Executive Advisor
Lee Ann Shenefiel is the Executive Advisor for Austin Pets Alive! in Austin, Texas.
With nearly two decades of experience in local government, Lee Ann has worked with municipal and non-profit shelters, rescue groups, and stakeholders to overcome barriers to lifesaving with Best Friends Animal Society. From 2017 to 2019, she served as Interim Chief Animal Services Officer for the City of Austin, where the shelter achieved over 95% live outcomes for nearly 16,000 annual intakes.
Her team piloted neighborhood-level programs to boost community engagement. Previously, as Deputy Chief, she oversaw Animal Protection, Outreach, and volunteer programs. Before Texas, Lee Ann was assistant director at Fairfax County Animal Shelter in Virginia, achieving a save rate over 90%.
