Taliaa Pendergrass brings a strong background in operations leadership, conservation, and animal welfare to her role as Director of Operations for K9s on the Front Line. With over a decade of experience in program coordination, compliance, and training development, she is committed to structure, service, and mission-driven impact. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Conservation and Management from Missouri State University, and continues to strengthen her skills through professional development in topics including, Six Sigma, emotional intelligence and team leadership. As an advocate for Veterans, first responders, and rescue dogs, she is deeply committed to strengthening meaningful, lasting partnerships between people and animals to provide purpose, healing, and empowering the leash, from both sides.