Myrtle Beach Team

Gerry and John Owner

Gerry had previously worked in the pharmaceutical research field for many years, having most recently worked as a consultant at Ethicon Biosurgery (a Johnson & Johnson company). For over 30 years, John worked at National Starch & Chemical Company (now called Ingredion), mostly recently in the role of Vice President of Research and Development. With a burning desire to leave New Jersey and begin our life in Myrtle Beach, John retired from his position, and Gerry left Ethicon and they began their journey with Camp Bow Wow. Having traveled extensively for work, they both understood the importance of a safe and fun place to leave their furry family members. After utilizing the services of Camp Bow Wow Bridgewater for many years, they decided to pursue their dream of working with dogs (and for themselves). It has been a wild ride, and they would not trade this experience for anything in the world! Meeting so many wonderful pups and their parents has been more enjoyable than they could have ever imagined!

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: It is a tie between seeing the dogs pull their parents through the door because they can't wait to play, and the wonderful pet parents that we have met in the Grand Strand area!

Our dogs: Daisy (Australian Cattle Dog) and Jake (Pitbull Mix).

Christa General Manager

When did you start? October 25, 2018

Where are you from? I am from Charlotte, NC where I attended UNCC for my BS in Health
Fitness. I have lived in the low country for 15 years & have called Myrtle Beach home since
2018.

What are your hobbies? I practice daily yoga & love true crime. I love spending time with my
family which includes my husband of 25 years, our adult daughter & her many furry brothers &
sisters.

Pets? I have 5 small senior pups. I have 2 teacup chihuahuas Lillian & Chief, a rat terrier
Brianna, a toy fox terrier Butterscotch & a doxie-poo named Ruffles. I also have an American
Snowshoe named Botato!

What is your favorite thing about working at Camp? Literally everything. I perhaps have one of
the best jobs out there & am grateful to have found this wonderful company with wonderful
owners. I am truly lucky for the opportunity to meet so many Campers & their paw-rents, & to
be invited into their lives. I want Camp to be an extension of our clients’ “village” with the goal
being to work in tandem to enrich the lives of the puppers in our care. I am ALWAYS excited to
go to work!

Arianna Supervisor

When did you start working at Camp Bow Wow? July 2021

Do you have pets? Yes, I have two paw-some pups, a beagle mix named Lacey & a Doxiepoo named Luna. Leo is an American Fox Hound Mix.

Do you have any hobbies? I really love doing my own nails!

What is your favorite thing about working at Camp? I am current;y a senior at Coastal Carolina University studying management so my favorite thing is being able to see all the pups while learning a bunch of life skills surrounded by good people.

Ashley Supervisor

Where are you from: I am from New York Hobbies: I love to paint Do you have any pets? I have two dogs; Bailey & now Bandit. They are both rescues. I also have a hamster named Biscuit. What is your favorite thing about working at Camp? The pups definitely! But also the endless possibilities to grow w/in the company.

Bri Back of House Supervisor

Name: Bri

Position: Back of the House Supervisor

When did you start? Dec 2021

Where are you from? I am from Springfield, MA & moved to SC when I was 13

Do you have any pets? I have two dogs, Oni & Dulce & a bearded dragon named Arvo. I plan toget a cat & another dog VERY soon!

Hobbies? I enjoy playing video games, hanging w/friends, singing, painting & plants.

What is your favorite thing about working at Camp Bow Wow? My favorite thing is getting to
learn the dog’s personalities, watching them grow, & the opportunities to expand my career &
knowledge w/the company.