Molly Elmore, Volunteer Program Manager

Meet Molly Elmore, our newest addition to the Warrior Canine Connection (WCC) team! Molly joined us in January as Volunteer Program Manager and brings a wealth of passion, organizational skills, and a deep love for dogs to her role, which involves working closely with all WCC’s amazing Puppy Parents, sitters, whelpers and volunteers. Her commitment to WCC’s mission is evident, and we’re thrilled to have her on board.

“I’ve seen the power of dogs in my own life, the bond, and raised my children with them,” said Molly. “There’s something about their companionship, their empathy towards us—it’s powerful, and then to get to work with these dogs that are so well-trained, it’s just remarkable.”

Molly spent the past 23 years, including 15 in Montgomery County, as an educator; she worked with all age groups from pre-school to adults, teaching French and English to Speakers of Other Language (ESOL) and creating unique enrichment courses.

Molly is married to husband, Lee, and they have three daughters, Rachel, 20; Becca, 17; and Kate, 14 and two dogs, Millie, 8, a Golden Retriever; and Seamus, 4, an Aussiedoodle. In addition to her work with animals, she loves meeting new people, traveling, learning languages, cooking, hiking, reading, learning, and is always up for a long walk.

Tessa Williams, Community Engagement Specialist

Tessa Williams, a familiar face at WCC for the past five years, has recently transitioned to the newly established Volunteer Department as WCC’s Community Engagement Specialist.

Tessa, who began as a volunteer with WCC, has helped in just about every capacity you can imagine—facilities and cleaning, overnight whelping duty, and canine care staff.

“At first, it was the dogs … isn’t it always the dogs that bring us in?” said Tessa. “I don’t have any military family or affiliation, but seeing all the training and the tremendous joy these dogs bring the Veterans and how they help them transform their lives, it’s nothing short of amazing.”

Tessa earned her bachelor’s degree in marketing from Salisbury University.

When not working, Tessa enjoys cooking and listening to music (two of her favorite artists include Tove Lo and Dua Lipa).

Join us in extending a warm WCC welcome to both Molly and Tessa!

 

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