Meet Our Leadership Team

Leading with Purpose

Liberty Dogs Leaders

Chief Executive Officer

Major General Ondra L. Berry, Air National Guard (Ret.)

Chief Executive Officer

Major General Ondra L. Berry (Ret.) serves as chief executive officer of Liberty Dogs™, where he leads a national mission to empower U.S. military Veterans diagnosed with PTSD through expertly trained Service Dogs. As the organization’s chief executive, he provides strategic direction, operational oversight, cultural leadership, and long-term growth planning for the flagship initiative of the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation. His leadership ensures world-class standards in canine training, Veteran support services, research partnerships, and organizational sustainability while expanding the Liberty Dogs national footprint and community impact.
Berry is a transformational leader with more than four decades of experience across military, law enforcement, corporate, nonprofit, and consulting sectors. He is recognized for visionary leadership, emotional intelligence, and organizational culture transformation. He previously served as adjutant general of Nevada (2019–2024), where he led more than 4,700 National Guard members and advised the Governor on military readiness, homeland security, emergency management, and strategic planning. In this role, he oversaw multimillion-dollar budgets, statewide operational readiness, domestic response missions, and international military partnerships.
Prior to his military leadership, Berry spent 25 years with the Reno Police Department, retiring as assistant chief. He directed major organizational reform initiatives, strengthened community-police relationships, and advanced modern leadership, training, and accountability systems. His work helped shape a more transparent, trusted, and service-oriented law enforcement culture.
In the corporate sector, he held senior executive roles at MGM Resorts International, leading enterprise-wide organizational culture, leadership development, and inclusion strategies across a global hospitality workforce. His honors include the Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, The Governor’s Star of Nevada Impact Award, Leadership Reno Alumni of the Year, and the University of Nevada President’s Medal.
Berry holds a Master of Public Administration in political science from the University of Nevada, Reno, and a Bachelor of Arts in secondary education from the University of Evansville. His military education includes graduation from the Air War College, Air Command and Staff College, and the Senior Leader Orientation Course. He has also completed executive education at Harvard Kennedy School (Homeland Security), Johns Hopkins University (AI Leadership), and Syracuse University (National Security Studies).
Driven by a lifelong commitment to service and impact, Berry remains dedicated to helping individuals, teams, and organizations unlock their highest potential while advancing leadership, resilience, and purpose in every mission he serves.
Chief Canine Officer

Laura Edwards

Chief Canine Officer

Laura Morris Edwards leads the organization's canine operations, from puppy development through training and Veteran-Service Dog placement. She joined Liberty Dogs™ in June 2026, relocating her family from Colorado to take on the role.
Edwards brings more than a decade of executive leadership in the Service Dog industry. She most recently served as the founding executive director of Sunrise Service Dogs in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where she built the organization from concept to daily operations and led it to Assistance Dogs International candidacy. Before that, she spent four years as director of dog operations at Freedom Service Dogs in Englewood, Colorado, directing cross-functional operations across intake, breeding, puppy development, canine care, and training teams. There, she was instrumental in the creation of their purpose-bred program and structured evaluation pipeline that raised the organization's placement rate from 9% to nearly 50%.
Edwards's path into the field began in 2012, when she recognized how underserved the autism community was with access to Service Dogs. Driven to close that gap, she immersed herself in learning the field from the ground up, ultimately founding Disco's Dogs, Inc., a Colorado nonprofit that placed Service Dogs with children on the autism spectrum. Disco's Dogs later merged into Freedom Service Dogs, carrying that mission into a larger organizational structure.
Edwards has served as a steering committee member for the Assistance Dogs International Breeding Cooperative, and as a conference speaker for both Assistance Dogs International and the International Working Dog Association, where she also serves on the board, and a resource member of the International Association of Assistance Dog Partners. Before entering the Service Dog field, she spent nearly two decades in accounting, finance, and HR technology, a background that still shapes her data-driven approach to building programs.
Service runs in Edwards's family. Her father, grandfather, and great-grandfather all served in the Navy, and her nephew is a Marine veteran, a legacy that grounds her commitment to serving Liberty Dogs’ mission. She is guided by a One Welfare philosophy, the belief that the well-being of dogs and the people they are partnered with are deeply connected. She brings that conviction to every dog and every Veteran she serves.
Chief Veterinary Officer

