Jonelle Mason

She is a dedicated animal care and wildlife management professional with over seven years of experience in zoological and animal care settings, currently serving as Animal Care Manager at the Sacramento Zoo, where she oversees animal care and welfare. Prior to this role, she served as Ambassador Animal & Avian Supervisor at the Sacramento Zoo, as Primate Trainer at the University of California, and as Wellness Center Supervisor at PetIQ. Her career includes serving as Senior Animal Trainer at Turtle Bay Exploration Park and as Animal Keeper at Safari West. She holds a Master's degree in Animal Science and Behavior from Unity Environmental University. She is recognized as a passionate, knowledgeable, and compassionate animal care leader who is deeply committed to animal welfare, conservation, and education.