Our People

Julie Klim became the PSPCA’s CEO in August of 2016. Julie had joined the Board of Directors in 2014 and became the Finance Chair in 2016. Julie was also a member of the development, humane education & legislation committees. She is an executive, entrepreneur and investor with more than 20 years experience in the biopharmaceutical, private equity and non-profit sectors. Julie’s specialties include: operational/financial management and leadership; deal valuation, negotiation, and contract execution; forming strategic alliances; business development and licensing; and fundraising.

As an independent consultant, Julie provided strategic, financial and operational consulting services to both non-profit and for-profit clients. Previously, she was Chief Operations Officer and Vice President of Business Development at BIO Ventures for Global Health in Washington, D.C.

Julie earned her Bachelor of Science in accounting at Penn State University and is a Certified Public Accountant.

Michelle McCool, PHR joined the Pennsylvania SPCA in January 2014 as Director of Human Resources. In this capacity, Michelle provides strategic leadership and oversight across all human resources functions, aligning departmental initiatives with the organization’s mission, goals, and core values.

Michelle brings a wealth of HR expertise to the PSPCA, having previously served as Director of Human Resources for a multi-site credit control organization spanning four national locations. Her professional competencies encompass the full employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, onboarding, workforce development, employee engagement, performance management, and total rewards administration.

Michelle holds a Bachelor’s degree from West Chester University and maintains her Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification through the HR Certification Institute (HRCI)

Outside of the office, Michelle enjoys time with her fur family, including her two Boston Terriers, Zeke and Zoey.

Contact: mmccool@pspca.org

Victoria Bradley serves as Finance Director at the Pennsylvania SPCA, where she has dedicated her career to animal welfare since 2007. Starting as an animal care attendant, Victoria has advanced through nearly every role in the organization—from kennel care and adoptions to veterinary nursing, forensic veterinary nursing, veterinary clinic management, and finance leadership.

In her current role, Victoria oversees both the finance department and the veterinary clinic operations. A lifelong Philadelphia resident and passionate animal advocate, Victoria brings a unique perspective to financial leadership. Her comprehensive understanding of operations across all departments enables her to make strategic financial decisions that directly support the PSPCA’s lifesaving work. She is committed to ensuring sound fiscal management and sustainability so the organization can continue serving animals and the community for generations to come.

Victoria is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Finance and Accounting. When she’s not crunching numbers or managing clinic operations, you’ll often find her fostering cats and dogs in the finance office—because no space is off-limits when animals need help. A proud bully breed advocate, Victoria shares her home with Beanie, her rescue pittie, though she has love for all creatures great and small, from dogs and cats to horses, reptiles, and birds.

Victoria is deeply grateful to serve the nation’s second-oldest SPCA in her hometown and to contribute to an organization that protects and saves the animals she loves.

Dr. Lisa Germanis serves as the Medical Director and Director of Forensics. She earned her VMD from the University of Pennsylvania and subsequently completed a Graduate Certificate in Veterinary Forensics from the University of Florida. Dr. Germanis performed an internship with the ASPCA in New York City. She specializes in animal cruelty investigations, performing forensic examinations and necropsies and assisting with crime scene investigations. She is qualified as an expert witness across 18 counties in Pennsylvania. Recognized as an authority on organized animal fighting, she is frequently called upon to deliver expert testimony and educational programming on the subject. Dr. Germanis mentors veterinary students and externs and, in partnership with Penn Vet, regularly delivers an introductory lecture on veterinary forensics. She has published research on her outpatient treatment protocol for canine parvovirus. As a passionate advocate for accessible veterinary care and humane education, she promotes these resources as critical components in preventing animal abuse and neglect. She is an active member of several professional organizations including the International Veterinary Forensic Sciences Association, the Association of Shelter Veterinarians, and the Veterinary Association for Farm Animal Welfare.

Gillian Kocher joined the Pennsylvania SPCA in October of 2015. After spending nearly eight years as the publicist for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, Gillian made the move from fighting to find cures for childhood cancers to advocating for the welfare of animals.

Now more than a decade into her tenure at the PSPCA, Gillian has been instrumental in elevating the organization’s profile through high-impact partnerships and media storytelling. Her work has brought the PSPCA into partnerships with the Philadelphia Flyers and the Philadelphia Phillies, and earned the organization a feature on Kylie Kelce’s FAFO. Through strategic social media storytelling and cultivated media relationships, she continues to raise awareness and funds for the PSPCA’s life-saving mission.

