Marlan Ramell Roberts, pet outreach director at Spay & Neuter Kansas City, answers The Pitch questionnaire
Name: Marlan Ramell Roberts
Occupation: Pet outreach director, Spay & Neuter Kansas City
Hometown: Kansas City, Missouri
Current neighborhood: Downtown, City Market area
What I do: I work with pet owners in underserved communities to provide vital resources for their pets and promote responsible pet ownership.
What’s your addiction? Traveling
What’s your game? Baseball
What’s your drink? Lemonade
Where’s dinner? Tomfooleries
What’s on your KC postcard? Greetings from Kansas City, Missouri, the city of unpredictable weather.
Finish this sentence: “Kansas City got it right when …” The Royals went to the World Series last year.
“Kansas City screwed up when …” They decided to put BSL [breed-specific legislation] into place.
“Kansas City needs …” A new animal shelter! Like, yesterday.
“In five years, I’ll be …” A professional in the animal-welfare field, a homeowner, a father to two adopted children, and living life in Florida.
“I always laugh at …” My grandma. She is so funny and always keeps me smiling.
“I’ve been known to binge-watch …” Beyoncé videos.
“I can’t stop listening to …” Beyoncé and Nicki Minaj.
“I just read …” Hmm. I don’t read much in my free time.
The best advice I ever got: Shoot for the stars. What’s the worst that can happen? You miss, but you can try again.
My sidekick: Dexter and my grandma Marilyn.
My brush with fame: I went to a Nicki Minaj concert in Detroit. She signed my shirt and took a picture with me.
My 140-character soapbox: I am so thankful for my mother’s love and guidance. You are such an amazing person, and I am forever grateful for you. Love, your son, Marlan.
What was the last thing you had to apologize for? Knocking a plate of food on a lady.
My recent triumph: The man I have become. I have such an amazing support system, from my significant other to my boss/co-workers to my family and friends. Without them, I probably would not be where I am today. Thank you! XOXO
