Annie Rodriguez is a servant leader who joins GenerateHope after a lengthy career working at the Neighborhood House Association (NHA) in San Diego. While at NHA she worked her way up from Case Manager to Vice President of Early Childhood Development. Annie has over 25 years of experience working in non-profit organizations and 17 years of experience working in positions of leadership. She received a Master of Social Work in 2005 and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology in 2001 from San Diego State University. Early in her career she had the opportunity to serve as a therapist for foster youth who have been sexually exploited. Joining the GenerateHope Team was an answered prayer for Annie, who knew that God had a plan to use her to work with human trafficking survivors. Annie is a native San Diegan who is deeply invested in the community and demonstrates this through her passion for leading quality programs. She lives in Carlsbad with her family. They are long time members of Calvary Chapel Carlsbad (now Steadfast Church), where Annie has been serving in the Children’s Ministry for over 13 years.

Susan Munsey, LCSW founded GenerateHope in 2008 where she is the Director of Programs, developing innovative approaches for women and teens who have survived the trauma of sex trafficking. A survivor herself, she is passionate about walking alongside women in rehabilitation and educating our community about this issue. Susan is the chair of the The San Diego Regional Human Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children Advisory Council and co-chairs the HT/CSEC Service Provider subcommittee. Susan has a Masters degree in social work from Smith College in Massachusetts and is licensed in California as a clinical social worker. She has 25 years of clinical experience in the community, in hospital settings, and in private practice. She loves her beautiful daughter, growing grandsons and her sweet Basset Hound.

Rachel Leachman is an artist, passionate advocate for survivors of sex trafficking, and a former business owner. She started as an active volunteer for GenerateHope while running her business. Rachel actively taught jewelry classes, accompanied residents to equine therapy, and provided respite on weekends for our Resident Guides. After volunteering for a year, God put it on her heart, as well as the GenerateHope directors’ hearts, to help our organization expand to Colorado. She decided to close her business and pursue that calling to open a Recovery Program in Colorado. She is now the Director of Development and has lead the way towards our first out-of-state expansion. Rachel received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Miami University and ran her business for 6 years. She has volunteered her time as a WyldLife leader for middle school girls and Young Life leader for college-aged students. Rachel is from Wisconsin and moved from San Diego to Colorado at the end of 2020 with her husband to support the new Recovery Program in Colorado.

Jeff is husband to a beautiful wife of 21 years and the father of three precious children. He is a 22 year veteran of the US Navy. He has a passion for serving the most vulnerable among us and brings that passion to the rescue and restoration of women and children who have been trafficked. 

Jeff is leading our expansion efforts to develop full service campuses for children, 17 and under, to safely rebuild their lives and find hope for a better future.

Wheeler is a Kansas City native and San Diego transplant who joined the GenerateHope team in April 2018 as Case Manager. She then served as the Program Specialist, overseeing both the Recovery & Transition program and providing direct support to residents and staff. In 2022 she transitioned to serve survivors in a new capacity as the Philanthropic Relations Manager, working to build the sustainability of the organization and its programs. She has a degree in Family Studies and Human Services with a minor in Conflict Analysis and Trauma Studies from Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas, and is a Certified Human Trafficking Caseworker in the state of California. She began her time working with survivors in January 2017 when she served as an intern at a residential transitional program in Manhattan, Kansas. She is driven by the desire to develop, empower, and equip individuals to reach their full potential as children of God. When she's not working, you can find her cheering for the Royals & the Chiefs, working out, trying out the newest restaurant in town, and drinking coffee and playing cribbage with her husband Jake.

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Emily is passionate about creating spaces for people to encounter and be transformed by God's love. She enjoys writing, running, crafting, after dinner table lingering with community, and adventuring to new places. While attending Point Loma Nazarene University, she engaged in volunteering with GenerateHope, other anti-trafficking organizations, as well as working at a foster youth group home. Emily has been supporting and volunteering at GenerateHope since 2020 beginning with supporting in prayer and then helped the Colorado home in the development stages. She is honoured to join in on advocating for the fatherless and oppressed through helping establish places of refuge and healing for youth who have been trafficked and sexually exploited. 

Pamela is a native here in the vibrant city of San Diego. Since 2005, Pamela has owned and operated her own HR Consulting Firm. With a keen eye for solutions and a heart for uplifting others, she became a trusted advisor to numerous businesses, guiding them to build inclusive, supportive work environments. Through her life she has always had a calling on her heart and a passion for young women and helping guide them spiritually. For many years she was in High School Ministry at North Coast Calvary Chapel and beyond. Her specific journey with GenerateHope began with volunteering in 2016 as she spearheaded multiple annual fundraisers. Pamela's passion for supporting vulnerable women ignited into further commitment with GenerateHope where in 2017, she made a pivotal decision to join GenerateHope as the leader of the Human Resources Department. In this role, she not only provides essential HR services but also takes the lead in organizing impactful events that bring awareness to the plight of survivors. In Pamela's off time, her love for the ocean and mountain life become cherished moments spent with close friends, family and her pups, which all reflect her appreciation for life’s balance and the value of gratitude.  

