Beth Zimmerman - Founder, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer
Pets for Patriots, Inc. is the inspiration of Beth Zimmerman. Growing up, her family adopted dogs from local animal shelters, and she experienced firsthand the transformative love of a companion pet. At the same time, her parents instilled a resolute patriotism for our country and an abiding respect for those who serve it. Beth developed a keen business sense through her more than twenty years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience, including over six years, and counting, as a small business owner. In founding Pets for Patriots, Beth vows to reduce the adult shelter pet population and to enhance the lives of our military members.
In addition to her roles at Pets for Patriots, Beth is principal of Cerebellas LLC, a business strategy advisory company located in New York. Although Beth is not permitted to have dogs in her residence and is allergic to cats, she remains fiercely dedicated to saving their lives.
Keith Weaver - Director
Keith Weaver is a '76 USNA graduate and currently serves as the Senior Vice President, Business Development, Communications, and Capture Management for Force Protection Industries, based in Charleston, South Carolina. From 2008-2009 he served as the Senior Vice President for Government Relations and as the Chief Operating Officer at Enterra Solutions LLC. Prior to this, he served as the Senior Vice President for Operations and the Chief Operating Officer of the United Service Organizations (USO).
Keith's military career included command of Patrol Squadron 23 in Brunswick, Maine and Patrol Wing 11 in Jacksonville, Florida. He also served as the Special Assistant for Weapons Systems Acquisition on the staff of the Secretary of Defense (Legislative Affairs) from 1998-2000.
From 2002-2008 Keith served on the Board of Directors, Military Officer’s Association of America and is a Life Member of the United States Naval Academy Alumni Association. Keith brings a valued perspective as a lifelong military professional, in addition to his experience as the owner of an Irish setter, Brady.
Antonette Smith - Director and Board Secretary
Antonette Smith is a seasoned, innovative corporate marketing, communications and public affairs professional who brings a range of talent and insight to Pets for Patriots. She is an active and sought-after member of various not-for-profit boards and experienced in the development of cause-based advocacy programs.
Antonette’s accomplishments include senior executive positions at First Data Corporation, Western Union, CH2M HILL and Sage Hospitality Resources, among others. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Hospice of St. John and the Cancer League of Colorado, in addition to her role as District Representative and Chair for the Colorado Commission on Family Medicine, Sixth Congressional District. Antonette and her family are animal lovers, having recently adopted a dog named Lucca.
Kathy Brown - Director
Kathy Brown is synonymous with years of award-winning integrated marketing, communications and public relations campaigns. She is owner and president of Hagan Communications and co-president of Karsh\Hagan, both full-service agencies in Denver, Colorado.
Kathy serves on the Board of Directors of The Women’s Foundation of Colorado and is a Member of the Advisory Committee for Communications and Marketing for The Denver Foundation. She served as well as Board Member and Chairman of the Board of the Denver Advertising Foundation. In addition to her considerable professional accomplishments and not-for-profit work, Kathy is proud owner of Rudy, a rambunctious golden lab.
Jeff Krantz - Board Member
Jeff Krantz is Chief Executive Officer of the Harry Krantz Company, a third-generation, family-owned enterprise in business for over 70 years. The company is highly respected in the independent distribution of hard-to-find electronic components to military, commercial and industrial sectors, with particular expertise in serving the needs of aerospace and defense customers.
Prior to serving as Harry Krantz’ CEO, Jeff was an operations and account manager and, subsequently, Chief Operating Officer. He is a hands-on executive who brings strong financial control and management experience to his responsibilities at Pets for Patriots.