Bob Citrullo, Executive Director
Email: bob@atlantapetrescue.org  Phone:  (404)815-6680,  ext. 211
Before APRA- I held several leadership positions with animal welfare organizations around the country.
What I enjoy most about my job- Providing leadership to the passionate people who work so hard every day to make a difference in the lives of animals entrusted to our care.  Seeing the smiles on the new pet parents, staff, and volunteers as one of our pets goes to their new forever home, makes it all worth it!
When I am not at APRA I enjoy spending time with family and friends, exploring Georgia’s vast wine country, and spending time with my dogs.
My pets- We share our home with Gunner, Ivy, Daisy, and Bella, all very special dogs.

Grace Murphy, Director of Development

Email: grace@atlantapetrescue.org    Phone:  (404)815-6680,  ext. 212
Before APRA- I was Development Manager for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation; Georgia Chapter.
What I enjoy most about my job- Being able to see the difference we are making each day, and working with the amazing donors, volunteers and staff that make it all happen!
When I am not at APRA- I enjoy cooking and hosting dinner parties, watching football (Roll Tide!), trail running, and taking my dogs to the river.
My pets- My dogs, Dixie, Stella, and Barrett – an APRA alum.

Amanda Blair, Business Manager
Email: amanda@atlantapetrescue.org    Phone:  (404)815-6680,  ext. 210
Before APRA- I was the Operations Manager for Guitar Center.
What I enjoy most about my job- Waking up every morning to do something that makes a difference in the lives of people and animals alike. The staff is more like family to me than co-workers.
When I am not at APRA- My husband and I are both musicians, so when we are not playing music or recording, we are at shows supporting our friends and the local music scene.
My pets- My little princess, Cleo, a brown Domestic Short Hair Tabby with leopard spots (she’s a daddy’s girl); my little buddy, Mutt, a black Domestic Short Hair with a pouty face (he’s a mommy’s boy); and our newest edition, Tele, a Husky Collie mix (she’s a rockstar and named after her Dad’s favorite guitar).

Laura Linneman, Shelter Operations Manager
Email: laura@atlantapetrescue.org     Phone:  (404)815-6680,  ext. 209
Before APRA- I was a vet assistant at Peachtree Hills Animal Hospital.
What I enjoy most about my job- The staff and volunteers. They are some of the most amazing, selfless people I have had the honor of working with. Everyone is there for the same reason and it makes the daily struggle of working with homeless pets easier to have a good support system. Getting to help families find their next family member is also incredibly rewarding.
When I am not at APRA- I’m watching college football and pulling for Auburn University. My husband and I enjoy sporting events and live music, especially The Slackers. We especially love just hanging out at home with our four legged kids.
My pets- Are the loves of our lives. We have an amazing group of rescue cats and dogs that are each so special to us.

Jen Gagne, Volunteer Coordinator
Email: volunteers@atlantapetrescue.org  Phone: (404)815-6680,  ext. 205
Before APRA- I was Executive Director of the Hilton Head Humane Association and Founder/Co-Owner of Tail-Waggers Pet Bakery & Gifts on Hilton Head Island .
What I enjoy about my job- Showering these sweet homeless animals with love and showing them that they are going to be okay. Being the Volunteer Coordinator comes easy for me because I have so much gratitude and appreciation for such amazing, selfless, caring people.
When I am not at APRA- My favorite things are spending time with my husband and daughter. Also, I enjoy taking my dog to the river.
My pets – 2 dogs include Emma which is a border collie spaniel mix and Matty is a Aussie-shephard mix.  Also a tortie cat named Doos.

Dana Widmer, Cat Program Manager
Email: dana@atlantapetrescue.org    Phone:  (404)815-6680,  ext. 219
Before APRA- I have been involved in animal welfare for many years working in veterinary clinics and shelters. Most recently I managed a Spay/Neuter clinic.
What I enjoy most about my job- Watching animals’ personalities blossom and finding the right homes for them to have a second chance!
When I am not at APRA- I like going to the movies, enjoy nature and spending time with my cats, and I’m a bit of a computer geek.
What I love most about animals- The way they are always forgiving and make you laugh. Shy animals are my favorite because once they trust you, there is nothing like that bond.
My pets-  Uma, Zoe, Ozzy and Hogan – 4 very wonderful cats. And if you know me at all, you have certainly heard about Hogan!

Phil Sehenuk, Dog Trainer and Enrichment Programs
Before APRA- Volunteer service dog handler at Canine Assistants.
What I love most about my job- Watching APRA rescues respond to positive reinforcement training, promoting our enrichment programs and sharing my days at the shelter with volunteers, staff, and animals.
When I am not at APRA- I enjoy being with family and friends. Much of my spare time is spent learning all I can about dog-training and animal behavior.
My pets- A 50 lb. shepherd mix named Foxxy. She is a rescued dog who spent the first year of life chained behind a warehouse. Foxxy has required a great deal of training and care to overcome some of the effects of her past but is now at the center of home life with me and my wife.

Shannon Goldsmith, RVT: Veterinary Technician
Before APRA- For the last 17 years, I was a veterinary technician at various small animal and emergency clinics which included 7 years at Zoo Atlanta.
What I enjoy most about my job- Working with different animals that come from various circumstances and then being placed into loving homes.
When I am not at APRA- I’m involved in reptile rescue work. I had an active reptile rescue for 15 years but recently had to scale back my efforts due to lack of funding.
My pets- Wednesday, my wonderful black Halloween cat; Buddy, a Corgi-Samoyed mix who is extremely intelligent; and the occasional reptile and arachnid (tarantulas).

Liz Winslow, Assistant Shelter Operations Manager
Before APRA- I was working with a rescue in Auburn, AL.
What I enjoy most about my job- Helping these animals find their forever homes and live the happy, healthy lives they deserve. I also love seeing the support and enthusiasm of those around me, knowing there are others that care for animals the way I do.
When I am not at APRA – I’m spending time with my own furball!
My pets- I currently have a Poodle mix, Marlee, and hope to add more to our pack soon.