From Survivor to Thriver, Free to Live
board and staff
Star Lee | Board member | President
Star Lee is a community impact leader, nonprofit founder, and trauma-informed program strategist dedicated to transforming how communities respond to domestic violence recovery. As the Founder and CEO of Free to Live, she leads initiatives that bridge critical gaps in long-term healing by integrating mental health support, wellness programming, youth empowerment, financial literacy, and education pathways into one coordinated model of recovery.
Her work is rooted in the belief that domestic violence recovery requires more than crisis response — it requires sustained access to resources, culturally responsive care, and systems designed to support long-term stability. Through large-scale community events, partnerships, and program development, Star has created spaces where survivors and families can move from survival to sustainable growth.
With a background in project management, operational leadership, and community engagement, Star approaches nonprofit leadership with a strategic, solutions-driven mindset. She is known for building collaborative ecosystems that connect professionals, organizations, and grassroots efforts to create measurable impact.
Star’s vision extends beyond awareness to systemic change — designing healing-centered environments where individuals are empowered with tools, access, and opportunity to reclaim their lives and futures. Her leadership reflects a commitment to dignity, resilience, and collective transformation within communities affected by trauma.
Her work aligns with Free to Live’s mission to create trauma-informed pathways toward recovery, resilience, and long-term stability for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence.
Brandi Johnson | Board Member | Secretary
Brandi Johnson, a native of Dallas, Texas, carries with her a rich legacy of civil rights activism as the daughter of the renowned Black civil rights leader, Rev. Peter Johnson. Her upbringing in the midst of civil rights advocacy shaped her perspective on the importance of community engagement and empowerment.
With over three decades of dedicated experience in community engagement, Brandi has consistently demonstrated her commitment to uplifting her community. Her roots in Dallas, a city with a storied history in the civil rights movement, have inspired her to seek and provide encouragement, serving as a steadfast pillar of support for those she serves.
Brandi's professional journey spans more than 25 years, during which she has excelled in both management and community engagement roles. Her extensive experience has equipped her with valuable insights into effective leadership and the dynamics of community involvement. Through her work, she has contributed to creating positive change and fostering a sense of unity within her community.
As a passionate advocate for social justice and community advancement, Brandi Johnson continues to follow in the footsteps of her esteemed father, leaving an indelible mark on the path towards progress and empowerment for all.
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Jessica Bennett | Board Member | Treasurer
Jessica Bennett serves as the Treasurer of Free to Live, where she combines her strong accounting background with her passion for community empowerment and survivor advocacy. With extensive experience in bookkeeping, mortgage processing, title and escrow, and tax preparation, Jessica ensures financial transparency and sustainability for the organization while helping others achieve the same stability in their own lives.
A survivor of domestic violence, Jessica transformed her journey of survival into a mission of service. She is a Certified Notary Public, Certified Bookkeeper, Certified Tax Preparer, Licensed Mortgage Loan Processor, and Title & Escrow Officer, bringing both professional precision and lived empathy to her work. Her education in accounting, business finance, and information technology provides her with a unique perspective on how empowerment through knowledge creates lasting change.
As a Financial Empowerment Coach, Jessica leads workshops and mentoring initiatives that help survivors and families rebuild their confidence, credit, and financial independence. She teaches practical financial literacy while encouraging a mindset of self-worth and abundance—proving that healing is not just emotional, but economic.
Jessica’s leadership reflects the core mission of Free to Live: to help survivors move beyond crisis and into lasting freedom. Her dedication to financial education, transparency, and community service continues to uplift
Rose Greer |Board Member
Rose Greer is an accomplished executive, entrepreneur, and governance-focused leader with more than 30 years of experience in insurance operations, workforce development, business strategy, and organizational transformation. She brings a strong record of operational discipline, financial stewardship, and values-based leadership to boards seeking strategic insight, risk awareness, and inclusive, sustainable growth.
As Founder of RR Connection Consulting Group, established in 2009 in Dallas, Texas, Rose leads a respected staffing and workforce development firm that partners with organizations to build diverse, high-performing teams. She oversees strategic planning, financial management, compliance, and enterprise-level operations experience that translates directly into boardroom value. Her ability to align mission, talent, and operational execution positions her as a trusted advisor to organizations navigating growth, restructuring, or workforce modernization.
Her leadership has consistently made measurable improvements in claims’ performance, regulatory compliance, supervisory training, and customer satisfaction. She is known for strengthening internal controls, assessing operational risk, and guiding organizations through periods of high demand and rapid change.
Her governance strengths include strategic planning, financial oversight, workforce strategy, operational risk management, and organizational culture. As a founder, she has built systems that support long-term sustainability, ethical leadership, and mission-aligned growth core competencies for effective board service.
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