Humane Society of Hobart Board of Directors:
Humane Society of Hobart Board of Directors:
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Jane’s journey with the Humane Society of Hobart began as a fundraising volunteer, helping bring in the support needed to care for animals in the community. In 2020, she stepped into the role of Board President, where she’s been guiding the shelter’s mission ever since. Before that, she was active with the Hobart Jaycees, always finding ways to give back.
With a professional background in special education and vocational rehabilitation, Jane has spent her career advocating for those who need a voice—a passion that naturally extends to animals. She believes every pet deserves compassion, safety, and a loving home.
Outside of board duties, you’ll find Jane at concerts, hiking trails, curled up with a good book, or enjoying life on the shores of Lake Michigan. She’s a devoted Cubs and Bears fan (no matter how much heartbreak they cause) and proud dog mom to Stevie the Wonderdog, her 11-year-old lab with Cerebellar Hypoplasia, who proves every day that special needs pets are just as full of love and joy.
Carl is a lifelong Northwest Indiana resident, having grown up in Lake Station before moving to Portage in 2011 where he resides with his wife, Briana, and two children, Bradley and Carli. Carl currently serves as the Director of Development for the MAAC Foundation, and has recently completed firefighter training and serves as a volunteer firefighter locally.
Carl has been involved in animal rescue for roughly 15 years. He and his wife and have fostered dozens of cats and dogs (yes, they failed a few times). The Humane Society of Hobart has always held a special place in their hearts. As a kid, Carl would beg his parents to take him to the shelter so he could walk and play with the animals. While in college he selected HSH as a client for a semester project, and now he's proud to serve on the Board of Directors while continuing to volunteer.
Mike is a retired accounting and finance professional. He and his wife Betina have had multiple rescue pets for 30+ years. Mike stepping into volunteerism all started when they adopted Chloe, their Pekingese mix, the fall of 2017 during a Subaru adoption event sponsored by South Suburban Humane Society. He had a great conversation with several of the volunteers and decided it was time to get involved locally and see what he could do to help with the animal rescue effort.
Mike became an official volunteer in April 2018 and has done most everything from dog walking, veterinary transport, to fundraising and adoption events. Along the way Mike & Betina have adopted six lovables from their mighty little shelter. Mike is now entering his third year as board treasurer, using his financial and accounting background to develop and improve our understanding of the economics behind the effort.
Nicki Angotti is the Director of Membership at Crossroads Chamber, where she is passionate about building meaningful relationships, connecting businesses, and strengthening the Northwest Indiana business community.
A lifelong Northwest Indiana resident, Nicki grew up in Hobart before moving to Winfield, where she now lives with her husband and four children. Her love for the community extends beyond her professional work and into her greatest personal passions, volunteering, and animals.
Nicki has loved animals since childhood, often bringing home animals in need and finding ways to care for them. Her family has also adopted pets from the Humane Society of Hobart, making her connection to the organization especially meaningful. She is honored to serve on the Board of Directors for the Humane Society of Hobart and looks forward supporting our mission and the animals and families we serve.
Michelle lives in Crown Point with her husband, two children, and her fur baby Molly Moo Lover Bear Pretty Princess Paws (or some variation). During the summer, her family spends weekends in Michigan where Molly Moo enjoys laying in the Captain's Chair on the pontoon boat or chasing squirrels. For fun, Michelle and her husband make up things Moo Moo Bear would say if she could speak.
Michelle is the Director of Business Development and a licensed Real Estate Broker with Latitude Commercial in Crown Point, IN. She is focused on building strategic partnerships with businesses in the community and growing the Latitude Commercial brand. Her passion is 'helping' and serving on the Board of Directors with the Humane Society of Hobart is one way she feels she can make a difference. Michelle looks forward to working with the incredible team at HSH and fostering some pups along the way.
Stacy Taylor is a nurse practitioner and the owner of NWI Integrative Health & Wellness, a Crown Point–based. Born and raised in Hobart, Stacy’s commitment to the Humane Society of Hobart is rooted in both her hometown pride and a deeply personal mission.
Ten years ago, Stacy lost her 25‑year‑old son, Nick — an avid animal lover who rescued countless dogs and cats during his work with the State of Indiana. In the years since, Stacy has honored his legacy by becoming an active supporter of the Humane Society of Hobart, raising funds annually in his name and championing the rescue work he cared so deeply about.
Stacy is married to Jody Taylor, a career Hobart firefighter, and together they are proud pet parents to two rescued dogs. As a member of the Board of Directors, Stacy is dedicated to strengthening community engagement, supporting sustainable growth, and helping ensure the Humane Society of Hobart can continue rescuing and caring for the more than 2,500 animals it serves each year.
Bob volunteering at the Petco Adoption Event
Volunteering at Hometown Country Jams this summer.
Jane volunteering to help at the front desk.
Working at the Fall Pie Sale Fundraiser, November 2021.
Running our annual Bingo Event with Hobart Moose Lodge.
Marcy assuring this pup a safe transport to the next step in their journey.
Mike putting his back into volunteering to help with outdoor maintenance.
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