Keelin Washington is a lived experience expert working to bring awareness and recovery to survivors of sex trafficking in the San Diego area. She is currently completing her Social Work and Psychology dual-degree program, while working at Point Loma Nazarene University as a Program Facilitator on multiple anti-human trafficking projects. Keelin also works as the Program Specialist at GenerateHope, overseeing both the Recovery and Transition programs and providing valuable insight and support to staff and residents. Keelin’s speaking engagements have included Shared Hope International, The Washington Times podcast, DebX/Amplified voices, among many more. She also develops training videos and curriculum for organizations desiring to work with survivors. Keelin has dedicated her life to this cause and loves bringing others on board.

Lee P. Seville is a United States Navy veteran who has devoted her life to serving others. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Business with an emphasis on Communications. She enjoyed a fulfilling healthcare career and has served the homeless, elderly, youth, and the City of San Diego through various charitable organizations and church ministry groups. While employed at Sharp Healthcare, Lee began a prayer ministry and bible study on campus and felt a call to full-time ministry. She responded, and God ultimately led her to GenerateHope. Lee believes that exploitation of any kind leaves people feeling powerless and with a loss of identity. Lee says she is here to partner with the Holy Spirit to encourage and empower others. Her passion is witnessing the goodness of God in all things, seeing lives redeemed, and coming alongside survivors as they walk into the fullness of who they are in Christ - because, after all, He says they are more than conquers - they are victorious!

Lee's interests include plants, nature photography, puzzles, and laughing. You can always find her enjoying a matcha latte and listening to podcasts. She loves creativity, hearing the thoughts and passions of others, and learning new things.

Taylor Johnson is a Southern California native with a passion for community. She graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a Bachelor of Social Work in 2019. She joined the GenerateHope in 2019 as a Recovery Program Resident Guide, and transitioned roles in 2021 as Case Manager. Prior, she served as a mental health intern at McKinley Children’s Center and as an instructor working alongside adults with intellectual disabilities at Link DTW Counseling groups. Ultimately, she cares deeply about watching the Lord work in the lives of women who are pursuing healing, restoration, and beautiful futures, and loves the opportunity to advocate for and empower women. Taylor is also concurrently pursuing a Master of Public Health degree at San Diego State University. In her free time, she enjoys running, reading, surfing, cooking, and exploring national parks.

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Nicole Brown started working with Generatehope in 2024. She is a dedicated Case Manager with over 20 years of experience in social services. Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Nicole has a deep commitment to serving vulnerable populations, including those transitioning out of incarceration and those facing mental health and addiction challenges. With both personal and professional experience in addressing sexual exploitation and addiction, she brings a compassionate and informed perspective to her work.

For over two decades, Nicole worked with a nonprofit in Portland, Oregon, where she made significant contributions to the community. In the mid-2000s, she earned her Addiction Counseling degree from Portland Community College. She expanded her expertise by becoming a Peer Support Specialist, teaching Rent Well, CBT, and DBT classes, and working extensively with the homeless population, including at an emergency shelter—a role she found especially rewarding. Her diverse experience also includes serving the elderly and individuals with autism, reflecting her broad commitment to supporting various communities.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Nicole draws strength from her spiritual beliefs and love of God, which guide her in her work and life. She enjoys exploring new hiking trails and cherishes time spent with her children and grandchildren, who keep her young at heart and full of joy. Married and deeply valuing family and service, Nicole plans to return to school to complete an AA degree with a focus on social services, continuing her lifelong dedication to helping others and making a positive impact in her community.

Hanna Lemme is a transplant to San Diego from Minneapolis, Minnesota. In 2013 she graduated with a BA in Social Work from Hope College, which led her to years of working as a Case Manager in recovery-focused supportive housing with chronically homeless single adults. In 2017, Hanna vacationed in San Diego and fell in love with the place; deciding she could "do anything for a year" she moved 6 months later, securing a job at Jewish Family Services. There she worked as a Resource Navigator in both the Safe Parking Program and Project SARAH program, providing support to individuals experiencing homelessness & domestic violence. Hanna went on to get her Masters in Social Work in 2020 at Boise State University, working as a Therapist in private practice, before discovering GenerateHope in 2023. She feels truly humbled to come alongside the women at GenerateHope, with a desire to be a place of belonging & safety, supporting survivors with tools for healing, seeing them empowered with dignity, and free to live a life of flourishing and thriving at GenerateHope and beyond. In her free time, Hanna loves spending time with loved ones, paddle boarding, yoga, live music, thrifting, traveling, and exploring new restaurants and coffee shops on her list.

