Rita Hoch
President & CEO
Rita is a native Oklahoman, growing up on a small horse farm in Edmond, Oklahoma. She earned her BS and MS degrees in speech-language pathology from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and practiced in health care for 11 years.
She has owned and ridden horses all of her life. She showed extensively as a youth and amateur in 4H, AQHA and PHBA, with the highlight of earning national high point and reserve high point awards with her palomino Quarter Horse. She understands and recognizes the value that horses are in her life and wants to see others be able to benefit as well. She currently owns 3 horses and is still involved in riding. She has two miniature horses that she uses for therapy at nursing homes and schools.
She is married with one child and lives in Oklahoma City.
Kalea Swingle
Population Coordinator
Kalea Remy brings a diverse background in animal care to her role as Population Coordinator at Nexus Pets. With experience in dog daycare, veterinary medicine, and animal welfare, Kalea’s skills and dedication are a fantastic addition to our team.
In previous roles, Kalea has shown a strong commitment to providing the best possible care for animals, including walking dogs, assisting with veterinary procedures, and training new staff members. Her focus on cleanliness and disease prevention ensures that our facilities maintain the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
As Population Coordinator, Kalea manages the internal and external movement of animals within our Pets program, coordinates with partner agencies, and ensures optimal care and housing for our population. Reporting directly to Cassidy, Kalea plays a crucial role in maintaining efficient operations and delivering high-level customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
Cassidy Rosillo
Director of Pets Operations
Cassidy, the Director of Operations at Nexus Pets, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the management of day-to-day operations across all of the organization’s programs. With a strong foundation in both local and national animal welfare organizations, she has developed a broad skill set through her work in various programmatic roles, including adoption programs, foster program management, medical clinics, and kennel facility management.
Her diverse background and deep understanding of the intricacies involved in animal welfare make her an invaluable asset to Nexus as the organization continues to grow and work toward its mission and goals.Cassidy is passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals and the people who care for them. Her approach to her work is driven by a love for thinking outside the box to develop innovative programs and best practices that not only improve animal welfare but also strengthen the human-animal bond. She believes that fostering a positive connection between people and pets is essential to creating lasting, impactful change.
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Cassidy enjoys spending quality time with her family and pets. A devoted animal advocate, she fosters animals on a regular basis, providing them with the care and support they need until they find their forever homes. Her dedication to animal welfare extends beyond the workplace, as she continually seeks to improve the lives of animals both inside and outside of Nexus Pets.
Desiree Keifer
Pet Care Specialist
Desiree is our Pet Care Specialist for Nexus Pets, bringing with her extensive experience in customer service, dog training, and hands-on animal care in kennel settings. In just a short time, she’s already made a remarkable impact, helping provide top-notch care across multiple locations.