Jackie Roach

Jackie Roach is an accomplished leader with extensive experience in animal welfare and eCommerce. Currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Santa Fe Animal Shelter since September 2024, Jackie has also co-founded Taysia Blue Siberian Husky Rescue in June 2010, focusing on advocacy and volunteer empowerment in the animal rescue community. Previously, Jackie held significant roles at Best Friends Animal Society, including Director of Northwest Arkansas Strategic Partnerships and Executive Director, as well as a Category Director at Walmart eCommerce, providing strategic direction to the Indoor Furniture team. During a 12-year tenure at hayneedle.com, Jackie served as Senior Director, overseeing all aspects of the Indoor Furniture team’s P&L. Additional entrepreneurial experience as President and Owner of A Hill of Beans Coffee Roasters, along with a background in account management at Rubbermaid, complements Jackie's diverse skill set. Educational credentials include a B.S. in Business Communications from the University of Nebraska at Kearney and a Certificate in Animal Services Executive Leadership from Southern Utah University.