Jim has generously dedicated his time as a volunteer since 2021 and has proven to be an indispensable asset, serving as our versatile handyman and "jack of all trades." His responsibilities encompass overseeing the indoor renovation of our shelter and implementing various building upgrades. Most recently, Jim joined our Board of Directors and holds the role of Facility Maintenance, Information Technology, and Security.

When asked how he got involved, Jim said "I jokingly say that I’m not a volunteer, but a voluntold. My wife Karen is a shift lead, and she mentioned that Furry Friends was looking for someone to fix a few things. She asked if I’d meet with Sandi Long and help. How could I say no?"

Prior to his involvement with Furry Friends, Jim accumulated 27 years of professional experience at Otsuka America Pharmaceuticals, Inc., where he held an executive management position overseeing the Infrastructure & Operation Services group. This role involved the management of critical areas such as Data Centers, Networking, Communications, AV, Collaborations, End User Computing, and Help Desk.  Jim also served six years in the United States Navy as a submarine sailor and an additional six years in the US Navy Reserve.

With his wealth of expertise, Jim has now channeled his skills into enhancing Furry Friends' IT and security systems. Furthermore, he has initiated efforts to streamline several of our organizational functions, contributing significantly to the overall efficiency of our operations. Additionally, Jim has invested considerable time in planning and coordinating Furry Friends' annual fall auction, further exemplifying his dedication to our cause.”

When Jim isn’t volunteering, you’ll find him in his shop building something, driving his ’62 Ford F100 that he fully restored - loving named “the money pit”, or enjoying a glass of wine with his wife Karen.