Board of Directors
Board Chair
Vacant
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Wendy Digiorno, Founder/President
Founded AAE in 2009. Ms. Digiorno provides the overall direction of AAE and its growth while also working in the environmental consulting industry. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Toxicology from the University of California, Davis, California, in 1988, and she has worked in the environmental consulting industry for over 25 years. A growing interest in real estate, contaminated properties, and the integration with environmental consulting prompted her to pursue a law degree. She completed her Juris Doctorate degree from Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco in 2005, with a Certificate of Specialization with Distinction in Real Estate Law. She has over 35 years professional experience, with success in small business planning, start-up, development, operations and expansion. Ms. Digiorno’s business success began as an office manager in a family business. Concurrently, her passion for playing competitive and semi-professional soccer translated to coaching youth soccer at the competitive, Olympic Development, and collegiate levels. Ms. Digiorno grew up with horses, mostly riding Arabians and Welsh Ponies. She takes great pride in AAE’s outstanding adoption rate (an overall average nearly 85 percent), the ability to function successfully without over-extending resources, and the development of programs beneficial to both animals and humans.
Founded AAE in 2009. Ms. Digiorno provides the overall direction of AAE and its growth while also working in the environmental consulting industry. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Toxicology from the University of California, Davis, California, in 1988, and she has worked in the environmental consulting industry for over 25 years. A growing interest in real estate, contaminated properties, and the integration with environmental consulting prompted her to pursue a law degree. She completed her Juris Doctorate degree from Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco in 2005, with a Certificate of Specialization with Distinction in Real Estate Law. She has over 35 years professional experience, with success in small business planning, start-up, development, operations and expansion. Ms. Digiorno’s business success began as an office manager in a family business. Concurrently, her passion for playing competitive and semi-professional soccer translated to coaching youth soccer at the competitive, Olympic Development, and collegiate levels. Ms. Digiorno grew up with horses, mostly riding Arabians and Welsh Ponies. She takes great pride in AAE’s outstanding adoption rate (an overall average nearly 85 percent), the ability to function successfully without over-extending resources, and the development of programs beneficial to both animals and humans.
Vice President
Vacant
Vacant
Joani Lamica, Treasurer
Joani Lamica serves as Treasurer for AAE bringing over 25 years of experience in the banking industry, including 10 years as a bank manager.
Joani Lamica began volunteering with AAE in January 2021, learning and enjoying the day-to-day care of the horses. In addition, Joani worked as Finance Manager and Production Coordinator for a nonprofit ballet company, where she supported both financial operations and production planning. This combined experience provides a strong foundation in financial oversight, organization, and nonprofit operations. In her role as Treasurer, Joani supports the Executive Director with budgeting, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring transparent and responsible financial reporting to the board. Her extensive background in banking and nonprofit finance helps strengthen internal controls and supports the organization’s long-term financial stability. Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Joani enjoys spending time outdoors in
the garden and with family and friends in El Dorado Hills. She is a parent of two children and a proud grandparent of three granddaughters.
Joani Lamica serves as Treasurer for AAE bringing over 25 years of experience in the banking industry, including 10 years as a bank manager.
Joani Lamica began volunteering with AAE in January 2021, learning and enjoying the day-to-day care of the horses. In addition, Joani worked as Finance Manager and Production Coordinator for a nonprofit ballet company, where she supported both financial operations and production planning. This combined experience provides a strong foundation in financial oversight, organization, and nonprofit operations. In her role as Treasurer, Joani supports the Executive Director with budgeting, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring transparent and responsible financial reporting to the board. Her extensive background in banking and nonprofit finance helps strengthen internal controls and supports the organization’s long-term financial stability. Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Joani enjoys spending time outdoors in
the garden and with family and friends in El Dorado Hills. She is a parent of two children and a proud grandparent of three granddaughters.
Sharon Greene, Board Secretary
Sharon Greene has been a member of AAE's Board of Directors since August 2025. She began volunteering with All About Equine in September 2014. After her children grew up, Sharon found herself with extra time and discovered AAE as a Saturday morning sanctuary after a busy week teaching elementary school. Sharon's first experience with horses came in high school when her dad bought her a Quarter Horse to ride and show, sparking a lifelong love for these amazing animals. Over the years, Sharon became a dedicated volunteer and eventually took on the role of Shift Lead for the Saturday afternoon crew. After retiring from teaching in 2021, she began devoting even more time to AAE. She now leads the Monday and Wednesday morning shifts, contributes to the Community and Donor Relations Team, provides tours to guests, and plays an active role in organizing the Boots & Bling silent auction. Sharon currently lives in Davis with her husband, Tim, and their three Labrador Retrievers.
Sharon Greene has been a member of AAE's Board of Directors since August 2025. She began volunteering with All About Equine in September 2014. After her children grew up, Sharon found herself with extra time and discovered AAE as a Saturday morning sanctuary after a busy week teaching elementary school. Sharon's first experience with horses came in high school when her dad bought her a Quarter Horse to ride and show, sparking a lifelong love for these amazing animals. Over the years, Sharon became a dedicated volunteer and eventually took on the role of Shift Lead for the Saturday afternoon crew. After retiring from teaching in 2021, she began devoting even more time to AAE. She now leads the Monday and Wednesday morning shifts, contributes to the Community and Donor Relations Team, provides tours to guests, and plays an active role in organizing the Boots & Bling silent auction. Sharon currently lives in Davis with her husband, Tim, and their three Labrador Retrievers.
Don Vilfer, Director
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