our board
Holly Roberts
Board Chair
myTalk107.1, Producer, On-Air Talent
Holly met Danielle and was inspired by how the organization leverages the power of the human-animal connection to create more empathy in the world. Her primary function is to raise awareness by building connections in the community, hosting fundraisers, providing social media strategies and tapping into her professional network to secure public relations opportunities. She enjoys being outside with her dog and spending time with family and friends.
Alyssa Boldischar
Board Member
Director of Operations / Photographer & Designer
Alyssa met Danielle at a calendar photoshoot in 2013. She instantly fell in love with what Canine Inspired Change does and how the organization brings people together to positively change lives. In addition to volunteering with her dog Cloey, she works as the official dog photographer, helps with public relations, outreach and raises awareness about the organization’s work. She enjoys hanging out with her three dogs, pottery, fishing, and going on photography adventures.
Crista Sizemore
Board Secretary
Human Resources/Operations Management
Crista was introduced to Canine Inspired Change through Alyssa Boldischar (Board Chair), a friend & former high school classmate! Crista and her former dog, Zoie, started as an Emotional Support Therapy team in May 2017 and decided to join the board shortly after. With a history of working with animals as a Veterinary Technician in her early career and current day to day immersion in the Human Resources/Operations arena, Crista brings to the CIC board a wide variety of assets. In her free time, Crista enjoys hobby photography, crafting, and spending time with family & friends. She is currently working on a "foster fail" so she can find her next teammate and get back to therapy sessions!
Jill Spencer
Board Member
American Indian Equity and Integration Liaison
at Mounds View Public Schools
After getting a new puppy, Livy, in the Spring of 2021, Jill had a student that was struggling to communicate with school staff. Within one visit with Livy the student began to open up and communicate when Livy was by his side. It was then that Jill began to think about training for herself and Livy. Searching began and she found Canine Inspired Change, was impressed with the mission and felt it would be a perfect fit. Jill has worked in education for over 20 years in higher education, private and public education with people of all ages. Jill currently works for Mounds View Public Schools as the American Indian Equity and Integration Liaison.
Michaela Soderlund
Board Member
Freelance Creative Director
Michaela met Danielle in 2019 while promoting her co-founded company, Superior Labb and was immediately drawn to Danielle's energy and passion for doing good with your dog! She joined the board in 2021 after years of cheering for CIC and getting her puppy, Frankie. Michaela's creative experience spans over a decade wearing many hats starting in photography and design. After leaving her corporate job for motherhood, Michaela focused her ambitious work ethic to encourage creativity and breaking the mental health stigma. Her desire to normalize creative expression through thoughtful and authentic conversation has opened doors to be an ally for ambitious women in business and high school mental health clubs in Minnesota.
Louise Teeter
Board Member
Change Management & Communications Consultant
Louise met Danielle in 2020 when Danielle interviewed Louise for the CIC podcast about her co-founded company, Superior Labb. She joined the board in 2022 after years of supporting CIC through Superior Labb’s give back program.
Louise experienced the therapeutic power of dogs firsthand when a family friend pass away. Although not a dog person at the time, Louise took in her friend’s dog, Bekket. Louise and Bekket have been family ever since.
Professionally, Louise is a change management consultant who leads strategic efforts for her Fortune 100 clients as they navigate the people side of transformational change. Louise is proud to support CIC, which shares her passion for creating sustainable change and coaching strong leaders.