Starting next month, Tina Leone will lead the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society as chief executive officer in a full-time and in-person capacity. She has been serving in the role since March, traveling to the campus every other week to fulfill her new duties.
Leone’s addition to the shelter follows previous GMHS Executive Director Charles Brown’s resignation late last summer. “The stars aligned,” said Leone about her new role. “Timing is everything.”
She left her position as CEO of the Ballston Business Improvement District in Arlington, last year after over a decade. Leone also previously served as CEO of District Dogs, a dog day care, boarding and grooming company.
In addition to her professional experience, Leone has worked as an animal rescuer and advocate for over 20 years. She has served on boards for the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria and American Brittany Rescue. She also founded Sporting Dog Rescue International in 2019.
“My heart is definitely in nonprofit,” said Leone.
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