Meet Us

St. Tammany Humane Society Board or Directors 2013:

Gary Thomas,CPA, President

Ellie Harper, Vice President

Larry Young, Treasurer

Jackie Landry, Secretary

Kia Knight

Cindy Parden

Jim Ryals

Gail Marcello

Catherine Wilbert, M.D.

Jodi Parks, M.D.

St. Tammany Humane Society Employees:

Administration
	Victoria Nichols Kreeger, Executive Director Upon graduation from the University of New Orleans with a B.S. in Accounting, Vicky began her accounting career at the Westin Canal Place Hotel in downtown New Orleans. Over her four years at the Westin, she cross-trained with many of the business departments and was a member of the International Association of Hotel Accountants. Once married and settled in St. Tammany with her husband Scott, she accepted the position as Business Manager for St. Scholastica Academy. After her children were born, she enjoyed five years as a stay-at-home mom. In 2007, she found the St. Tammany Humane Society and entered as the accountant and liaison between the shelter and the Board of Directors. She quickly became involved in shelter activities and fundraisers, as well as working closely with the Director. Upon the departure of the director, the Board asked her to fill in as the Interim Director. She accepted the challenge not only for the animals but also for the great employment team. The shelter had thrived over the past years and she didn’t want it to regress. At the end of 2011 the Board promoted her to the position of Executive Director. She is looking forward to learning all aspects of shelter animal welfare and continuing the mission and vision of the St. Tammany Humane Society. She is a member of SAWA (Shelter Animal Welfare Association) and AFP (Association of Fundraising Professionals). She is committed to moving the organization forward, promoting future growth and making this a better shelter for the animals, employees, volunteers and the community. At home, she enjoys sports, crafts and activities with her family, including her two dogs.
	Dr. Michelle M. Newfiel, Medical Director Dr. Newfield is a native of Gretna, LA and attended the University of New Orleans. She received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. Prior to taking on the role of Medical Director at the shelter, she worked in private practice in both Alexandria and Denham Springs. Dr. Newfield’s desire to make a greater impact on the lives of animals and the community she serves is what led her to shelter medicine. She is a member of the following professional organizations: Louisiana Veterinary Medical Associate, American Animal Hospital Association, Florida Parishes Veterinary Medical Association, and the Association of Shelter Veterinarian. She has attained National Veterinary Accreditation through the US Department of Agriculture. Upon coming on board at the shelter, Dr. Newfield attended Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Conference in Orlando where she gained valuable knowledge regarding the humane care of animals in the shelter environment and the important role that a shelter veterinarian plays in public safety of the community that the shelter serves. Dr. Newfield’s focus on disease prevention and control within the shelter and modification of our quarantine and vaccination protocols, has resulted in improved health of the pets that are up for adoption.
	Jennifer Dering Glorioso, Development Director After working for McIlhenny Company for the last eleven years as the Creative Services Supervisor, Jennifer has filled a new position in our organization. She received her M.B.A from University of Phoenix, a BA in Mass Communications from Louisiana State University and is an alumna of Cabrini High School in New Orleans. She is also very proud of her Duckorate from Disney University & the Walt Disney World College Program. Before McIlhenny Company, she was employed with the New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau (NOMCVB) in their Membership and Publications Department and with Cabrini High School’s Development and Alumni Affaires. Jenn, resides in Mandeville with her husband Joe (Mandeville Firemen), 9 year-old stepson, 2-year-old daughter and animal family members Rescue (Big Kitty), Cocoa, Lucy (Pups), road rescued turtles & a bunch of fish! As the Development Director for St Tammany Humane Society, she is focused on fundraising, donor relations, marketing and strategic planning to further the organization and help insure future growth.
	Ginger Herron, Shelter Manager
	Daniel Goodwin, Kennels Lead and Adoptions Counselor He oversees the kennels department and is an adoption counselor as well. He has 2 Chihuahuas - Candy and Kane and a Mancoon cat named Thor!
	Janie Valle, Adoptions Counselor/ Foster Coordinator A resident of Slidell and graduate of Slidell High, she lives with her husband of 18 years, two daughter and her animals – 4 dogs Rolo, Tyson, Finn & Choco both STHS Alumni along with cat Ruby an award winning American Short Hair. Janie has been working towards her medical assistant degree at Southeastern. Janie coordinates our large foster program, she trains potential foster parents and follows our foster animals through their medical course before they are old enough to be adopted.

STHS Vets

Dr. Lisa Johnston

Dr. Johnston graduated from LSU Veterinary School in 1995, and henceforth, has dedicated the bulk of her professional life to the welfare of animals. Her great compassion coupled with her medical expertise in treating both her long time and new patients alike can be witnessed day in and day out here at the Humane Society.

Dr. Estelle E. Felarise

Dr. Estelle Graduated in 2004 from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in the Caribbean! She is originally from down in the Bayou, Golden Meadow and has been with us for 3 years. She currently lives in Covington with her husband, 2 kids and a Cocker Spaniel adopted from STHS. She loves taking care of amazing 4 legged friends.

Dr. Laura Ferrara

Dr. Ferrara is from Baton Rouge and a graduate of LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. She specializes in small animals and has 2 dogs and 2 cats of her own, all are rescues!

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