Heidi Richmond

About Heidi Richmond

During college, I supported myself with two jobs, including one at a popular restaurant. While working a visibly busy shift, a regular asked me why I was always smiling. I enthusiastically (and truthfully) told him it was because I loved my job. He responded by saying,\"I think you are the type of person who always loves your job.\" I have thought about that exchange several times and realized it is absolutely true. I choose to work for companies that share my ideologies — some of which are honesty, service, and community involvement. I find things I love doing, organizations I am proud to represent, and then pour my heart and soul into them. My goal is to work for already exceptional organizations and leverage my professional skills, work ethic, and positive attitude to make my workplace that much better. I believe that when one puts their all into what they do, they feel a sense of pride and fulfillment that makes it impossible to not love what they are doing!

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Almost There A Mom Pups Rescue

   Jan 2024 — Present

   Our Mission StatementTo save mama dogs and pups, provide care and enrichment, and find loving, forever homes.ATR specializes in pregnant and nursing dogs and pups who need time and space to grow and become socialized. Our dogs experience a significant amount of socialization through our specialized programs while in our care. Our puppies go through a specially designed curriculum “Puppy Culture” developed by a team of experts including behavioral veterinarians and credentialed trainers. As soon as they are born and until they leave our care, our pups participate in age-appropriate enrichment activities to help with their socialization and overall development into well-adjusted furry family members. Our mama dogs also work with on site behaviorists who develop personalized programs to prepare them for life as your new best friend. All our dogs are exposed to many experiences to set them – and their new families – up for a lifetime of success. ATR is determined to give adopters all the information available about our dogs so we can find the perfect match. All of our dogs are altered, micro-chipped, and up-to-date on vaccines prior to adoption. Adoption fees paid help cover our substantial costs and fund our life-saving work.If you are interested in contributing to this important cause, please reach out. Your contributions help fulfill our mission and will literally save lives! Check out our latest IMPACT Report here: is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and receives no tax or government funding.

Education

• Arizona State University

  Bachelor of Science (BS)

• Chandler/Gilbert Community College

  Child Development Associate

• Mesa Community College

  Associate in Arts

• University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business

  Mini MBA for Nonprofit Organizations