Staff
At Canine Support Teams, we’re powered by a small but passionate team of individuals committed to making a difference. Each member brings unique skills and perspectives, united by our shared mission to enhance the quality of our clients’ lives. Together, we work tirelessly to care for, train, and place service animals for individuals with disabilities. Get to know the faces behind our efforts and discover why we’re so passionate about our mission. Join us in making a meaningful impact in an underserved community!
Carol Roquemore
Founder
Founded Canine Support Teams, Inc., mother of one son, dog trainer/behaviorist, lover of dogs.
Darryl Howard
CEO
CEO of Canine Support Teams, Inc., who loves volunteering domestically and internationally. Proud uncle, second dad to Ledger the Australian Terrier, and an avid lobster sushi roll lover!
Kate Brochu
Facility & Finance Manager
ceoassist@caninesupportteams.org
Assistant Town Clerk in a small town in Massachusetts for 22 years. Originally a volunteer puppy raiser, then office volunteer, until hired in 2019. Puppy raiser of 5 and foster of many.
Jo Ann Roettgen
Operations Manager
Clientservices@caninesupportteams.org
Has been involved in the nonprofit and education community for nearly 30 years. Has degrees in Communication and Sociology, and is involved in research for prison programs and recidivism. She has been involved in animal rescue for more than 20 years, and is a huge lover of all animals.
Shara Butterworth
Training Director
TrainingDir@caninesupportteams.org
Service dog trainer for over 25 years, with an incredible passion for dogs.
Helena Strickland
Puppy Program Manager
Caninetrainer@caninesupportteams.org
Lover of all living things, animals, plants and especially dogs. Has been in the dog industry since 2012 and a trainer since 2014. Passionate about helping people and dogs have a better connection.
Olivia Hernandez
Canine Care Manager
Carelead@caninesupportteams.org
Loves going on weekend hikes with my dog and love building bonds and caring for all the different dogs here at CST!
DA’VON PATTERSON
Training Instructor
Trainer4@caninesupportteams.org
Loves winter, football, and enjoys teaching his sons how to train dogs.
Genevieve Emilio
Outside Certification Manager/ Client Care
Trainer@caninesupportteams.org
3 Years of professional dog training experience, dog behavioral enthusiast with Two pups at home.
