Karen Storey
Founder & President: Karen is the founder of 4 Pawz Strong and the creator of the nationally recognized Brighton Area Schools (BAS) Pack of Social Emotional Learning Dogs. With more than 25 years of experience in public education, including work as a special education teacher and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) facilitator, Karen has seen firsthand how therapy dogs can support students and school communities.
Her experience developing the BAS Pack, along with her involvement in nonprofit and fundraising initiatives, helped establish the foundation for 4 Pawz Strong and its work with schools and organizations beyond Brighton.
Stephanie Morley, DVM
Treasurer: As a veterinarian, Stephanie has dedicated her career to caring for animals and promoting the benefits of the human-animal bond. She brings her veterinary experience and commitment to animal welfare to 4 Pawz Strong, helping support its mission of bringing therapy dogs into schools and communities.
Crystal Eberly
Veterinarian: Crystal is a graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and holds a bachelor’s degree in Animal Nutrition from the same university. Her veterinary interests include internal medicine, nutrition, and senior pet care. She brings her background in animal health and well-being to the 4 Pawz Strong team.
Nada Obrenovich
Implementation Specialist: Nada is a retired Brighton Area Schools educator with firsthand experience in the BAS Pack of Social Emotional Learning Dogs. She worked with a dog in her classroom for many years and served as a program evaluator for the BAS Pack.
Her experience also includes participating in community outreach efforts that brought therapy dogs to school districts following tragedies. At 4 Pawz Strong, she continues contributing her educational experience to the development of therapy dog programs.
Gretchen Addor
Trainer: After a 20-year career in personal finance, Gretchen followed her passion for working with dogs. She raised three puppies for Leader Dogs for the Blind and later returned to college to earn her Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) qualification.
Gretchen became involved with 4 Pawz Strong in 2022, helping raise and train puppies in her home alongside her own Labrador Retrievers. Her experience with animal care and training helps prepare dogs for their future roles.
