Urban Animal IRED Competition brings a diverse group of Finalists to Summit 2015
Urban Animal is pleased to announce the Finalists of the 2015 Innovation, Research, Emerging Leader and Digital Journalist (IRED) Scholarship programs. Each Finalist receives a scholarship to attend the 2015 Summit for Urban Animal Strategies in Lake Louise, Alberta, October 14 to 17, valued at $2,700.The 2015 Finalists are presented in the order of standing after the Adjudication Round:
Innovators of 2015
Charmaine Hammond - Team Toby
Ardra Cole - Elder Dog
Tracy Robertson - The Bello Project
Krista Foreman - Safe for Pets Too
Researchers of 2015
Tyler Flockhart - Free Roaming Cat Populations
Tasha Welch - Companion Rabbits: Facts & Figures
Taryn Graham - Persons Partnered with Assistance Dogs
Janet Cutler - Socialization in Puppies
Emerging Leaders of 2015
Kelsey Birtch - Jerry Aschenbrenner Scholarship
Blake Paulin - Rolf C. Hagen Scholarship
Digital Journalists of 2015
Presented by the Urban Animal Foundation, IRED and Summit Award Scholarships provide current and future leaders of the Urban Animal industry with an opportunity to share their knowledge and expertise with the thought leaders of North American agencies and organizations who meet annually at the Summit for Urban Animal Strategies.
IRED Finalists present in the final round of competition on Thursday, October 15, at Summit 2015. In addition, all Finalists have an opportunity to involve themselves in Urban Animal sessions and are honored during the Urban Animal Foundation Dinner on Thursday evening. The winning Finalist in each category receives special recognition during the 2015 Summit Awards Celebration on Friday evening.
About Urban Animal IRED Scholarships:
Winners of each scholarship were selected by the Urban Animal Adjudicator Panels at four regional and one virtual event between April and June 2015. Fourteen finalists were selected from a field of 36 applicants.
Winners of each scholarship were selected by the Urban Animal Adjudicator Panels at four regional and one virtual event between April and June 2015. Fourteen finalists were selected from a field of 36 applicants.
“Urban Animal Scholarships help the industry discover the talented people who can enrich the lives of people and pets in our communities,” said Executive Producer, Larry Evans. “Sharing new information, programs and ideas propels the industry forward, eliminates barriers, develops relationships and provides healthier, happier experiences for people and pets.”
Since it’s inception, Urban Animal has bestowed 58 IRED scholarships valued at $156,600. The Urban Animal Foundation plans to award 16 IRED scholarships in 2016.
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