Meet Lizzie Horner, RAR’s Chief of Staff

12.21.2023 News

Where are you from originally? Where are you currently located?
I am originally from Lafayette, LA and I currently live in Denver, Colorado.

Let us know a fun fact about you?
I was in Tiger Band at Louisiana State University!

What do you do for fun? What are some of your hobbies?
Tennis, running, skiing, and cooking!

Best part about working for RAR?
The team, and the careful curation of our inclusive and diverse books which are so important to kiddos across the country.

What is something you are most proud of?
Being a really good aunt to my niece and nephew and bonus aunt for my friend’s kiddos. And being a really great dog mom to my 2 perfect seniors and 1 insane poodle pup.

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