Aaron Backer joined WAGS as Executive Director in June 2008. For more than 10 years Aaron has worked in leadership positions at non-profit organizations that work directly with children, youth and families. Aaron has accumulated valuable experience in fundraising, program development and non-profit administration at each of these organizations, utilizing these skills in daily practice at WAGS. In addition to his work at WAGS, Aaron also serves on the Dane County Youth Commission.
Aaron was attracted to the unique mission of WAGS and its potential to be the best organization in the area for providing quality services to the surrounding community utilizing the compassion and skills of service dogs. However, his three cats at home don’t understand why he would choose to work around dogs! Aaron can be contacted at the WAGS office or by email at abacker@wags.net.