Kate Meghji

Kate Meghji is thrilled to serve as the Chief Executive Officer for Kansas City Pet Project. Previously, she served as Chief Operating Officer for Humane Rescue Alliance in Washington, D.C., Chief Executive Officer of the Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County, Florida, and Executive Director of the Lawrence Humane Society, Kansas. As a native Midwesterner, she is excited to get back to her roots in the area. 

Meghji has worked in animal welfare for nearly 20 years and loves teaming up with others in the industry as well as working with city leaders, social service groups, and many other partners to improve the lives of both pets and people. A self-proclaimed nerd, she is a passionate advocate for data-driven compassion and practical solutions to save more lives and help families stay together for the long term.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in molecular biology and biochemistry from Evergreen State College and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Illinois. Meghji is lucky to share her life with her husband, daughter, ridiculous dog Edna, Axel and Milo the guinea pigs, and assorted fish and reptiles.