Baywater Animal Rescue Executive Director to Retire in June

Cambridge, MD -- Baywater Animal Rescue has announced that the company’s executive director, Suzette Stitely, has decided to retire in June, starting an orderly leadership transition over the next few months. Stitely’s decision to retire will bring to a close a remarkable career of nearly 18 years of service to the community and its companion animals.

“Suzette Stitely has been a very strong leader and one who has managed this organization through challenging times,” said Jerilyn Gibbs, chairman of the board. “The board is grateful for her innumerable contributions to the rescue and the animals we serve.”

During Stitely’s tenure as executive director, Baywater Animal Rescue successfully transitioned to a No Kill shelter, improved facilities for the animals and increased support to record levels.

“I’ve been privileged to lead the premiere No Kill shelter on the shore for the past 4.5 years,” Stitely said. “I’m proud of the contributions I have made to animal welfare in our community and I intend to stay involved with Baywater Animal Rescue on a volunteer basis.”

The board of directors will conduct the process to choose Stitely’s successor. For more information about Baywater Animal Rescue, visit www.baywateranimalrescue.org.