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Rebecca McComas, DVM

PRESIDENT, OWNER

Expertise: BA in Zoology and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University

Special Roles: Goal setting and strategic planning, leadership team oversight, financial management, and fostering community relationships

Fun Fact: Rebecca has taken up violin lessons again after a 35-year hiatus and dreams of someday being good enough to play in her local community orchestra

REBECCA MCCOMAS, DVM

President, Owner

Jeff McComas

CFO, CO-OWNER

Expertise: BS in Chemical Engineering from Iowa State University, statistical Six-Sigma black belt (3M)

Special Roles: Software, technology, marketing, financial management, and strategic planning

Fun Fact: After much initial cajoling to get started, Jeff has become an enthusiastic pickleball player

Jeff McComas

CFO, CO-OWNER

Jeff McComas

CFO, CO-OWNER

Expertise: BA in Psychology and Family Social Sciences, and Master of Social Work from the University of Minnesota, Licensed Independent Social Worker

Special Roles: Assists in overseeing the daily operations of MN Pets and DVMcenter including HR, IT, service-delivery, and strategic planning

Fun Fact: Kristi has fostered over 30 Shih Tzus for a local rescue

Kristi Lehman, MSW, LISW

VICE PRESIDENT

Elizabeth Tacke, CVT

SUPPORT MANAGER

Expertise: Bachelors in Animal Science from the University of Wisconsin River Falls, Certified Veterinary Technician

Special Roles: Member liaison, manages our team of support specialists, and assists with DVMcenter program development

Fun Fact: Elizabeth volunteered as an elephant caretaker in Thailand

Elizabeth Tacke, CVT

SUPPORT MANAGER

Maggie Holl, CVT

AFTERCARE MANAGER

Expertise: Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology, Certified Veterinary Technician

Special Roles: Manages our team of Aftercare Specialists and assists with MN Pets development

Fun Fact: Maggie has a passion for farmed animals and hopes to one day have her own sanctuary

Maggie Holl, CVT

AFTERCARE MANAGER

Robin Wood, CVT

SUPPORT SUPERVISOR

Expertise: Bachelors in Biology from St. Cloud State University, Certified Veterinary Technician

Special Roles: Provides client care and scheduling, supervises a team of support specialists, and coordinates DVMcenter’s training programs

Fun Fact: Robin once did a Dental Prophylaxis on a Kangaroo

Robin Wood, CVT

SUPPORT SUPERVISOR

Jillian Thomas

AFTERCARE SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Expertise: Currently finishing her Bachelors in Social Work at the University of Wisconsin – River Falls

Special Roles: Provides client support for member practices and assists MN Pets with aftercare and cremation services

Fun Fact: Jillian’s bucket list includes a goal to visit the Giraffe Manor in Kenya so she can see her favorite animal up close in the sanctuary

Jillian Thomas

AFTERCARE SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Brenda Cortes Hernandez

AFTERCARE SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Expertise: Certified Pharmacy Technician, currently a Biology/Pre-Vet Student

Special Roles: Provides client support for member practices and assists MN Pets with aftercare and cremation services

Fun Fact: Brenda’s dream is to move to Mexico after veterinary school and offer affordable veterinary care to the community

Brenda Cortes Hernandez

AFTERCARE SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Ricki Kuenzli, CVT

ADVANCED SUPPORT SPECIALIST, LOGISTICS LEAD

Expertise: Associates Degree in Veterinary technology, Certified Veterinary Technician

Special Roles: In addition to the support specialist role, Ricki manages inventory and logistics for MN Pets and DVMcenter

Fun Fact: Ricki has always loved wolves and hopes to one day work with them in some capacity

Ricki Kuenzli, CVT

ADVANCED SUPPORT SPECIALIST, LOGISTICS LEAD

Anna Traynor

ADVANCED SUPPORT SPECIALIST, MARKETING LEAD

Expertise: Associates degree in Human Services

Special Roles: In addition to being a Support Specialist, Anna manages the MN Pets Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts and leads the MN Pets Marketing team

Fun Fact: Anna recently rescued her first kitten, Otis, who she found in the rain with a broken leg

Anna Traynor

ADVANCED SUPPORT SPECIALIST, MARKETING LEAD

Chelsea Lundberg

SUPPORT SPECIALIST, LIAISON

Expertise: Bachelor of Arts in Music, Masters in Education, and Masters in Flute Performance from Truman State University

Special Roles: Member liaison, Support Specialist, member of the Social Media team, writes for the MN Pets Blog, member of the Marketing Team

Fun Fact: Chelsea has an odd talent of randomly attracting stray kittens and cats. She has been found by, and has subsequently fostered, many kitties. Chelsea’s family calls her “The Cat Whisperer.”

Chelsea Lundberg

SUPPORT SPECIALIST, LIAISON

Emilie Moore

SUPPORT SPECIALIST, LIAISON

Expertise: Bachelors in Animal Ecology from Iowa State University, Pre-vet and Wildlife Care focus

Special Roles: Member liaison, provides client support for member practices and schedules appointments for clients

Fun Fact: Emilie had the opportunity to intern with her favorite animals at a tiger rescue in North Carolina

Emilie Moore

SUPPORT SPECIALIST, LIAISON

Alexa Rutherford

SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Expertise: Bachelor Degree in Biology from University of Minnesota

Special Roles: Provides client support for member practices and schedules appointments for clients

Fun Fact: Alexa has volunteered with birds in South Dakota and at the Animal Rehabilitation Center in Minnesota

Alexa Rutherford

SUPPORT SPECIALIST