• Home
  • FAQ
  • Contact
  • Memorial
  • Resources
  • Donors
  • Staff
  • Applications
    • K9 Training
    • Volunteer Application
  • Schedule
  • Volunteer
  • Events
  • More
    • Home
    • FAQ
    • Contact
    • Memorial
    • Resources
    • Donors
    • Staff
    • Applications
      • K9 Training
      • Volunteer Application
    • Schedule
    • Volunteer
    • Events
  • Home
  • FAQ
  • Contact
  • Memorial
  • Resources
  • Donors
  • Staff
  • Applications
    • K9 Training
    • Volunteer Application
  • Schedule
  • Volunteer
  • Events

BOARD MEMBERS

Executive Director

Executive Director

Executive Director

Kristina Olson

Kristina is from the Pacific Northwest. As a former Army brat and Army spouse she knows firsthand the affects combat has on our military. Upon learning the high rate of veteran suicide and returning to Central Oregon in 2013 she founded Battle Buddies of Central Oregon to mitigate the symptoms of PTSD through canine companionship and training. 

President

Executive Director

Executive Director

 Jake Floyd

Jake has been a Central Oregon resident since 1984.  He joined the U.S. Marines after graduating high school in 1994 and retired as a Master Sergeant in September of 2017. Jake went through our program in 2022 with his K9 buddy Mason. He joined our board in Dec of 2022. 

Program Director

Executive Director

Program Director

Shannon Lucas

 Shannon grew up “on base” with both parents working as civilian contractors for the U.S. Navy. As an adult, her career centered around veterinary nursing, with a special interest in pet behavior. She has lived in Central Oregon since 2008, and jumped at the chance to become involved with BBCO, allowing her to combine her love of dogs with her appreciation for the military.

Copyright © 2025 Battle Buddies of Central Oregon - All Rights Reserved.

Powered by

  • Home
  • FAQ
  • Contact
  • Memorial
  • Resources
  • Donors
  • Staff
  • K9 Training
  • Volunteer Application
  • Schedule
  • Volunteer
  • Events

This website uses cookies.

We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.

Accept