American Kennel Club - Spokesperson Bios

Gina DiNardo Lash

Assistant Vice President

Gina Lash has had life-long involvement with purebred dogs most notably with Doberman Pinchers. In her current position she is heavily involved in the governance of the AKC.

Media Appearances:
  • NBC's Today Show – multiple appearances
  • iVillage Live – multiple appearances
  • TV Commentator – Mohegan Sun AKC Events
  • Satellite Media Tour for AKC/Eukanuba National Championship

  • Gina DiNardo Lash Biography

Lisa Peterson

Director of Club Communications
Ask AKC Columnist

Lisa has embraced the sport of purebred dogs for nearly 25 years as an owner/breeder/ handler of Norwegian Elkhounds. As a former journalist, Lisa regularly speaks to the media as an expert on purebred dog breeding and canine legislation as well as helps AKC clubs develop their own PR strategies.

Media Appearances:
  • NBC's Today Show – multiple appearances
  • Fox News Channel – The Big Story, The O'Reilly Factor, Fox News Live.
  • Martha Stewart Radio, NPR, GMA Radio
  • Quoted Expert in New York Times, USA Today

  • Lisa Peterson Biography

Mary Burch, PhD

Director of Canine Good Citizen®

Dr. Mary Burch is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist who is regarded as a national expert on canine behavior. Dr. Burch writes and speaks to the media about issues relating to dog training, behavioral issues and responsible dog ownership.

Media Appearances:
  • Martha Stewart Living
  • Animal Planet
  • Video – AKC Dog Care and Training
  • Quoted expert: Newsweek, U.S. News & World Report, Reader’s Digest

• Mary Burch Biography

To schedule a media interview with these or other AKC spokespersons please contact:

Christina Duffney
Director, Public Relations
212-696-8344 or cmd@akc.org

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