BOARD OF DIRECTORS
TIFFANY
MCGEE
President, CEO and Founder
Tiffany founded Survivor Ventures in 2018 and has been involved in Counter Human Trafficking initiatives for over a decade. As a Department of Defense Intelligence Analyst, Tiffany served on anti-trafficking task forces in Embassies throughout Africa and Europe. More recently, Tiffany helped stand up the Hampton Roads Human Trafficking Task Force, in which she was responsible for the design and supervision of human trafficking victim services to include screening, intake, safe house operations and trauma-informed service delivery of mental health counseling, case management, victim advocacy and vocational training.
Tiffany has a M.A. in Peace Negotiation and Conflict Resolution from the American Military University, a post-graduate degree in Gender and Transformation from the University of Cape Town's African Gender Institute and a B.A. from Ohio University in African Affairs.
KELLY VANDERKAM
Secretary
Kelly (Fischer) Vanderkam joined Survivor Ventures as a founding member in 2018. A graphic designer, senior producer and project manager by trade, Kelly brings 10+ years of professional experience with her and is focused on helping develop the marketing and promotional strategy with experience and integrity.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies and Graphic Design from Longwood University and is a proud military brat but has called Virginia home for the past 10 years.
JAMES
HINTON, JR.
Director
Celebrating over 40 years of extensive experience in banking, James is Vice President and Community Development Officer for Dollar Bank’s Virginia market, helping develop community relationships and partnerships with non-profit and charitable organizations in the Hampton Roads area.
James currently serves on the Board of the Community Reinvestment Coalition of Virginia (CRCVA); Board of Directors - Volunteer Hampton Roads, Board Steering Committee - Bank On Hampton Roads Financial Literacy. James is also a “coach” for Bank On Hampton Roads, coaching and counseling multiple individuals about budgeting, savings, and meeting their financial goals. James also serves on the Hampton Roads Workforce Council’s Business and Workforce Service Committee.
BRANDON
HAROLD
Vice President
Working at Cox Communications over the past eleven years, Brandon enjoys being a part of keeping our communities connected. In addition, previously serving in the U.S. Merchant Marines, he gained experience on the affects of human trafficking on the global community.
FRANK
MCGEE
Treasurer
Frank is a Managing Director at Credit Suisse based in Raleigh, NC and serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the Global Equity Capital Markets group. Frank also heads the Investment Banking and Capital Markets group in Raleigh.
He graduated from Babson College in 2000, joined Credit Suisse in 2004 and is a founding member of Survivor Ventures.
KIMBERLYN
P. BARR
Director
Kimberlyn P. Barr has a Master of Business Administration degree and brings over 9 years' of work experience providing care and supports to victims of sexual assault in the public sector as well as government.
She has been employed with non-profit agencies in South Carolina, Sasebo, Japan, and Norfolk, VA providing care and support for victims of Sexual Assault.
CARLA
HOLMES
Director
Carla is a graduate of Norfolk State University with a Bachelors in Business Administration and a Masters of Arts in Urban Affairs. Her financial career spans over 30 years to include retail and mortgage lending as well as Community Development.
While serving as a Homeownership Counselor for Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority and Habitat for Humanity, a passion was ignited for moving families from Public Housing to Homeownership through training and financial coaching. Currently serves as a Community Manager for The Percolator Co Working Space in Norfolk Va. and a community link between the community and a range of local partners.
MICHELLE
ELLIS YOUNG
Director
Michelle Ellis Young is the newly selected Executive Director of the American Red Cross – Coastal Virginia where she ensures visibility, accountability and responsibility for the organization’s mission.
Equipped with years of experience in higher education, community engagement, retail and HR, she brings a unique and well-balanced perspective to her role. Described as a connector of people and resources, Michelle is passionate about service and the development of people and helping them to actualize their passion and purpose.
A proud native of New Orleans, LA, Michelle is an alumnus of U. of Houston, Hampton University and West Virginia University.