Elisabeth Swenson is a Therapist-Intern, currently pursuing her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University. She has over 10 years of experience working with survivors of sexual trauma. Elisabeth co-founded a non-profit to help survivors of sexual abuse and sex trafficking in Michigan before moving to Indonesia to help empower locals providing services to survivors of sex trafficking. Originally from the United Kingdom and having a Master's in Chemistry, Elisabeth has experienced many cultures and forms of work and she enjoys bringing research and cross-cultural skills to all she does. GenerateHope has been a great fit for many of her skills and passions and she finds great joy in seeing survivors find hope, healing and freedom in Christ. In her free time, Elisabeth loves hanging out at the beach with her husband and two children, painting, reading and playing piano.  

Ashley brings over a decade of experience in public relations, transitioning most recently into a more wellness-focused industry with her wellness brand, More Life Liquid. Utilizing her business as a platform for positive change, Ashley partnered with HT organization Seeds of Hope & Free To Thrive for paid mentorship and job training opportunities for survivors of human trafficking, embodying her commitment to social impact and empowerment. Her dedication to community empowerment has led her to spearhead numerous initiatives, earning her recognition from the State Senate in 2020 for her outstanding contributions. Now, as a Resident Guide at GenerateHope, Ashley leverages her expertise to empower women on their healing journey, offering guidance and support as they navigate their path to wellness and recovery. With her wealth of experience and passion for holistic wellness, Ashley is a driving force for positive change in our community.

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Faith Goonyare is from East Africa and goes by African American. As a young adult, she lived and went to school in Holland, graduated as a caregiver, and then worked for an organization called SomVao as a social worker. In 2009, she moved to San Diego and worked at a daycare facility. Faith moved to Wisconsin in 2014 where she also worked at a daycare and completed an additional Associate’s Degree from University Wisconsin of Eau Claire. At the daycare, some of the mothers would confide in her about their horrific stories of being trafficked and the children that came from their abuse. Alongside of this, one of Faith’s close friends is a survivor and this friend’s story has really stuck with her. Faith’s heart has been moved to compassion to help with preventing trafficking and supporting those who have experienced abuse. As a believer, God is the one who guides her and she strongly believes He brought her here to GenerateHope.

Margrett Bishop is a Southern California native who grew up in Redondo Beach and Torrance. She was raised in a loving Christian family where, at age 12, she expressed her desire to one day be a missionary. Margrett met the love of her life, Lamon Bishop, when she was 16 and they were married in 1968 after she graduated from high school. Fast forward forty years. After Lamon’s retirement, he and Margrett devoted their time and efforts to missions work, fulfilling Margrett’s childhood desire to be a missionary. Together they led mission trips to Mexico, Alaska, Ghana and Swaziland. While on a mission trip to Ghana, West Africa in October 2009, Lamon suffered a fatal heart attack. Margrett felt as though her dreams had died with Lamon. After taking a few years to grieve and heal from the loss, she began to seek the Lord, asking Him where He could use her now as a single woman. Margrett was aware of the issue of sex trafficking before Lamon’s death, but in her brokenness she became even more interested. In the summer of 2013 Margrett came to GenerateHope to be a House Mom. Margrett says, “I don’t want to look back ten or twenty years from now and wish I had done something to fight for the freedom of young girls and women. I want to be used by God while I am still healthy and able to make a difference in the life of one person at a time. I want to be the hands and feet of Jesus, to share His compassionate heart with those who are broken and hurting… to give them love and hope for a brighter future. I want to tell women who have been abused and violated that they are precious jewels in the eyes of God. Most of all, I want to be in the center of God’s will, because that is the safest and most fulfilling place I can be as His child.” Margrett enjoys beach prayer walks, camping, cooking and baking, reading and spending time with her family, especially her two grown sons, Joshua and Isaac.

Duke Sobek is VP of Facilities/Risk Management for the Neighborhood House Association (NHA) which is one of the largest multi-purpose human service organizations in San Diego County, focusing on health, youth, child development, seniors, mental health and nutrition. He oversees NHA’s Employee Wellness Program and Nutritional Services Program which serves nutritional meals to 6000 people a day (1,000,000 a year) to low income children and seniors throughout San Diego County. In 2016 he was recognized by California Head Start as the Safety Ambassador of the Year for the implementation of an exemplary safety program at NHA. Sobek has served on various civic boards including March of Dimes, Project Employment Opportunity, Ronald McDonald House, and Accessible San Diego. He was the past president of The San Diego Hotel and Motel Association and has served on the San Diego Convention Center Corporation Board of Directors for twelve years, serving on two Super Bowl Executive Committees. He was the recipient of the San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau 2004 Partnership of the Year Award and in 1996 was recognized by the San Diego Hotel and Motel Association as Hotelier of the Year. Sobek resides in San Diego and is married to Carol, retired Head Counselor for San Diego Unified School District. They have two adult children, Randy (MBA working in parking service management) and Allison Roach (Riverside County Deputy District Attorney), the mother of his two grandchildren, ages 7 and 9.

