promote empathy for homeless dogs and cats throughout Orange County, making our community an even better place to live. Donations may be tax deductible. For more information please email us at treasurer@dogandcatfoundation.org or visit Sunbiz.
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