Todd currently serves as the Operations Director at HealthNet of Rock County, Inc., a nonprofit Free and Charitable Clinic in southern Wisconsin. He brings nearly a decade of experience in nonprofit operations and administration, following a 15-year career in restaurant and retail management. Todd is excited to contribute his administrative expertise to Familiars as we work toward a stronger and sustainable future and achieve our organizational goals.

A lifelong advocate and lover of all animals—especially cats—Todd has helped foster two litters for Familiars and remains a dedicated supporter of our mission. In his free time, he enjoys going on adventures with his husband, crafting, crocheting, playing board games, and computer gaming.

Kim is an active animal rescue advocate. She strongly believes that every animal deserves a loving home, and works tirelessly to find homes for those in need. Her love for animals has led her to volunteer for various animal rescue organizations, where she has gained invaluable knowledge and experience in animal behavior and care.

On top of being an avid animal rescuer, Kim is a passionate real estate agent who has a heart for both people and pets. With 5 years of experience in the industry, Kim understands that finding a home is not just about the physical structure, but also about the community, lifestyle, and most importantly, the furry members of the family. In her free time, Kim enjoys traveling and antiquing. Her dedication to both her clients and the animal community sets her apart as a compassionate and dependable real estate agent who truly cares about the well-being of both people and pets.

Tracy Racine is an independent business owner, operating as a Wisconsin Licensed Massage Therapist with more than 25 years of hands-on experience. Along with managing her massage practice, she accrued nearly a decade of experience teaching massage, and studied and worked as a Biotechnology Laboratory Technician and Quality Assurance Technician.

She is a lover of animals and began adopting and caring for cats in 1997. Tracy is compassionate and empathic making animal welfare a natural part of her life. She enjoys gardening, traveling with her husband and loves doing yoga and exercising with their cats.

Kelly became involved in animal rescue when she began fostering kittens for the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin in 2020. Since then, helping kittens in need, building relationships with other fosters, and connecting with adopters have become some of her greatest passions. Kelly is honored to represent the fosters of Familiars Foster Network and Rescue as a member of the board. She strives to serve as an advocate for the fosters, to promote open communication between the board and the fosters, and to encourage fosters to ask questions and voice concerns.

Kelly is also a passionate scientist and currently works in the Biochemistry Department at UW-Madison studying the genetic basis of metabolic disease. Along with her job and animal rescue, another great desire of hers is to empower individuals, particularly women, to solo travel. She enjoys solo road tripping, car camping, hiking, kayaking, and exploring the National Parks. Kelly emphasizes that traveling solo can be scary at first but is also one of the most liberating and life-changing adventures. She encourages people to not wait for anyone else and get out there!