Who We Are

She Has A Name is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to engaging the community, strengthening the anti-human trafficking ecosystem in central Ohio, and empowering those locally impacted by this issue. Our 2022 Annual Report is a helpful resource in learning more about who we are as an organization. 

Mission

She Has A Name is a strong community that exists to fight human trafficking through education and care for all those impacted.

Vision

To see all those impacted by human trafficking restored into society, welcomed in the workplace, and thriving in community.

 


What We Do

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Educate

We act as a community resource through training. Start with right knowledge through our quarterly classes, bring our training to your group, or learn online anytime from anywhere.

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Care

We act as a resource to all those impacted by human trafficking by providing support groups for survivors, thrivers, and solicitors. We believe in coming alongside survivors in their pursuit of success; whether that’s higher education or a dream.


We’re Hiring!

She Has A Name is currently seeking applicants to join our staff team. View our Development Director and Communications & Marketing Managers by clicking the images below. Interested applicants can send the following to Jennifer through the “Apply Now” button:

  • Cover letter explaining why are you interested in working for SHAN and what is one thing you have seen SHAN do that you are excited about joining

  • Resume

  • Three character or professional references

 
 

Staff Members

Courtney Schmackers

Executive Director

As executive director Courtney is responsible for implementing the mission and vision of She Has A Name. Her favorite part of her job is training individuals and organizations in understanding the cause and discovering how they can join in unique and meaningful ways. Courtney graduated summa cum laude from Capital University in 2013 with a degree in Communications, Spanish, and Journalism. She enjoys drinking tea, baking bread, and hiking. 

Katie Lee

Program Director

As Program Director, Katie oversees and builds on Survivor Care programming such as the Strategies for Success Scholarship for survivors and a spiritual support group for women in transition. She graduated from Fisher College of Business and has several years of experience in non-profit work and social enterprise. Katie is mother to Forrest who is an extremely social and vocal little guy, and wife to Jason. Her second and third homes are in Hong Kong and Taiwan where she and Jason's family reside. She loves environmental conservation, hunting for vintage and thrifted treasures, and going on food-centric travel adventures.

Taylor Nolan

development director

Taylor graduated from The Ohio State University in May 2019 with a BA. After completing an internship with She Has A Name in summer 2018, she joined the SHAN staff team. Taylor is currently a student at Capital University Law School. As Development Director, Taylor focuses on sustainability and longevity for She Has A Name. In her spare time, Taylor enjoys reading, road trips, and live music.

Jennifer Taylor

Community Engagement Director

Jennifer has been involved in the Columbus area human trafficking awareness community since 2018.  For SHAN, she coordinates our many volunteers and works with our partner organizations to ensure SHAN is being supportive of this important community.  Jennifer is a graduate of the Ohio State University and has an extensive career in human resource management.  Jennifer and her husband have 3 children and a sweet pup, Eddie.  She loves farmer’s markets, craft shows, and the Columbus food scene.

Board of Directors

Rhiannon (Rhi) Bailey Rooted For Women

Amanda Harpster Consolidated Appraisal Services Company

John-Michael Lander An Athlete’s Silence

Mandi Pierson Porchlight Columbus

Bryan Prosek Steptoe & Johnson PLLC

Christopher Stollar Nationwide Insurance

Hannah Surh Board Vice Chair Chroma Church

Yiping Yang Board Treasurer Nationwide Children’s Hospital


Nuts & Bolts

EIN 83-1552393, IRS listing Tax-Exempt Status issued September 13th, 2019

IRS 990 Filings: 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019

Ohio Secretary of State Filing (Listed here) Date Incorporated: August 1st, 2018

Ohio Attorney General’s Office Charitable Organization Search (Listed here) Date Founded: March 9th, 2010