Our Ambassadors
Sean Brownlee
Sean is a U.S. Marine with over 24 years of service in the Special Operations community. His service spans across globe and he has served in Cuba, Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan and throughout the Middle East and Africa. He is also the owner of Ravenox, a leading manufacturer, direct-to-consumer retailer of textile products. These products include a variety of dog leashes, originally created for Ravenox’s mascot Blitzen, which are suitable for just about every dog. Sean has closely collaborated with Mary and the team at Operation Freedom Paws to help develop the ideal leashes for their human-canine service teams. A percentage of the proceeds from the sale of all dog leashes goes directly to Operation Freedom Paws. Collaborating and advocating for Operation Freedom Paws and their service teams allows Sean to fulfill his goals of helping veterans and first responders in need.
Scott Montoya
Scott Montoya is a Marine veteran. Scott served in the war in Iraq, Operation Noble Eagle, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He earned the Navy Cross during the invasion of Iraq in 2003. Scott served for ten years in the United States Marine Corps on active duty and in the reserves, then retired after 20 years in law enforcement as a deputy sheriff. Scott graduated with degrees in criminal justice, behavioral science, and business management. He is the President of the 1st Marine Division Association – Orange County, California Chapter, president and Founder of “Faithful Service for Veterans”, and an AKC approved CGC Evaluator.
In addition to these accomplishments, Scott has completed a lengthy service dog handler’s course at Operation Freedom Paws. He calls his “Canine Battle Buddy”, Schatzi, “the world’s greatest” German Shepherd. Now, Scott is giving back to the veteran community and the service dog industry as an advocate and ambassador for Operation Freedom Paws.
Ambassador Features
Operation Freedom Paws and Ravenox
Teaming Up To Save Heroes At Both Ends Of The Leash We're proud to announce a new collaboration spearheaded by OFP Ambassador and the CEO of Ravenox, Sean Brownlee, and our Founder and Executive Director, Mary Cortani. Sharing a commitment to their fellow veterans,...
Welcome Sean Brownlee, Honorary Ambassador of Operation Freedom Paws
Master Gunnery Sergeant and Future Operations Chief for the U.S. Marine Corps, Sean Brownlee, has shown steadfast advocacy for Operation Freedom Paws (OFP) and our mission. Sean is a highly respected member of both the military and civilian communities. In addition to...