Leadership Team
The Mobility Danes of New England relies on our all-volunteer Board of Directors who donate their time for the betterment of the organization. The organization is led by the experience and excellence of our entire team.
Lynn George
President
Lynn George serves as the president of the Mobility Danes of New England, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to training Great Danes for individuals with mobility disabilities. With a profound commitment to enhancing the lives of those with mobility challenges, Lynn has been an integral part of the organization for five years. Initially joining as the Director of Operations, Lynn was promoted to president in 2022.
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Lynn's extensive experience in raising and training Great Danes spans over 22 years. She has run a Great Dane rescue organization for seven years and has successfully trained and shown Great Danes in obedience, winning several titles. This experience significantly contributes to the Mobility Danes of New England's successful implementation of positive reinforcement training procedures. Her hands-on expertise ensures that the training programs are both effective and humane, promoting a strong bond between the service dogs and their handlers. This expertise has been instrumental in the organization's ability to produce well-trained, reliable service dogs that greatly improve the quality of life for their recipients.
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In addition to her role at the Mobility Danes of New England, Lynn is an American Kennel Club (AKC) approved Canine Good Citizen evaluator, a testament to her expertise and recognition within the canine training community. Her background in hospitality management further enhances her capability in managing and overseeing the organization's operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow. Lynn's unique blend of skills and experiences makes her a vital asset to the MDNE, driving its mission forward with passion and professionalism.
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Lynn can be reached at lynn.george@mobilitydanesofnewengland.com
Lynn Wronkowski
Board Chairperson
In Lynn’s role as Chairperson of Mobility Danes of New England she brings 25+ years of invaluable experience in Human Resources, with a strong focus on benefits, compensation, and organizational structure. Throughout her career, she has honed her skills in strategic planning, fostering positive workplace environments, and ensuring that employees are supported and valued. Lynn feels an overwhelming sense of joy and fulfillment watching a recipient meet and work alongside their service dog. Witnessing a recipient’s growing confidence and independence reinforces the profound impact a carefully trained service dog has on a recipient’s daily life. This experience reaffirms Lynn’s commitment to the mission of MDNE. As Chairperson, Lynn is enthusiastic about leveraging her experiences to steer MDNE towards achieving its mission and goals. She is passionate about making a positive impact on the community we serve and is dedicated to driving initiatives that make a difference. With a strategic mindset and a wealth of knowledge in Human Resources, Lynn is committed to leading MDNE towards success and ensuring that the organization thrives enabling us to change lives one dog at a time.
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Lynn can be reached at lynn.wronkowski@mobilitydanesofnewengland.com
Karen Boomhower
Secretary
Karen can be reached at: Karen.Boomhower@mobilitydanesofnewengland.com
Jami Snow
Board Officer
Jami has been an onsite volunteer for Service Dog Project since 2019. She is responsible for the physical care of the dogs’ living
environments. She delights in taking care of the dogs from birth to their placement as Service Dogs.
With nearly 40 years of experience in Retail Management Jami brings her focus of customer service, scheduling, budgeting and employee development to us daily. Additionally, she supports her community as Chairperson of The Board of Assessors.
Jami is passionate about providing recipients with the independence that a well trained Service Dog provides to each recipient and their family. She is a strong advocate for Service Dog Project, its missions, dogs and recipients. She is committed to “Changing lives, one dog at a time”.
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Jami can be reached at jami.snow@servicedogproject.org.
Jim Grasso
Board Officer
Jim's service dog, Gibson, has been instrumental in enabling him to live a normal life despite his balance difficulties and health issues. Jim's involvement with the Service Dog Project (SDP) began nearly six years ago with his wife, Kim, starting as volunteers taking on tasks like cleaning kennels and repairing fences. Over time, their responsibilities increased, and they played more significant roles within the organization, including socialization training of SDP dogs by taking them to places like Home Depot, doctor’s offices, and supermarkets.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Jim and Kim fostered Gibson for nearly six months before Jim officially adopted him. Now, Jim proudly serves as a board member of the Service Dog Project.
Professionally, Jim is semi-retired, having formerly served as the founder, Chairman & CEO of Grasso Group US, a public relations, crisis communication, and government affairs consulting firm. With over 40 years of experience, Jim has worked in senior C- level roles for leading energy companies, including Mobil, Shell, HESS, and Duke Energy. He founded Grasso Associates in 2001, later renaming it Grasso Group US to expand services. Jim also teaches graduate and undergraduate courses as an Adjunct Faculty member at Boston University’s College of Communication. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Communication, cum laude, and a Master of Science in Public Relations from Boston University’s College of Communication. Throughout his career, Jim has served on various boards and executive committees of businesses and non-profit organizations.
As a board member of the Service Dog Project, Jim leverages his extensive experience in public relations and communication to enhance the organization's outreach and visibility. He plays a crucial role in strategic planning and fundraising efforts, ensuring the continued success and growth of SDP's mission to provide service dogs to those in
need.
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Jim can be reached at james.grasso@servicedogproject.org
Eileen Kelly
Board Officer
Andy VanBrocklin
Board Officer
Andy is a board member of the Mobility Danes of New England, Inc., a non-profit organization specializing in raising and training Great Danes to assist mobility-challenged individuals. With a background in community involvement, Andy has been instrumental in various fundraising initiatives, including campaigns for the United Way, Children's Hospital, Special Surfers, and Main Attraction Water Skiing Adaptive. His extensive experience in fundraising has significantly contributed to the success and growth of these organizations.
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Andy's passion for service dogs stems from a deeply personal experience. He was inspired by the transformative impact on his son when he received a service dog. Witnessing the positive changes not only in his son but also in other recipients over time, Andy felt a strong calling to give back to MDNE. This commitment is further fueled by the memory of his late son, whose heavenly birthday coincided with a pivotal moment when Andy received a phone call to meet Wendy, a service dog he felt was a gift from his late son to his older brother.
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In his role at the MDNE, Andy actively engages with the local community to recruit the necessary volunteers essential for the organization's operations. His efforts ensure that MDNE has a steady stream of dedicated individuals to support its mission. Andy's dedication to the cause is a testament to his belief in the transformative power of service dogs and his desire to honor his son's memory by making a difference in the lives of others.
Andy can be reached at andy.vanbrocklin@mobilitydanesofnewengland.com.