Meet Our Board
Cuba Flowers, President
Cuba Flowers stepped into the role of Board President for West Sound PAWS in December 2025, succeeding Becca Hanson just as the organization celebrated its landmark 50th anniversary. A familiar face at PAWS since 2019, Cuba’s dedication is rooted in a lifelong belief in the special bond between animals and the people who love them. He is deeply committed to ensuring West Sound PAWS remains a vital safety net for Kitsap County families, focusing on the compassionate programs that keep pets in their homes and hearts. For Cuba, leading the board is about more than governance; it’s about honoring the organization’s half-century of service while ensuring it remains a vibrant, community-focused resource for decades to come.
Wayne Webster, Vice President
Dr. Wayne Webster is a retired veterinarian. His qualifications include BS University of Washington 1975, Major in Fisheries; BA University of Washington 1976, Zoology; and DVM Washington State University 1980.
Wayne has practiced small animal medicine in Seattle, Bremerton and Purdy, Washington. He is married with two adult children, and enjoys skiing, boating and traveling.
Susan Braun, Secretary
Prior to her retirement, Susan Braun was Manager of Research Services and Electronic Resources for The Aerospace Corporation, a federally funded research and development corporation supporting national security space programs for the U.S. Government. Her areas of expertise included program planning, website management, research support for engineering and aerospace sciences, instruction in methods of online research, and collection development of print and electronic resources. She also served in leadership positions for Special Libraries Association. Her board expertise has focused on program planning, fund raising, and communications. She is a passionate advocate for the mission of PAWS and a longtime contributor to its wellbeing.
In addition to serving PAWS, Susan is a volunteer for Fieldstone Assisted Living and the Bainbridge Public Library. She also facilitates three monthly book groups. She is a regular contributor of book reviews for Library Journal.
Susan lives on Bainbridge Island with her three rescue cats; all are PAWS adoptees.
Andrea McGuire, Treasurer
Andrea is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with extensive experience in public accounting, primarily serving not-for-profit organizations. She currently is a Director in Finance Services at Casey Family Programs, which is a national operating foundation serving youth and families. Beyond the numbers, she spends time volunteering with her therapy dog, Ginny, through Project Canine at the King County Juvenile Detention Center, fostering connections and providing comfort accomplished through human and animal relationships to youth in crisis.
Outside the world of finance, she shares her life with husband, Tim, and their furry companions—a delightful mix of two cats, Moe and Larry, and their golden retriever, Ginny. The trio brings both chaos and joy, adding a wonderful blend of warmth, companionship, adventure, and playfulness to their lives.
Becca Hanson, Member
Becca Hanson is Immediate Past-President of West Sound PAWS and is delighted to continue supporting Cuba and the incredible Board, Volunteers and Staff in caring for one another, as well as the animals and the Kitsap community who sit at the core of our mission.
Becca’s background lies in the design and integration of animal welfare priorities for zoos and animal rehabilitation facilities worldwide. With two grown sons, her own household has been populated, at one time or another and simultaneously by up to four cats and three dogs, innumerable Gerbils and several reptiles as everyone came to understand their responsibilities of care for these animals. Equally, her work in Australia and New Zealand have given her a profound understanding of the fatal dynamics between feral cat populations and native bird species, and the need for education and advocacy to care for all the animals that live amongst us.
Emily Agerton, Member
Emily Agerton is a marketing and brand strategy executive with more than 20 years of experience leading integrated campaigns, product initiatives, and growth strategies for regional and national organizations. Her career has been shaped by thoughtful execution, data-driven decision-making, and a deep respect for the role storytelling plays in building trust and connection.
She is known for fostering strong, collaborative teams and translating complex ideas into clear, human-centered experiences. Emily approaches her work through a servant leadership lens, prioritizing empathy, accountability, and the success of the people and communities she serves.
Emily brings this same leadership philosophy to her service on the West Sound PAWS board. As a Bainbridge Island resident and lifelong animal lover, she is passionate about advancing PAWS’ mission through advocacy, community engagement, and strategic storytelling. She believes that leadership is most meaningful when it amplifies others, protects the vulnerable, and inspires collective action.
Emily is honored to contribute her skills, voice, and heart to help West Sound PAWS continue creating safe, loving outcomes for animals and the people who care for them.