The key to any successful organization or venture is a strong leadership backbone. And that is no exception here at the Fredericksburg SPCA. We wouldn’t be able to change so many lives, human and animal alike, without the dedication of the following individuals.
As Executive Director, Laurie uses her skills as a gifted collaborator to effectively bring together stakeholders and nurture and guide young leaders through advanced-level mentorship. She has an extensive background in leadership, project management, and organizational growth during her 35+ years working in dynamic environments throughout Virginia and DC. An important theme in Laurie’s life from a young age has been the human-animal bond and her role as Executive Director utilizes her talents to turn her passion into purpose.
Ashley Lindbeck is the Director of Animal Care at the Fred SPCA. A strong leader who fosters resiliency and compassion, Ashley has an extensive background in nonprofit animal organizations and community advocacy. Her team ensures every animal who comes into our building receives the love and care they need to remain happy and healthy, whether they’re getting ready for adoption or just need some community assistance through the People Empowered Through Support program. When not at work she can usually be found in the woods with her husband and daughter or curled up with a book.
With more than a decade of experience in nonprofit fundraising, Melanie's role as Director of Development combines her love for animals and community building. An art history graduate of the University of Mary Washington and long-time resident of the Fredericksburg area, Melanie supports her community through volunteering and serves on the Fredericksburg Arts Commission. 
Von Young serves as Director of Communications & Marketing at the Fredericksburg SPCA. As a passionate and accomplished professional, she brings over 18 years of experience in photography and marketing and over a decade in animal welfare. Her commitment extends beyond the conventional, as she holds her certification as a death doula, bringing a unique perspective to her role with her special interest in pet loss and grief work. Her diverse skills and empathetic approach have made her an invaluable asset in connecting the community with the heartwarming stories and the vital work happening at the Fred SPCA for the past seven years.
Holly Haller is the Clinic Director of the Fred SPCA Locke Community Medical Center. Bio coming soon!
Veterinarian In Charge
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
Sr. Shelter Operations
Manager
Compassionate Care
Manager
Compassionate Care
Manager
Animal Advocate
Coordinator
Volunteer
Coordinator
Foster
Coordinator
Communications
Coordinator
PETS Program
Coordinator
Education & Community Relations Coordinator
Adoptions
Coordinator
Administrative
Coordinator
Lead Veterinary
Technician
We are forever indebted to the guidance and assistance
of the generous members of our Board of Directors.
Brad Canova is a Principal Software Engineer at The MITRE Corporation. He has lived in the Fredericksburg area for over 20 years. He grew up in central Pennsylvania on a farm and has had pets his entire life. He has been
a member of the SPCA board since June of 2016, and president since 2024.
George Barnick is the president and founder of Fredericksburg Technology. George has been a Fredericksburg native for his entire life and currently resides in the heart of downtown. During his time growing up, community service and charity was always strongly emphasized and has been an inspiration to help area organizations thrive and prosper as the Fredericksburg region continues to grow. George is a proud rescue dog dad of two Alaskan Malamute mixes from the Fredericksburg SPCA.
Sarah Walsh has served in various roles at the Rappahannock United Way since 2004. Born and raised in England, she worked with UK based charitable organizations St Oswald’s Hospice, and OXFAM International. Sarah’s leadership journey has led her to serve on several boards and committees at the local, state and national level, including as a Commissioner to the Governor’s Advisory Board on National and Community Service, Fredericksburg SPCA, Volunteer Centers of Virginia, Virginia Credit Union Advisory Council, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative Community Grants Committee, and the Spotsylvania Education Foundation Board of Directors.
Senior Consultant for Deloitte, specializing in strategic support for federal clients. An alumni from Mary Washington, with almost 20 years active in the downtown community. Proud father of two rescue cats.
Molly Flurry grew up in the Midwest, rescuing too many stray dogs and cats to accurately recount. Now located in Fredericksburg with 7-year-old stepchild, Sam, and his dad, Andy Cornick. She transitioned from a career in print media into law in 2011 and is now practicing in Fredericksburg and surrounding areas with a focus on small businesses, real estate, banking, and estate planning matters with a high number of animal-focused clients. Molly is presently serving on the Friends of the Rappahannock Board of Directors (at Large Member) and Central Virginia Housing Coalition Board of Directors (Vice President). She is the proud owner of Gideon, the 17-year-old shelter cat, Lincoln the pandemic puppy, and Roland, the destroyer of trash cans.
Robert Hyland’s family moved to the Fredericksburg area in the mid – seventies and has basically resided in the Fredericksburg area since. Currently, he lives below the college and has no plans of relocating, despite recently retiring from the Inspector General’s Office for the Department of Health & Human Services, where he was employed for the past 32 years. He currently works for the VA Department of Health Professions on a part – time basis.
Growing up he enjoyed the company of multiple dogs; St. Bernard’s and mixed breeds were always a part of the household. He’s a big advocate of the adoption process and has been adopting Greyhounds for the past 15 years. He currently has 3 retired racers living in downtown Fredericksburg.
Dr. Gregory Cox has lived in the Fredericksburg area for 28 years. He and his wife Sherri have a dental practice together since moving here from Oklahoma in 1989. They have raised five children here and over the course of this time have had 10 dogs and one cat, three of which were adopted from the SPCA. Dr. Cox when not working spends most of his time with his family doing many different things like fishing , bike riding, golfing and traveling. Dr. Cox has had previous board experience with the American Red Cross 1996 through 1999 and the Fredericksburg Rotary club 1999 to 2001.
Bio coming soon!
Bio coming soon!
Interested in joining our team?
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available opportunities!
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