In Episode #10 of Community Builders, we sit down with Emily Acevedo, Executive Director of Butte Humane Society, one of the longest-running nonprofits in Butte County. Emily shares her story of how she went from working in business development to leading an organization that helps thousands of animals each year through shelter services, vet care, and outreach programs.Throughout the episode, Emily talks about the realities of running an animal shelter today, including rising costs, limited space, and a national shortage of veterinarians. She explains how her team works to prevent animals from entering the shelter system by supporting pet owners with food, medical care, and education. Emily also opens up about the emotional side of the job, touching on compassion fatigue and how her team stays focused on the wins.Tune in for an honest and inspiring conversation about community care, animal welfare, and what it means to build a more compassionate Chico.Follow us on Instagram: @community.builders.chico👉 Watch the live video recorded episode hereEPISODE CREDITS: Hosted by Dorian Cohen Produced by Metric Studios Edited by Michael Bone and Seth Ryan Trachtman Audio mixed by Michael Bone Artwork designed by Dorian Cohen Segment jingles licensed through Music Bed Be sure to follow Community Builders on YouTube and Instagram!InstagramYouTube (Full Video Episodes)

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