Organization is Growing to Serve More Cats and Their Human Companions
ARLINGTON, WA – April 5, 2024: Purrfect Pals, the Pacific Northwest’s leading feline rescue and cat sanctuary, has announced new roles for three members of their leadership team, effective the beginning of April. Executive Director Kathleen Olson, CAWA, has moved into the role of Development Director to focus on capacity building and project funding for the organization’s exciting new initiatives. Deputy Director Carol Lamar, CAWA, PHR has moved into the role of Executive Director.
Lamar has been handling the day-to-day operations of Purrfect Pals’ programs for several years, and as Executive Director, will expand her focus to community relations and a more outward-facing role. Susan Bark, Foster & Intake Manager, has moved into the newly-created role of Operations Director, encompassing oversight of the clinic, foster, adoption, and sanctuary programs.
“We are very excited about these new roles for Kathleen, Carol, and Susan,” said James Petts, President of the Purrfect Pals Board. “They each bring such great skill sets and experience, and these new roles will help us achieve the strategic growth we’re focused on for the future.”
With expanded demand for low-income veterinary services, the senior cat sanctuary, adoption, foster programs, and the community pet food bank, Purrfect Pals is looking into new plans and resources to continue to meet the need.
“Since its founding by Kathy Centala, Purrfect Pals has always been willing to do whatever it takes to save at-risk cats,” said Carol Lamar, Executive Director. “We’re nimble, forward-thinking, and always centered on our mission. All of us are looking forward to our new roles and the ways we will help Purrfect Pals take care of the cats and kittens who need us most – those who other shelters and rescue groups might not have the resources to help.”
