William White, Chair
Since joining the National board in the early 2000’s, Bill has served as Treasurer as well as chair of the development committee.
John Miller, Vice Chair
John Miller was first introduced to Canine Companions by Jean Schulz in 1998. John became more deeply involved when Jean asked him to serve on the Northeast regional board when he moved back to New York.
Robin Sanchez, Secretary
Robin Sanchez joined Canine Companions for Independence as a volunteer in 2006 after attending a graduation ceremony in Orlando. Robin has volunteered thousands of hours in many roles in the organization.Since 2007, Robin has prepared and served lunch on the first day of Team Training to new students.
Tanisha Hall, National Board Member
Warden Hall proudly became a member of the Canine Companion National Board in June of 2024. She is a passionate and enthusiastic lover of all animals. Her dedication emanates through the Canine Companion program.
Carolyn Hrach, National Board Member
Carolyn has been actively involved with Canine Companions for over thirty years. She’s a member of the Western Pennsylvania Volunteer Chapter and held a leadership role with the chapter for seven years. Carolyn has raised numerous puppies and is often out in the community increasing awareness for Canine Companions.
Cathy Fischer, National Board Member
Cathy Fischer has been involved with Canine Companions for over 20 years, when she and her husband Marty were invited to attend the Tales & Tails Gala at SeaWorld Ports of Call in Orlando, FL. That event was the beginning of Cathy’s journey with supporting Canine Companions and the mission.
Teresa Johnson Ramey, Board Member
Dr. Teresa Johnson Ramey met her first Canine Companion dog on the campus of Francis Marion University, where the beautiful canine Edna was being raised and trained by faculty member Kathy McCoy. That connection got her involved with volunteer Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion consulting and training with Canine Companions, and she later was asked to join the Inclusion and Diversity Committee.
Chris Kittredge, National Board Member
Inspired in 1989 by an article about Canine Companions in Life Magazine, Chris Kittredge immediately applied to be a puppy raiser. Shortly thereafter, her first puppy arrived and the journey to national board membership in 2007 began.
Chris Mathena, National Board Member
Chris brings a wealth of experience from his 22-year service in the Navy, where he retired as a Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman.
Collette Bunton, National Board Member
Collette came to Canine Companions as a tech advisor through our partnership with Whistle Labs, where she held the position of CEO.
