The people behind the products

Elena Vasquez

Founder & CEO

Former product designer at Patagonia who started PawHaven after struggling to find beautiful, sustainable pet products for her Bernese Mountain Dog, Hazel.

Dr. Lena Marsh

Chief Veterinary Officer

DVM with 15 years of experience in small-animal practice. Leads our veterinary council and reviews every product for safety.

Marcus Reid

Head of Training & Behavior

Certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) with a passion for force-free, science-based methods.

Sofia Chen

Head of Product Design

Industrial designer trained at RISD. Obsessed with the details most brands skip — the stitch, the glaze, the foam density.

Dr. Aisha Patel

Veterinary Nutritionist

PhD in animal nutrition. Formulates our supplements and writes our nutrition guides.

James Okonkwo

Head of Sustainability

Leads our carbon-neutral shipping, take-back program, and materials sourcing. Former B Corp consultant.

Maya Thompson

Customer Experience Lead

Ensures every interaction — from unboxing to support — feels considered and cared for.

David Kim

Head of Operations

Keeps our Portland warehouse running and our shipping fast and carbon-neutral.