Donna Jackson
Founder, CEO, and Chairman of the Board
Donna has 30 years of experience in the technology sector of the hospitality industry. Her various leadership and management roles have included call center operations, client service management, technical support, software development, quality assurance, and professional services project management.
Why did you start Rio Verde Animal Rescue?
I have been involved with animals as long as I can remember in one way or another. Helping animals in need has always been a passion. Building the rescue originated with me trying to help my Dad and grew into a lifelong dream of creating my own animal rescue. Read More…
Steve Lapekas
President and Vice Chairman
Steve is a technology executive and accomplished leader with 20 years of experience. He has held the positions of chief information officer, chief technology officer and EVP, corporate business development. By fundamentally instituting a “servant leadership” philosophy learned during his time at West Point, his organizations have successfully managed infrastructure, call center operations, software development, quality assurance, professional services, enterprise systems, and enterprise architecture within the travel industry.
Prior to his civilian career, Steve spent five years of active military duty as an officer in the US Army, Field Artillery. During this time, he held various leadership positions while attaining the rank of Captain. Read more…
