Our team

ARF’s leadership team and Board of Directors guide our mission with experience, vision, and an unwavering commitment to animal welfare.

Together, our board members and senior managers ensure that ARF’s programs, resources, and long-term strategy remain focused on rescuing, healing, and rehoming dogs and cats in need. Their dedication strengthens ARF’s impact across the community and beyond.

Please send all email correspondence with staff members name in the subject line to info@arfhamptons.org

Kimberly Nichols
Executive Director and CEO
Dr. Melody Ribeiro, DVM
Medical Director
Vanessa Petruccelli
Director of Operations
Debbie Downs
Shelter Director
Frank A. Hanna
Training Liaison
Bridget Stonemetz
Adoptions Director
Caryl Glaab
Director of Training Programs, William P. Rayner Training Center
Kristina Curatolo
Chief Development Officer
Jamie Berger
Marketing & Communications Director
Gary Mannes
ARF Thrift & Treasure Shop
Meaghan Forrestal
Development Officer
Tess Pintchik
Marketing & Communications Associate
Krissy Feleppa
Development Associate

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ARF’s work is only possible because of the dedication of our staff and Board leadership, the generosity of our volunteers, and supporters like you who believe every cat and dog deserves a champion. Together, we make a real difference for animals who have nowhere else to turn.

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