Joseph D. Rainey
DIRECTOR
Joe served as a tanker in the U.S. Marine Corps until a stateside accident cut his service short. Paws 4 Liberty trained his first service dog, “Tanker,” in 2009. After many years together, Joe lost Tanker to cancer in 2020. Now, he has “Stitch,” another service dog in-training from Paws 4 Liberty. Joe loves to connect with other veterans and help them find the assistance they need by partnering with well-trained service dogs.
John R. Platt
PRESIDENT/ TREASURER
Currently retired, John was a pharmacy owner and District Manager for Walgreens in Palm Beach County, Florida. His wife is hearing impaired and benefits from her relationship with her service dog, Sandi. John’s business and managerial skills have come in handy during his service on the board of directors. John is passionate about providing quality training and service dogs for veterans in need.
Heidi Maller
SECRETARY
Heidi has been an active member of the south Florida community for 34 years. Her three sons and two dogs keep her busy. Paws 4 Liberty is important to Heidi and her family, because they see it as a testament of the power of the bond between humans and animals.