Lizz Whitacre

Lizz Whitacre is an experienced leader in animal welfare, currently serving as Founder and CEO of Pawlytics since September 2018 and Executive Director of Progressive Animal Welfare Rescue since September 2013. Previous roles include CEO of Family Pet Project from January 2016 to July 2019, Treasurer of Revolution Rescue between January 2016 and August 2018, and various internships in e-commerce and corporate environments. Lizz also founded and presided over the No Kill Advocacy Club at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln, promoting local no-kill rescue organizations. Early career experiences include co-owning Adopt-A-Pet Inc. and working as a pet care professional at PetSmart. Lizz holds a Bachelor's degree in Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.