Leadership
Leadership
A TEAM THAT CARES
Dan Rubenstein
FOUNDER & CEO
I have over two decades of pet industry experience. Throughout my career I have always been committed to providing the best service to our members – both two-legged and four-legged. I have a background in finance & technology and worked for Accenture Consulting before starting my first pet business. My promise to each and every pet parent that comes into contact with PUPS is that I dedicate everyday to upholding the values we feel are most sacred in our business – professionalism, honesty, respect, empathy, and trust. If you ever feel that you are not experiencing these values for yourself or your dog at PUPS, I want you to contact me. My promise to you is that I will never take the trust you put in us to care for your pup for granted!
Mike Mittermann
Director of Sales & Operations
I have been in the pet services industry since 2018. I managed two large dog daycare facilities in Nashville, TN for three years. For the 15 years prior to entering the pet industry I served in various mangerial roles around the world for Fortune 500 companies. My love of dogs and our great city of Chicago combined with my expertise as a manager have perfectly collided in my role with PUPS. It is my mission to have our team and facilities prepared to serve the needs of your family as we do mine. I have two pups whom I love dearly named Turner and Bobby. We are all excited to be back home in Chicago where my daughter, sisters, lifelong friends all reside. I always tell my friends and family to “do what you love for work and you’ll never work a day in your life.” This couldn’t be any more true for me.
Danya Proud
Director of Marketing & Communications
No matter the role or title, I have always tried to align myself with businesses, brands, and individuals that allow me to combine what I am good at, with what I am passionate about. I have more than two decades of experience working for some of the largest marketing agencies and Fortune 100 brands, but the pandemic helped me realize I needed a change. It was a good time in both my professional and personal life to take a new path, matching my passion with a purpose. I’m thrilled to be a part of the PUPS team, leading marketing efforts to make sure you are informed and receive expert support and guidance from our company. I am committed to helping your family get the most out of your PUPS Pet Club experience.
