ADVISORY BOARD
Overview
A Farm for Annie (AFFA) is finalizing the process as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization purposed with inspiring mutual hope and a purpose filled life. By offering a sanctuary and a place of retirement for unwanted career horses, labeled by society as throw-away horses, we've engaged these kindred spirits to join us in partnership to provide experiential learning programs designed to inspire hope, self-confidence, and belonging for children faced with adversity. It is our commitment to educate the public about responsible stewardship, the importance of connection, and the role that we all can play in reducing emotional and physical suffering in the lives of humans and animals alike.
—Catherine Persun
Founder & Chief Farm Advocate
Conner Daily
Conner Daily began his career in the Albuquerque, NM police department in 1973. He retired after 42 years as an officer, moved to Port Townsend and began walking a beat downtown. Twenty-one years after that he retired for a second time as the Port Townsend Chief of Police.
While in New Mexico, Conner’s wife spent 30 years involved with wildlife rehabilitation. Conner grew to enjoy helping her rehabilitate injured wildlife as well as helping to educate the public about all the varieties of wildlife in the world, domestic and wild, that may need our aid to live vibrant lives. As a retiree, Conner spends much more time helping with protecting and saving local wildlife, and is now a part of the A Farm For Annie team of specialists.
Phillip Henry
Phillip Henry was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, and has spent much of his life enjoying and appreciating the outdoors. After a stint in the Army and a tour in Vietnam, Phillip attended Western Washington University, receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences. In 1977, he began his career with the Washington Department of Game (currently the Department of Fish and Wildlife), performing research on ruffed grouse, band-tailed pigions, snow geese, and trumpeter swans. After a few years, his work evolved to creel sampling and fish culture of a variety of trout species.
In 1985, Phillip was promoted to the Enforcement Program and spent 26 years protecting the natural resources of the state. In addition, one of his primary roles was as a Problem Wildlife Specialist for the entire Olympic Peninsula, which included major human/wildlife conflicts with elk, deer, bear, cougar, etc.—a constantly challengine role as arbiter of balancing the wants of the landowner with the needs of the wildlife.
As a retiree, Phillip continues his passion for addressing the welfare of all animals, and addressing their needs in a humane and realistic manner. He is an avid supporter of A Farm For Annie.
Terry Persun
Terry Persun was born and raised in the country, with five horses, three dogs, and a lot of feral cats. After going through all the usual 4-H classes, he joined the U.S. Air Force for six years. During that time he began college and ended up with a Bachelor's of Science and then an MA in Creative Writing. He has always been an animal lover. For A Farm For Annie, Terry produces marketing materials, helps with trade show setups, and cares for the website.
Terry also helps small and mid-size companies create growth-oriented strategies that include advertising, content creation, social media, video production, and much more. Many companies have benefited from Terry's ability to create actionable strategies that meet and surpass corporate and sales goals.
Terry is also an accomplished creative writer and has won seven awards for his novels. He also writes nonfiction, short stories, and poetry. He has published over thirty books.