our team
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Jhoan Gabriel
Founder, RN, Culinary MD Specialist, & Natural Pet NutritionistJhoan founded Celebrate with FurPaws with a simple but powerful vision: to create a safe, loving pathway from rescue to forever home. With years of experience in animal advocacy and food as medicine for humans and pets alike, she oversees operations (especially the custom food order preparation), partnerships, and long-term strategy while remaining hands-on with the animals whenever possible.
Mirasol De Jesus
Customer Advisor & Event CoordinatorMirasol is the heart of the event process, guiding families from their first inquiry to adoption and celebration day. She addresses all the client's needs and carefully matches pets with possible adopters. She also supports foster families throughout their journey through Celebrate with FurPaws. Her ultimate goal is to create nourishing, lasting, joyful connections between animals and their forever homes.
Louise Almendras
Partnerships and Community LeadLouise builds strong relationships within the community through events, education, and volunteer engagement. She ensures volunteers feel supported and valued while spreading awareness about adoption, responsible pet ownership, and the mission of Celebrate with FurPaws.
Josh Navarro
Volunteer and Care Team LeadOur team proudly includes Josh Navarro as the Volunteer and Care Team Lead. With his dedication and expertise, Josh organizes and oversees our efforts in creating profound experiences that benefit both our clients and the animals in our partner shelters. His leadership inspires our collective commitment to care and compassion.