Bill Valleroy grew up the middle son of a family of 7 kids.  His military family allowed him the experience of growing up in places like Okinawa, Wyoming, and Maryland.  His family finally came to San Diego and called it home. Bill met his wife while they were both serving as leaders with a local Young Life chapter. While attending SDSU, he was asked to help work in his then, fiancé’s Escondido family business. Bill, his wife and their business have been striving to do God’s work for the last 33 years.  They have two beautiful adult daughters and their cant-get-enough 4 year old grandson, Jude.  Bill is a long time member of Emmanuel Faith Community Church, serving with the High School group, leading trips to India to serve the Dalit people, and holding a men’s small group Bible Study. He is an avid lover of water sports, snow skiing and mountain biking, earning his nickname ‘Big-Air-Bill’ . With a desire and a heart to serve those who may be vulnerable and exploited, the Lord has lead him to GenerateHope. His target is to live life to bring honor and glory to his savior Jesus Christ.

Paula Morgan has spent her career working in the highly regulated medical industry in San Diego. She currently works as the Vice President of Quality & Regulatory Affairs for an in vitro diagnostic firm that manufactures blood testing devices. Her area of expertise is creating processes and procedures to comply with regulations. Paula is thrilled to have an opportunity to work with GenerateHope. She is passionate about supporting women and programs that give them life skills to change their lives for the better. Paula lives in Encinitas with her husband and has three grown children (daughter Jacquelyn, and two sons Blake and Cooper) as well as two grandchildren. She is a member of Light Church in Encinitas and previously was a member of Venture Church and Calvary Chapel Carlsbad, where she served in Children’s Ministry.

Nick Leduc is a Southern California native and attended Washington University in St. Louis with a BSBA in Finance. After graduation in 2018, Nick spent three years on Wall Street as an investment banker with a concentration in leveraged finance. Today, Nick works for a private equity firm, serving with a specialized focus on fundraising and investor relations. Nick is passionate about human rights, mental health, and encouraging a society marked by increased empathy and mutual respect. In his spare time, Nick can be found rooting for the Seattle Seahawks or eating a breakfast burrito.

Diane Kapusinski has been actively involved with ministry for over 20 years and is passionate about mercy and justice issues. Diane has served in many leadership roles in established churches and church plants over the last decade. Diane has also served in a citywide leadership role with the Harbor Network of churches ministering to pastor’s wives. Diane has been volunteering at GenerateHope for several years hosting birthday, holiday and dinner parties for the girls. She feels that an important part of the healing process includes being in a family context – sitting knee to knee, eating, talking and sharing life together. Diane is passionate about stories of redemption and seeing brokenness restored. She lives in San Diego with her husband, Russ, and their three children.

Steven Cooper is President of Clarity Focus Heart Coaching & Consulting (www.ClarityFocusHeart.com), a leadership coaching business that helps leaders experience God and maximize the impact of their leadership. He works with leaders in Business, and in the church/non-profit world. He is also a founder of Refocused Relationships, a ministry that helps heal the broken relationships between parents, the church, and LGBQ+ loved ones. Steven was a founding board member of GenerateHope and pastored the church that helped found GenerateHope—Harbor City Church in Downtown San Diego. Steven believes that GenerateHope is a radical demonstration of the extraordinary love and power of Jesus.

Vivian Sapthavee is an attorney working for the California Court of Appeal.  Before joining the court, Vivian was a federal prosecutor for the U.S. Department of Justice and an Assistant Attorney General in the Consumer Fraud Bureau at the Illinois Attorney General’s Office.  She moved to San Diego from Chicago in 2020 with her husband and two lovely daughters.  The Sapthavees are members of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Encinitas, and Vivian also sits on the Board of Hope for San Diego.  Vivian has a heart for public service and is an active member of local bar associations.  In her spare time, she enjoys sewing, volunteering, and hip hop dance. 

Kim Peck arrived in San Diego in 2006, serving as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Neighborhood House Association until his retirement in 2021. In 2013, the San Diego Business Journal recognized Kim as CFO of the Year for his efforts in creating a financial model for over 20 different programs funded by federal, state, county, and private sources. Kim is married to Brenda and has five children and 41 grandchildren. He enjoys golf, traveling, reading (especially history), racquetball, boogie boarding, and kayaking.