MSPCA-Angell President and CEO Announces Retirement Plans

Transition Planned for 2027

BOSTON, July 1, 2026 – MSPCA-Angell President and CEO Neal Litvack and the Board of Directors announced today that he will retire upon the appointment of a successor. A nationwide search for a new president and CEO is underway with the transition planned for 2027. Litvack has served in the role since 2020.

“Serving as CEO of the MSPCA-Angell is the honor of a lifetime and the perfect sunset to my career,” said Litvack. “Our mission of providing state-of-the-art veterinary medicine and animal welfare services has set the standard for holistic animal care. I look forward to moving the organization full speed ahead in the coming months and ensuring a smooth transition for our next CEO.”

“Neal has provided outstanding leadership to the MSPCA-Angell, guiding the organization through the challenges of the pandemic and into a future that will benefit animals for years to come,” said MSPCA-Angell Board Chair, Christina Larson. “With the ever-increasing demand for animal care, Neal has met the moment through the expansion of our veterinary services and animal welfare. We’ll be forever grateful for his service to the organization and look forward to many more achievements prior to his retirement.”

During Litvack’s tenure, the MSPCA-Angell expanded its services through a new critical care unit and state-of-the-art in-house laboratory at the Boston hospital. Later this year, the hospital will begin construction on a full-service veterinary campus in Waltham, Massachusetts, transforming the landscape of animal care in the MetroWest region. Along with the main campus in Boston, the new MSPCA-Angell West will also increase training for the next generation of veterinarians, providing educational experiences unavailable at smaller practices. Litvack will remain an advisor to the project through its completion, providing continuity for a new CEO and throughout the leadership transition.

Animal welfare programs have also grown significantly under Litvack’s tenure. The placement of homeless animals has increased from 2,500 to 12,000 annually, including bringing in and placing homeless animals from out of state. The pet care assistance budget has tripled, providing financial subsidies to pet owners needing assistance for veterinary care.

Community outreach centers have increased from three to nine and the MSPCA-Angell has played a vital role in rescuing animals from disaster response situations, such as the floods in North Carolina and wildfires in California. The MSPCA-Angell has also expanded its influence and best practices by mentoring shelters in South Carolina. In addition, philanthropy has increased from $12 to $20 million annually by expanding major gifts and building out digital fundraising channels.

“I’m proud to have been part of the organization’s meaningful work over the past six years and am excited to see all that it accomplishes in the years ahead.”

About the MSPCA-Angell

The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – Angell Animal Medical Center (MSPCA-Angell) is a national leader in animal welfare and veterinary medicine, with world-class hospitals, adoption centers, and community clinics, as well as community outreach, national animal transport, humane education, and disaster relief programs, plus law enforcement and advocacy divisions that better animal lives through law and legislation. Founded in 1868, the MSPCA-Angell is the second oldest humane society in the United States and positively impacts the lives of tens of thousands of animals each year. As a private, non-profit organization, the MSPCA-Angell does not receive any government funding, nor is it funded or operated by any national humane organization, instead relying solely on the support and contributions from individuals who care about animals. Please visit mspca.org or follow on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, Bluesky, and LinkedIn for more information.