Liz Danielson
Liz became a member of TCOTC in 2021 with her dog Schroeder, who has taken obedience and agility classes at the club. Schroeder has also attended Camp K9.
Liz currently volunteers on the Agility Setup Crew. She says her knowledge of change management, project management, data analysis, database maintenance, website maintenance, and quality control will be an asset to the club.
She also brings writing (including limited grant writing experience), editing, and communications skills to bear. She says her willingness to stick to a project and see it through will benefit the club while she is on the board.
Maddie Hansen
My mini poodle, Stella and I take classes every class window. Stella also participates in camp K9. I have additionally been a member for the safety committee. Some of the projects the committee has worked on is purchasing an AED and first aid kit as well as creating emergency plans.
I have 8 years of association experience, which allows me to understand membership structure and how to price events and products surrounding membership. I also have extensive member recruitment and retention experience. In addition, I have six years of volunteer board experience through other local boards and have served in both secretary and treasurer roles. I have a master’s of business administration (MBA). Finally, I am in the millennial generation and hope I can help the club recruit more millennials.
June Mendoza
June was appointed to the board in 2023 to replace a board member who resigned. Her term ended in December 2023 and she has decided to run for a full term on the board. She submitted the following bio:
I have been a member of TCOTC since 2012 when I trained my English Cocker Spaniel Bess in agility.
Currently, Eddie and I have been competing in various dog sports and we love agility! I also volunteer at agility trials where it is most needed. My main contribution goal for the TCOTC Board would be to give valuable input on the topic of facilities – including improvements and upgrades.
Diane Steele
Diane joined TCOTC in 2023 and has participated in agility and conformation classes with her papillon, Dolce.
Diane is the CEO and Founder of Steele Recruiting LLC, a recruitment company that has supported
and connected Executive Assistants and Chief of Staff to CEOs across the United States over the past 20
years.
Diane is a member of both the Minnesota Chapter of NAWBO, Team Women, the University of Minnesota board member and mentor for the CCAPS Professional Development Program, a U of MN Alumni Association Awards Committee member and volunteer with several other area groups.
When asked what she would bring to the TCOTC board, she wrote: I understand recruiting very well and basic functions of the HR department, although my expertise is recruiting. I have a strong vision and am a natural visionary and networker.
Julie Steenerson
Julie was appointed to the board in 2023 to replace a board member who resigned. Her term ended in December 2023 and she has decided to run for a full term on the board. She submitted the following bio:
I am terrifically interested in continuing to serve on the Board of Directors for TCOTC as I have been an interim Board Member since July of this year. During that time, I have recognized the need for continuity among the group to drive strategic initiatives to their completion. There is tremendous opportunity surrounding the brand and I would love to extend my contribution to committee work supporting that.
My LinkedIn profile Julie Steenerson gives an overview of my business experience. I also have previous Board experience – one with North Loop Neighborhood Association where I was a founding member and Marketing & Promotions Committee Co-Chair for a community that achieved national recognition. I also served on the Board of Directors for Goldstein Museum of Design – a terrifically creative space where I assisted with event planning and execution.
My passion for TCOTC as an organization stems from being a new dog owner in need of expert guidance. We are big fans of Camp K9 – our English Labrador Retriever Jake attends a couple days per week – it is wonderful having a curated curriculum for him with such a caring team dedicated to educating him and us, as owners! We have also taken numerous evening classes with Jake and have gained many necessary tips and thoughtful additional advice in discussions with the trainers.
Daniel Webster
Dan has been a member of TCOTC for 6 years has been a desk volunteer for TCOTC for many of them. He has attended a number of classes and agility trials with his champion pug, Niner.
Dan is the former CEO of a Sports Entertainment Corporation. He has served on the boards of The Loppet Foundation and the MYBA (Minneapolis Youth Baseball Association). He was also Associate Regional Director of the Central Plains Region for USA Ultimate. And he is the handler/owner of a 14-time AKC Agility Champion dog.
When asked what would bring to the TCOTC board, he wrote: Tremendous knowledge of understanding how to create, market, and handle scheduling of events and competitions. Could be a good liaison for trying to find an affordable Agility Center for TCOTC, if needed. Possess various business certifications in Six-Sigma, Insurance, Manufacturing, Processing, and Distribution.