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Co-Presidents: Ibby Nathans
Sharon Vartanian
Members: Sally Bashalany
Kevin Langlois

Sally Bashalany

Sally is a college faculty member and administrator with extensive experience in writing, communications, program development and evaluation, government and community relations, and team-building. She has been involved in local and state-wide projects and previously served another rescue as a board member and volunteer. Although presently beagle-less, several beagles have claimed her home as their own in the past. Josie was a B.O.N.E.S. rescue, who was best buds with Winnie, another B.O.N.E.S. beagle rescued by Sally's son and daughter-in-law. Both are happily romping together at the Rainbow Bridge. Sally and her husband Joe live in New Hampshire.

Elizabeth (Ibby) Nathans

Elizabeth has been a volunteer with B.O.N.E.S. since 2005 and most recently has been involved in the adoption area. She is held in high regard by everyone on the adoption team and has a flair for making great matches and following up to make sure all is well. Ibby has much to bring to the Board. As a Dean at Harvard University and Boston College she has been involved in, among other things, team building and development of start-up programs. She has also been involved in rescuing animals since the late 1960's and has the desire to help B.O.N.E.S. continue to grow and become a strong organization for the beagles that need our help.

Sharon Vartanian

Sharon joined B.O.N.E.S. in 2005 after adopting her first beagle, Ms. Lucy. She has been involved with various non-profit organization for over 40 years with her focus primarily on animal rescues. With a background in business, management and staff development, Sharon brings a business focus to the organization. Sharon joined the Board in 2009 and has held the position of Treasurer since then, working closely with her team, other members of the Board and our directors to ensure that B.O.N.E.S. is financially sound and in compliance as a MA and Federal non-profit. In addition, Sharon helps with transports and serves on various committees. Sharon lives in N.H. with her significant other Jack and dogs, Jimmy, Scout and Frankie - all former B.O.N.E.S. rescues.