Dr. Laurie Peek

Chief Veterinary Officer

Dr. Laurie Peek leads the design and implementation of the organization’s comprehensive medical care delivery system for all dogs in the program. She oversees general and preventative health, infectious disease management, and the reproductive program, ensuring rigorous medical protocols are met. Dr. Peek closely monitors both the physical and psychological well-being of dogs throughout training and provides oversight for puppies and adult dogs on and off campus. A central part of her role is safeguarding each dog’s welfare, maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and compassionate care across the Liberty Dogs™ program.
Her leadership directly supports healthy canine populations and minimizes the impact of contagious diseases, strengthening program continuity and outcomes. Acting as a vital bridge between executive leadership, trainers, and clients, she ensures medical strategy aligns with operational excellence and mission delivery.
Dr. Peek has been a practicing veterinarian for 30 years, with extensive experience in small animal general practice, advanced ultrasonography—including echocardiograms and abdominal and musculoskeletal imaging—and preventative medicine. She also brings expertise in holistic care, holding certifications and experience in acupuncture, chiropractic, and rehabilitation therapies. A respected leader in the field, she has served on multiple animal welfare boards and held leadership roles with Maddie’s Fund, a prominent family foundation by Dave and Cheryl Duffield that revolutionizes the well-being of companion animals, for more than 25 years.
She previously built and operated her own small animal veterinary practice, creating a sustainable model of high-quality, community-centered care. She generously provided pro-bono care to numerous animal-focused nonprofits.
Among her notable achievements, Dr. Peek helped establish “Shelter Medicine” as a credible and essential discipline within the veterinary profession through strategic partnerships with academic institutions and local veterinary organizations.
Driven to ensure that every dog receives a foundation of health and care commensurate with the weight of the task they perform, Dr. Peek prioritizes meticulous medical oversight, restorative rest, and compassionate handling. By protecting the well-being of each dog, she helps safeguard the peace of mind of the hero at their side. Dr. Peek earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine.
Chief Operating Officer

Indra Winquest

Chief Operating Officer

Indra Winquest serves as chief operating officer of Liberty Dogs™, where he leads the organization’s operational functions, including finance, information technology, facilities and maintenance, security, hospitality, and food and beverage services. He and the operations team are responsible for ensuring the seamless delivery of services that support Veterans, staff, dogs, volunteers, and visitors while maintaining the campus, infrastructure, and operational systems that enable the organization to fulfill its mission. Through a focus on customer service, operational excellence, and organizational effectiveness, he is focused on creating an environment where our staff, Veterans, dogs, and visitors can thrive.
Winquest brings extensive leadership experience from the public sector, with a career spanning parks, recreation, community services, and public works operations. He spent more than two decades with the Incline Village General Improvement District in the Lake Tahoe Basin, serving in several senior leadership roles, including director of parks and recreation and general manager. In these positions, he oversaw diverse operations including administrative services, public works, golf, ski operations, food and beverage services, facilities, beaches, and parks and recreation programs. Prior to joining Liberty Dogs™, he served as director of parks and recreation for the Tahoe City Public Utility District.
A dedicated advocate for community service, Winquest has spent more than twenty years coaching and mentoring youth through middle and high school basketball, soccer, and softball programs. He has also served on the board of Doral Academy of Northern Nevada since 2017 and currently serves as board president of the Sierra School of Performing Arts. His commitment to service, leadership development, and civic impact reflects a lifelong passion for helping others grow and succeed.
Winquest is known for his collaborative and adaptive leadership style, emphasizing communication, empowerment, and accountability. He believes in building highly skilled teams, fostering professional growth, and creating a culture where individuals are motivated to perform at their highest potential.
Winquest earned a bachelor's degree in global economics from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and pursuing outdoor recreation.
Chief Strategy & Communications Officer

