New Executive Director To Lead Lake Humane Society In Mentor

MENTOR, OH — The Board of Directors of Lake Humane Society recently announced the appointment of Lori Caszatt as executive director. She officially stepped into the new role Wednesday.

Caszatt holds degrees from John Carroll University (Master of Arts in Nonprofit Administration), Ursuline College (Bachelor of Arts In Humanities) and Lakeland Community College (Associate of Arts) and brings experience from the Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library and United Way Services of Geauga County.

She initially joined Lake Humane Society as a board member and then vice president of the board of directors. She served in that capacity for nearly six years. In June of 2020 she joined the staff as the Director of Marketing and Community Partnerships.

Caszatt was originally appointed interim executive director after the sudden passing of Director Lee Nesler on July 17, 2021.

Pictured below: Lori Caszatt

"As interim director, she has demonstrated her executive and visionary skills in executing her duties and decision making while directing Lake Humane Society’s team and programming. I have absolute confidence in Lori and am proud to have her as our Executive Director,” said Rich Harmon, Board President.

“It is a tremendous honor to have been chosen to lead Lake Humane Society with its strong roots and long history in Lake County. In addition to carrying out our mission to protect animals and build connections between pets and people through advocacy and education, I look forward to saving as many lives as possible with the incredible staff of LHS and making stronger community connections throughout Lake County and all of Northeast Ohio. I appreciate the confidence the board of Directors has shown in me and am looking forward to a fantastic 2022," said Lori Caszatt, executive director.

Caszatt is a lifelong Lake County resident and lives in Mentor with her husband Sean, their two rescue dogs and three rescue cats, all Lake Humane Society alum.

She serves on the Board of Directors for Dare 2 Care International, is a Rotarian and member of several community-based and animal welfare organizations.