Our Team
Survivor Leaders and Lived Experience Experts
Survivor Ventures is proud to be fully led and run by Survivors.
Jennifer Holmes
Chief Executive Officer
DE Housing Program Director
Jenny's passion for her mission is evident in her commitment to combating human and labor trafficking. Her exploitation, which began in her formative years and led to a promising turning point in her adulthood, has been marked by resilience and determination. Despite facing numerous challenges, including homelessness, incarceration, and barriers to employment, Jenny's passion has only grown stronger. She is now the Chief Information Officer and Housing Program Director of the Delaware Chapter, where she uses her empathetic spirit and personal experiences to guide survivors toward realizing their true potential and preventing revictimization.
Jenny has engaged with and successfully completed over 23 programs, obtaining certificates from each one along her path to freedom. She has not only found freedom but also love and support within her marriage. Her achievements continue to grow through her success as the Founder and CEO of Spirit of Life LLC, as well as successfully building her dream home alongside her husband from the ground up. Jenny and her husband's hearts are worldwide, and one of their biggest projects is the development of a water company to provide accessibility for low-income families in Guatemala. With Survivor Ventures, Jenny has found a permanent off-ramp where she can achieve her dream: breaking the cycle of generational trafficking within her own family and others.
As a wife and mother to two children and three grandchildren, Jenny spends much of her time mending the bond that was taken from her and her children during her victimization. She is working on her memoir/self-help questionnaire book and dedicates time to herself through holistic forms of therapy such as grounding, meditation, and emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
To help Jenny and all survivors break these systematic barriers, you can find more information on their latest news page.
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Olivia Reposa
Chief Financial Officer
Housing Program Director
O'livia Reposa, founder and CEO of the Surviving Change Foundation, is a trailblazer in advocacy, entrepreneurship, and empowerment. As a human trafficking survivor turned advocate, Olivia channels her lived experience of over a decade into creating lasting change for survivors and communities. Her nonprofit organization is dedicated to bridging the gap between law enforcement and human trafficking survivors, offering vital support and expert guidance to both survivors and authorities. A pioneer in Virginia, Olivia made history as the first trafficking survivor in the state of Virginia to achieve vacatur, setting a precedent for others seeking justice and rehabilitation. She also provides specialized services to participants of Survivor Ventures, ensuring eligible survivors receive the guidance they need to navigate complex legal and recovery processes.
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In addition to her role at Surviving Change Foundation, Olivia serves as a housing program director, where she passionately works to dismantle barriers to safe and stable housing for survivors. Her efforts empower individuals to rebuild their lives with dignity and security. Olivia's journey is a testament to her resilience and ability to overcome systemic challenges and personal adversities, including multiple arrests linked to her victimization.
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Beyond her professional achievements, Olivia is a proud mother of three. She finds solace and joy in simple pleasures, like reading and spending time by the ocean, where she draws inspiration and recharges her spirit. Through her unwavering commitment and multifaceted roles, Olivia embodies strength, hope, and the power of transformation.
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Melissa French
Chief People Officer
Survivor to Entrepreneur Director
Melissa's resilience and determination have driven her to become a leading voice in the fight against human trafficking. Drawing from her own experiences, she advocates tirelessly for victims' rights to raise awareness about this pressing issue.
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In addition to her advocacy work, Melissa is a passionate entrepreneur. Since January 2011, she has been the owner and operator of her own business, which includes a commercial and residential cleaning service as well as an e-commerce platform for vintage, antique, and fine jewelry. Her entrepreneurial ventures demonstrate a keen understanding of strategic growth, operational management, and marketing.
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Melissa's diverse interests and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact in the world make her a truly remarkable individual, dedicated to both personal growth and societal change. She has a deep love for traveling and the outdoors. She finds solace in activities such as camping, hiking, boating, and photography, allowing her to connect with nature and explore new landscapes. Melissa's adventurous spirit extends to her interests in herbalism, art, and horticulture, where she finds inspiration and creativity in the natural world.
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Quintina Sonnie
Chief Operation Officer
Holistic Care Director
Quintina is a Lived Experience Expert in human trafficking who embodies the essence of leadership through walking alongside fellow survivors. She deeply believes in the power of choice and the strength it provides to reclaim one’s life. Quintina uses her lived experience and leadership in the anti-trafficking movement to empower survivors to recognize their own agency, break free from exploitation, and choose themselves. As a guide and advocate, she offers unwavering support to assist others see their potential and embrace the power to transform their lives.
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Quintina serves as the Holistic Care Director, where she integrates her expertise to address the multidimensional needs of survivors. In addition, she is a spiritual guide and somatic healer, running her own practice as a using body based techniques backed by science. With a deep passion for neuroscience, quantum physics, and somatic healing, Quintina combines these disciplines to create transformative spaces for her clients. Her work helps individuals break through emotional barriers, cultivate self-awareness, and make conscious choices to lead more fulfilling lives.
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When she's not empowering others, Quintina nurtures her own soul through activities that bring her joy and peace. She loves collecting crystals, singing, listening to music and podcasts, and spending time barefoot in nature. Whether she’s enjoying an herbal drink or tincture, roaming among the trees, or wading in the ocean, Quintina finds her grounding and inspiration in the natural world. Her journey as a survivor, leader, and healer is a testament to the beauty of resilience, connection, and transformation.
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