Patty Zeifang

Chief Strategy & Communications Officer

Patty Zeifang leads integrated communications, marketing, brand storytelling, and public relations, with a focus on expanding the organization’s national presence to amplify the life-changing impact of the human–canine bond nationwide and beyond. In parallel, she oversees the development of high-impact partnerships with corporate sponsors, community leaders, research institutions, and Veteran organizations—building a strong, sustainable ecosystem of support for the Veterans that Liberty Dogs™ proudly serves.
Zeifang brings diverse industry experience in enterprise SaaS, cybersecurity, healthcare, and consumer advertising. She has helped scale multi-billion-dollar organizations, including Workday and PeopleSoft, while also shaping brand identities and go-to-market strategies for emerging ventures.
Among her notable achievements, Zeifang led the comprehensive rebrand of cybersecurity leader Lookout, delivering a new visual identity, value proposition, and digital experience. At Workday, she built and led the European marketing organization from London, executing localized strategies across the UK, France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and the Nordics to drive international growth. As head of the marketing transformation office, she designed cross-functional frameworks that streamlined global operations and accelerated time-to-market. During her tenure at PeopleSoft, she launched the company’s first global television campaign, significantly increasing brand awareness for the $1 billion enterprise software leader.
Throughout her career, Zeifang has consistently connected corporate strategy with meaningful community impact. She has led global alliances teams, coordinating initiatives with worldwide partners, and now applies that expertise at Liberty Dogs, strengthening the organization’s brand, volunteer engagement, and strategic partnerships in support of the flagship national Service Dog initiative. She received her Bachelor of Arts in history from the University of New Hampshire.
Every day, Zeifang is honored to witness the moment a Veteran’s life is transformed through the loyal companionship of a highly trained Service Dog. She finds profound purpose in building the partnerships and narratives that make these life-changing matches possible for the heroes who have given so much in service to the country.
Senior Director of Human Resources

Natalie Amys, SHRM-SCP, SPHR

Senior Director of Human Resources

Natalie Amys serves as the senior director of human resources, where she leads the organization’s people strategy, talent efforts, and culture. She partners closely with executive leadership to strengthen organizational performance, elevate the employee experience, and help establish Liberty Dogs™ as the benchmark for workplace excellence in northern Nevada.
With more than 20 years of HR leadership experience, Amys has helped organizations navigate growth, change, and complexity while building strong cultures where people feel empowered, accountable, and connected.
Prior to joining Liberty Dogs, Natalie served as chief human resources officer for the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County and held senior HR leadership roles with Spectrum Reach, Compassion International, and The Home Depot. She is also the founder of Lumyn Consulting, where she advises leaders on HR strategy, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.
As a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources, Natalie is recognized for her ability to bring clarity, structure, and thoughtful leadership to complex organizational challenges. She is valued for balancing vision with practical execution and for helping leaders build stronger, healthier organizations.
What drives Natalie most is the opportunity to serve people through meaningful work. She is inspired by Liberty Dogs’ mission and believes that when people feel supported, valued, and connected to purpose, they can do extraordinary things.
Controller

Summer Gonzales

Controller

Summer Gonzales serves as controller, finance, for Liberty Dogs™, where she is responsible for building and strengthening the organization’s financial infrastructure. Her work includes implementing accounting systems and internal controls, ensuring compliance with nonprofit regulations and tax requirements, and establishing financial policies that identify and mitigate financial and operational risk. Gonzales partners closely with executive leadership and the board to deliver clear financial insights that support sound strategy and informed decision-making.
A certified public accountant, Gonzales brings experience across both public accounting and private industry, giving her a well-rounded perspective on financial strategy, governance, and operational excellence. She is known for developing trusted, collaborative relationships with executives, board members, staff, and external stakeholders, taking a people-centered approach that builds organizational trust while driving sustainable, transparent financial outcomes.
Throughout her career, she has successfully navigated multiple accounting system implementations to support organizational growth and improve operational efficiency. She has also led cross-functional efforts to implement new accounting standards, working in close partnership with operations, legal, IT, auditors, and executive leadership. She holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from California State University, Sacramento.
Gonzales’ professional commitment is deeply connected to her respect for military Veterans and her understanding of the often unseen challenges they face when transitioning back to civilian life. She is driven by a desire to build meaningful, lasting support for those who have sacrificed so much for the country, guided by a commitment to service, impact, and honoring those who served.