Our Founder and CEO, Katie Shepherd, is recognized as one of the top lice experts in the world. With fourteen years of hands on experience, she oversees the countries only nonprofit organization for the research, education, and treatment of head lice. Her dedication to this worthwhile cause has helped to ensure lice  treatment services for all children, regardless of their families ability to pay.

    Now through the Shepherd Institute, she shares her expertise with those seeking a career in lice removal by way of ongoing training and certification programs. Ms. Shepherd works closely with several universities, and schools ensuring the most current and up-to-date lice information available. Information that she gladly shares with others passionate in the fight against head lice.