Erica Tasso – Secretary

Erica is a paralegal based in Illinois with a love for organizing, researching, and supporting meaningful projects. She enjoys digging into details, bringing order to chaos, and helping ideas turn into something real. A lifelong animal lover, Erica is passionate about FFCR’s mission and finds fulfillment in contributing wherever she’s needed. At home, she shares her life with a lively household that includes two rescue cats — Sookie and Ash — along with her dog Chainsaw, three turtles, and a mouse.

Louis Navarrete – Treasurer

Louis is an environmental designer trying to make the world a better place one room at a time. He and his husband have been rescuing kitties for at least the last 20 years and they love and adore each and every one that has graced their paths.

Dominic Yi – Director of Engineering

Dominic Yi is a software engineer with expertise in management and a proud cat dad to a rescued cat who quickly became part of his family. His experience caring for a rescue inspired a passion for supporting initiatives that improve the well-being of community cats. Based in the Chicago area, Dominic brings a diverse skill set to FFCR and is committed to advancing its mission through innovative solutions and sustainable impact for both feral and domestic cats.

Maria Elisha Saba – Social Media Guru

Maria is driven by her love for animals and desire to make a difference. With a background in graphic design, Maria Saba channels her creativity into social media. Maria has always valued compassion and community and finds fulfillment in giving back and being part of a mission that ensures every cat gets the chance they deserve. At home, Maria shares her heart (and her lap) with her rescue cat, Ori.

Mary Cing Mung – Social Media Guru

Mary is a current student at Oklahoma State University, pursuing a business administration degree with a major in marketing and a minor in finance. As she continues her studies, Mary plans to use her passion and knowledge in marketing and her love for cats to help make a difference and spread the love.

Dian Puspasari – Website/SEO & Google Ads Guru

Dian’s love for the mix of analytics and creativity is what drew her to websites and search engines. Outside of work, she’s a proud cat person who grew up in a family that loves cats. When she’s not optimizing ad copy or working on websites, you’ll probably find her watching Formula 1, baking cookies, or hanging out with her house panther, Max.

Aalto Lin – Colony Researcher

Aalto Lin is a Research Data Scientist based in LA with a passion for solving problems and helping animals. They haven’t had a cat yet because of dorm life, but always have a dream that one day a cat claims their keyboard as the perfect napping spot. With expertise in turning messy data into clear insights, they are excited to apply their skills to FFCR’s mission of providing sustainable, eco-friendly care for community cats. In their free time, they enjoy reading, playing video games, and chatting with random people.

Shruthi Repaka – Colony Researcher

I have a soft spot for cats and a curious palate that pushes me to explore all kinds of cuisines. From cozy local spots to bold, new flavors, I love discovering food that tells a story. When I’m not chasing after the next best bite, I’m probably at home getting bossed around by my cats.

Peter Ndung’u – Colony Researcher

Peter is a mechanical engineer and data enthusiast with a strong background in problem-solving, analytics, and community service. He enjoys using his skills to support meaningful causes, and is passionate about animal welfare and giving back through volunteering. Peter believes in creating positive impact through small, consistent actions and is committed to supporting organizations that protect and care for vulnerable animals. In his free time, he enjoys learning new technologies, exploring data projects, and finding new ways to contribute to his community.

Ehab Abdul Rahman – Mechanical Engineer

Ehab is a recent graduate in Mechanical Engineering and has a knack for designing prototypes and working on hands-on projects. Ehab is someone who’s passionate about the discipline and was drawn by Furever’s mission and wanted to help incorporate new designs for the better livelihood of stray cats. He is eager to help realize cool new ideas that can be further iterated on.

Arnav – Engineer

Arnav is a Software Engineer who loves turning complex ideas into simple, meaningful tools. With a background in building digital platforms from the ground up, he has a talent for connecting all the moving parts of a project to make sure the final experience is seamless. Driven by a desire to give back, Arnav is excited to use his skills to create reliable systems that help Furever grow and better serve the community.