Neda works nationally to elevate the status of America’s wild horse and burros through advocacy, education, media, programs and events. With a vision to create a sanctuary model to explore minimally invasive wild horse management that could be viable on the range, she founded Return to Freedom in 1997. She speaks at national press conferences, educational venues, rotary clubs, public and private venues, and she has held government contracts to remove horses on horseback to sanctuary so that they would not be dispersed or slaughtered.

In her free time Irene enjoys photography, and came to learn about Return to Freedom through a fellow photographer. Having owned and ridden horses in her youth she has always has a special place in her heart for them, but had no idea that the wild horses would completely capture her heart. She immediately felt a very real connection to the wild ones and their struggle, and returns often to witness their behavior, and of course photograph them. Her hope is to spread the word of the plight of the wild horses by sharing her photography.

As a principal in several animal advocacy organizations, he has lent his voice and his pen to oppose a wide range of injustices toward animals, while encouraging and helping others to do the same.

A 20-year veteran of the music industry as a singer, songwriter, record producer, and music director, Jack was first moved to action in the early 1980s when he received a mailing about animal experimentation. His love for his own dog companion inspired him to become involved in helping other animals.

Jack worked for eight years as Volunteer Coordinator and Park Manager for Tree People, for decades with a seminal Los Angeles animal rights organization in a leadership capacity, was on staff of the award-winning Animals Voice Magazine, co-directed a large domestic horse sanctuary, and currently sits on Return to Freedom’s Board of Directors.

Jack believes that because our versatility as humans has permitted us to acquire enormous power over the lives of other species, we have a solemn duty to use this power to the benefit of those with whom we share the planet.

She brings not only a wealth of strategic and operational expertise but also a deep commitment to building purpose-driven teams and fostering meaningful change. Originally from Bainbridge Island, Wash., Alexandra holds a master’s degree in organizational leadership from Mount St. Mary’s University in Los Angeles.

In addition to her corporate accomplishments, Alexandra is deeply passionate about conservation and preserving the natural world. Her love for wide open spaces, horses, and all wildlife fuels her work at Return to Freedom.

Alexandra shares her life with two horses, including Juniper, a spirited Devil’s Garden Mustang, and spends much of her time outdoors, staying grounded in the values that continue to shape her professional and personal journey.

An American and European citizen and self-made businesswoman since the age of 26, Tracy has built a reputation for helping businesses elevate their presence in competitive markets.

She is Principal of Tracy Paul and Company Inc and Field & Cove Productions. She is represented by Paradigm Talent Agency for literary, film and television. Her background in communications and her hands-on approach to client relations have made her a respected figure in her industry. In addition to her business accomplishments, she has also been recognized for her leadership and innovative approach to solving marketing challenges for her clients.

A native New Yorker, Tracy currently resides in Los Angeles and Litchfield County, Conn. She graduated from Boston University with a broadcast journalism and sociology degree where she was also awarded as a rhetoric scholar.

Wendie is a spokesperson for both Return to Freedom and Humane World for Animals and sits on the board of The Environmental Media Association. She lives in the Santa Monica Mountains with her husband, five horses (two adopted from RTF), a donkey and two rescued dogs.