Meet the Global Strays Staff

Kristy Himmler has previously worked for various educational and womens health non-profit organizations in New York City and Guatemala. Her love for Latin America and animals drew her to Global Strays. She believes in Global Strays’ mission and thinks it is yielding positive changes everywhere it is present. Kristy loves traveling, trying new food, and any activity that is in the ocean.

For questions about our programs or partnerships, email kristy@globalstrays.org

Tariana’s greatest passion in life is the nonprofit sector. She’s dedicated her career to working for organizations that create transformational change. With a lifelong commitment to animal welfare, Tariana is excited and honored to be part of the Global Strays team. When not working for nonprofits, she spends her free time volunteering for them. Most notably, she’s volunteered abroad to build schools in countries affected by natural disasters. Tariana also loves reading books, training in Muay Thai, and is completely obsessed with her dog, Ava.

For questions about donating or newsletters, email tariana@globalstays.org

Isabelle Baldwin is an artist, creative strategist, and animal advocate based in Tucson, Arizona. She received her BFA in Photography with a minor in Sustainability from Pratt Institute in 2018 and has since been exploring her passions for environmentalism, animal welfare, and storytelling. Growing up, whenever she wasn’t spending time riding horses, she made a habit of rescuing wild bunnies, stray dogs, and kittens found on her parent’s acreage in the mountains. She believes in the powerful mission that Global Strays has to teach empathy for generations to come. Isabelle spends her free time hiking, listening to Joni Mitchell, cuddling with her dog Luna, and devouring large bowls of pho.

For questions about our ambassador program or social media partnerships, email isabelle@globalstrays.org

Dr. Steve is a Canadian born and trained veterinarian, having graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine. He has been involved with a variety of Veterinary field programs around the World and has also spent time in private practice with a special interest in soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery. He has always held a passion for teaching and mentoring. He is currently pursuing higher education in One Health, Veterinary Human Support, and Transpersonal Psychology. He lives in the Sacred Valley of Peru where he enjoys hiking, photography, healthy living and helping others explore wellness based activities.

For questions about our Veterinary & Humane Education Programs, email drsteve@globalstrays.org.

Elisa Quiroz first felt the rush of rescuing animals when she saved a baby kitten unable to walk. In 2014, Elisa started the ADAN Foundation, which rescues and rehabilitates dogs, cats, and horses. Once the animals are rehabilitated, they are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and put up for adoption. With the aid of Global Strays, the ADAN Foundation has had an impact on government policy through the reform of Law 747, which protects the welfare of domestic animals in Nicaragua. Elisa is a Project Coordinator for the Global Strays Spay and Neuter & Veterinarian Care Program, and she inspects and oversees several of our affiliated shelters.