Meet Our Board of Directors
The Laws Saving Paws Board of Directors is a dedicated group of professionals committed to advocating for our mission, and working to enact change. It is our goal for this group to offer diverse expertise in animal care, law, business, and community engagement, and each member brings valuable insights and passion to our mission.

President
Meaghan Thiede
Meaghan is a determined dog mama of three, and was inspired to form Laws Saving Paws after seeing the effects of the animal overpopulation first-hand at her local shelter. She says that while there is no shortage of wonderful organizations that exist to help serve all of the animals, there was an opportunity to deep dive into confronting the root of these issues.

Treasurer
Robyn Collier
Robin "Robs" has been in Columbia, TN for a few years, and started walking pups at the shelter, transporting pups with Casa Transport, and then founded the Paw Pantry of Maury County. She retired years ago from the organ and transplant world, and fills up every minute of her day teaching yoga/mobility and the working the Paw Pantry. Her pack includes Moses and Elijah (her designer, knock-off Bernese Mountain Dog mutts) and Regina, Gretchen, and Georgette (the cast of Mean Girls).

Vice President
Position Open
We're seeking someone with legal experience to fill the Vice President role on our Board of Directors.

At Large Member
Candy Listz
Candy is a dedicated animal rescue enthusiast, tirelessly working to connect loving dogs with wonderful homes. Whether it's fostering, transporting, or advocating, she is always on the lookout for ways to make a difference. She adores her dog, Tank, and her cat, Nani. Her husband, Joey, is a constant source of support in her rescue efforts, ("even if I could do without his dad jokes," she says).

Secretary
Position Open
We're seeking someone with administrative experience to fill the Secretary role on our Board of Directors.

At Large Member
Denecia Turner
Denecia is a nurse, a mom, a dog lover, and so much more . She joined the LSP Board of Directors to make a difference for our 4-legged friends, recognizing that it's hard to do that with just one voice. Denecia hopes to make a difference not just for our animals, but for our community as well.