WOMEN OF NOTE
Women of Note honors women who are making a difference in our communities.
Submit your Women of Note nomination to erice@bdtonline.com.
MICHELLE COLE
Hometown: Bluefield, W.Va.
Job Title: West Virginia Third Congressional District Leader for the Humane Society of
the United States
What is the most fulfilling aspect of your career? I am most rewarded when I am
able to gain the trust of a fearful dog who may never have experienced the kindness all
animals deserve. There is a moment of revelation that you can see in their eyes that they
know they can trust you and they begin to relax and show you this beautiful personality
that has been tucked away. That is what motivates me to advocate for animals and work
to influence legislation to benefit animals in West Virginia.
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