Lindsay Ganassa

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Executive Director

Lindsay serves as the organization’s strategic leader and is responsible for raising funds and creating partnerships that further advance our mission. She is a Certified Fund Raising Executive and has served the nonprofit community for the past seven years, previously holding fundraising positions at the Dumb Friends League as well as Freedom Service Dogs of America. Lindsay graduated with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Denver where she also earned a certificate in Animal-Assisted Social Work.

As an avid animal welfare advocate and firm believer in the power of the human-animal bond, Lindsay is passionate about improving the well-being and safety of all animals. Lindsay shares her home with two adopted shelter dogs, and while she does not currently have cats, she has a sneaking suspicion that it is only a matter of time before one joins her pack... 

Sherri Leggett

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Operations Director

Sherri has managed general operations at The Feline Fix since 2010. She manages workflow and other administrative duties. Her role ensures the clinic conducts business effectively and efficiently. Sherri has been a manager in animal welfare for over 25 years. She lives with her partner of 40+ years and two adopted felines⁠—one with four legs and FIV and one with two and a half legs.

Elena Contreras, DVM

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Medical Director

Elena has been with The Feline Fix since November 2018. She has extensive experience in shelter medicine, animal welfare, and infectious disease research surrounding our feline friends. Dr. C shares her home with three adopted former-shelter dogs, five adopted former-shelter cats, and one human.

Nicole Hammers

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Program Manager

Nicole oversees the Foster Adoption Program, Volunteer Program, and TNR Program at The Feline Fix. Nicole’s background is in animal behavior, and she has experience working with both exotic and domestic animals. She has a particular soft spot for scared, hissy kittens. Her passion is helping them learn to trust people, transforming them into loving pets. Nicole shares her home with an opinionated orange tabby, an incredibly sweet patched tabby, and two adorable bunnies.

Holly Winters Deppe

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Certified Veterinary Technician

Holly is responsible for patient care, anesthesia, pre-and post-operative patient assessment, surgical preparation, drug inventory, and management and administration of vaccinations. 

Kate Shirley

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Clinic Assistant

Kate started as a Clinic Volunteer in June 2017 and officially joined The Feline Fix's staff in December 2018. She is responsible for pre-surgery patient preparation and assisting the veterinarian during wellness appointments. Kate is currently attending San Juan College online to earn her A.S. in veterinary technology. She also maintains an independent pet sitting business. She is the proud mom of one diabetic senior dog and five spoiled kitties. 

Layne Brodman

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Clinic Coordinator

Layne Brodman, Clinic Coordinator, joined The Feline Fix team in September 2019. She handles scheduling, check in/out, patient discharge, assisting in clinic, medical documentation, trap rental, and general questions/information. Layne has previous experience in the veterinary field as a veterinary assistant and coordinator. Layne enjoys spending her free time up-cycling furniture, cooking, playing video games, and relaxing with her cats Denver, Tyke, and Puck.