Professor Angell has been a lifelong horsewoman. She began her equine career at age 12, owning her own horses and participating in multiple equine disciplines including long-distance trail riding, carriage driving, and dressage. She operated a boarding facility and has been involved with many competitive equine events. More recently, Professor Angell has worked as a riding assistant for adults with special needs.

After completing her MBA at Harvard University, Professor Angell served as an Adjunct Professor, teaching both graduate and undergraduate business marketing at several universities in the Northeast, including the University of Massachusetts, Western New England University, Middlesex Community College and Regis College. Her longtime goal has been to combine her love of animals with her business skills to teach and mentor students.