Utilizing over two decades of experience in the world of non-profit public and media relations, Gillian spends her days working to raise awareness of the Pennsylvania SPCA’s many services and expand its mission – to protect animals, prevent cruelty, and improve the quality of life for animals throughout the region.

She earned her bachelor’s degree in public communications from The College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York, followed by four years at Dan Klores Communications in New York City prior to turning to non-profit work.

Gillian lives in New Jersey with her husband, daughter Palmer, dogs Bailey, Hurley, and Harper — all adopted from the Pennsylvania SPCA — and Trixie the cat, a cherished reminder of her late father who she carries with her every day.

Contact: gkocher@pspca.org

Growing up with dogs my entire life, I developed a deep love for animals at an early age. At 24, I took that passion and jumped into the world of animal welfare.

At the time, I was working in the corporate world when a local animal shelter was devastated by a fire that destroyed the facility. I knew I had to help. I immediately got involved, joined the organization’s Board of Directors, and eventually became Board President. Working alongside an incredible group of supporters, we fundraised the necessary funds to rebuild the shelter within a year.

Wanting to remain connected to animals and the pet industry, I opened a Pet Center that included a full-service veterinary hospital, boarding, and daycare. It became a true family business, where my husband, our two daughters, and I worked together. It was incredibly rewarding to raise our daughters in an environment where they learned the value of hard work, compassion, responsibility, and giving back.

After eventually selling the business, I moved to Colorado, where I continued my involvement in animal welfare. I became heavily involved with an animal rescue organization as well as a Wolf Sanctuary, gaining even more experience and perspective within the animal welfare community.

When I returned to the East Coast, I was excited to continue this journey. That opportunity came when PSPCA Main Line Animal Rescue presented itself.

Joining Main Line Animal Rescue brought together so many of the experiences and passions that had shaped my life—from animal welfare and veterinary care to fundraising, operations, leadership, and, most importantly, the belief that every animal deserves the opportunity for a better life.

What began as a decision to help after a devastating shelter fire at age 24 has grown into a lifelong commitment to animal welfare. I feel incredibly fortunate that my career and my passion have become one and the same.

Kisha Reinmiller joined the Pennsylvania SPCA in March 2021, and serves as Site Director of the organization’s Lancaster Center. She oversees daily shelter operations, staff leadership, animal population management, community services, and partnerships with municipal agencies, law enforcement, rescues, fosters, and volunteers.

Prior to joining the Pennsylvania SPCA, Kisha worked as Community Outreach Coordinator for That Fish Place – That Pet Place. Her involvement in animal welfare has also included serving on the Board of Directors for Doberman Pinscher Rescue of PA and fostering for several Lancaster-area rescue organizations.

Outside of the shelter, Kisha shares her home with four dogs, four cats, and an African grey parrot. She also enjoys reading, plants and taking day trips with her husband.

Kristen Szwast joined the Pennsylvania SPCA in February 2018 as the Lifesaving Manager at our Philadelphia Headquarters. Her work helped place countless shelter animals into loving homes. She also played a key role while serving as the interim Volunteer Manager in late 2018. In May 2019, Kristen accepted the Site Director position overseeing our Danville Center. 

Kristen brings her array of skills in animal sheltering, community engagement, marketing, and leadership to help further our lifesaving mission in central Pennsylvania. 

Kristen holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Pennsylvania State University, an Associate’s Degree in Zookeeping Technology from Pikes Peak Community College, and is working towards completing her Master’s in Biology from Miami University. 

Outside the office, Kristen enjoys spending time with her three children, two dogs, and two cats. 

Nicole Wilson began her career in animal welfare in 1998 working in the Community Outreach and Humane Education Department of the Humane Society of Washington County in Hagerstown, Maryland. While there, Nicole established a behavior hotline to provide a resource for pet parents. In 2001, she moved to the Women’s Humane Society where she was a Humane Educator. On just her second day, George Bengal recruited her to assist on a cruelty call, marking the moment when her transition to law enforcement would begin. In 2003 she became a Humane Society Police Officer and in 2006, Nicole moved to the Delaware County SPCA where she was recruited to run shelter operations, develop a behavior program and establish cat-friendly holding policies. In August of 2009, she joined the PSPCA’s Humane Law Enforcement team as a Case Manager before moving into a Supervisor role.

During her tenure at the PSPCA, Wilson has acted as a Supervising Officer for the outer counties including Columbia, Susquehanna, Monroe and Lehigh Counties.