
Meet Our Team
The staff members of the Dubuque Regional Humane Society (DRHS) work on the guiding belief that companion animals deserve compassionate care, comfortable and safe harbor, and a permanent and loving home where they can thrive and be a beloved member of a family. Their dedication ensures the continuation of our efforts as a no-kill humane society committed to rescuing, supporting, educating and advocating for our companion animal friends. Get to know our team below.

Jayme Ironside
CEO/President

Kim Hess
Executive Director of Development & Engagement

Melissa Krepfle
Director of Operations

Cede Angel
Director of Marketing & Community Engagement

Jordan Hoftender
Director of Development

Mariah Wallace
Bookkeeper & HR Administrator
Community Care Representatives

Leah Kurt
Community Care Supervisor

Becca Lisanby
Foster Coordinator/CC Lead

Michaela Runde

Nicole Woods
Clinic Staff

Kaylee Timmerman
Clinic Services Supervisor

Madeline Basile
Vet Assistant

Grace Gabel
Vet Assistant

Maddie Kruse
Vet Assistant

Allie Butler
Vet Assistant
Animal Care Technicians (ACT)
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Bailey Berogan
ACT Lead

Valerie Hinderman
ACT Lead

Xavier Barron

Michele Belding

Avery Bryan

Megan Domenget

Stephanie Dowell

Kenadi Frederick

Jay Healy

Ryleigh Kirk

Erin Lehman

Jay Moore

Da'Shayah Myles

Sally Paulsen

Devon Sieverding

April Theisen

Megan Thommen

Payton Uptagraft

Emma Walsh