Board of Directors
Our Board
Currently Filling Positions
As Herzog’s Heroes grows, we’re actively seeking passionate, mission-aligned individuals to join our Board of Directors. These will be two-year volunteer appointments, with positions for President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and an additional board member.
We currently operate with an acting board to ensure continuity and progress as we build. As official board roles are filled, our founding team members in interim positions will transition into future-focused, operational roles supporting the organization’s day-to-day work. These roles are unpaid at this time, but are intended to grow alongside the organization's funding and impact.
If you're driven to improve the future of dog welfare through education, accountability, and systemic change, we’d love to hear from you.
Kate Dalman
Acting President, Founder
With a deep commitment to raising the standard of breeding practices, Kate Dalman founded Herzog’s Heroes to bring lasting, systemic change to the world of canine welfare. Her leadership has shaped the organization’s vision, sparked statewide advocacy efforts, and established a foundation for breeder education and accountability. She currently serves as Acting President, with plans to transition into the Executive Director role as the board continues to grow and a permanent President is appointed.
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Mary Lanckhoff
Acting Secretary
Mary currently serves as Acting Secretary of Herzog’s Heroes, bringing impactful leadership shaped by her distinguished background in the pharmaceutical industry, project management, and corporate structuring. Once the Secretary position is filled, Mary will transition into her planned role as Chief Operating Officer, where her strategic insight and operational expertise will continue to drive the organization forward with focus and integrity.
Dan Beaulieu
Acting Treasurer
Dan currently serves as Acting Treasurer while leading the organization as Chief Technology Officer. With an extensive background as a senior software architect, he brings visionary leadership to Herzog’s Heroes, driving innovation and laying the technological foundation for our long-term impact. Once the Treasurer position is filled, Dan will focus solely on his role as CTO, continuing to propel the organization forward through strategic tech development.
Open Postions
President
We’re looking for a visionary leader who can help guide Herzog’s Heroes into its next phase of growth. The ideal President will bring strong leadership skills, nonprofit or strategic experience, and a deep commitment to systemic change in canine welfare. This person will work closely with the Executive Director and board to ensure oversight, accountability, and alignment with our long-term mission.
Vice President
We’re seeking a Vice President who is collaborative, strategic, and deeply committed to improving canine welfare through prevention and accountability. This individual will help guide organizational growth, support board governance, and work closely with the President and Executive Director to advance Herzog’s Heroes’ mission with integrity and vision.
Secretary
Our Secretary will play a key role in ensuring strong board operations. We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about our mission. This role involves maintaining accurate records, supporting board communications, and helping ensure transparency and documentation as we grow.
Treasurer
The Treasurer will help guide the financial health and integrity of Herzog’s Heroes. Ideal candidates have experience in financial oversight, bookkeeping, or nonprofit budgeting. You don’t have to be a CPA — just someone with sound judgment, a love for spreadsheets, and a strong sense of fiscal responsibility.
Additional Board Member
We’re seeking a collaborative, engaged individual to help guide key decisions, lend expertise, and represent the voice of our broader community. Whether your background is in animal welfare, nonprofit development, education, law, or lived experience — your perspective matters. This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a difference and grow with the organization.
Board Member Requirements
Serving on the Herzog’s Heroes Board of Directors is a rewarding opportunity to help lead meaningful, lasting change in the world of canine welfare. As a working board in a growth phase, we’re seeking hands-on leaders who are ready to engage, collaborate, and help shape the future of our organization.
Mission Alignment
Embrace our focus on preventing shelter overpopulation through breeder education, regulation, and public awareness.
Believe in our vision that responsible breeding and responsible ownership go hand-in-hand — and that change starts before a dog ever ends up in crisis.
Time Commitment
Board Meetings: Attend bi-monthly meetings (every other month) via Zoom or in person. Meetings are focused, strategic, and scheduled in advance.
Committee Leadership: Chair or actively participate in at least one committee (e.g., fundraising, outreach, education, advocacy, governance).
Special Projects or Events: Support or advise on key events, campaigns, or initiatives that align with your skills and availability.
Financial Contribution
We ask all board members to make a personally meaningful financial donation each year. There is no minimum, but we aim for 100% participation to demonstrate commitment and strengthen grant eligibility.
Ambassadorship
Actively represent Herzog’s Heroes in your network and community.
Help build relationships that support fundraising, outreach, partnerships, or program growth.
Share and amplify our campaigns and initiatives to help expand awareness.
Join our Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is united by a shared vision: a world where dogs are protected through prevention, not just rescue. Their leadership and expertise guide Herzog’s Heroes in its mission to promote responsible breeding, informed ownership, and long-term canine welfare. Together, they shape the direction of our organization and champion systemic change. As we continue to grow, we invite others to join us — and be part of a movement committed to protecting dogs before they’re at risk.