OUR TEAM

MOLLY BULL

VP OF MARKETING, SUDARA INC.

Molly’s passion for social justice combined with more than twenty years’ experience in Marketing Communications, both in the corporate world and nonprofit sector, drew her instantly to Sudara. Taking concept, to strategy, to measurable execution is Molly’s favorite recipe for meaningful impact, and it was immediately apparent that Sudara was a perfect fit with its tireless effort to achieve global gender equity as a certified Benefit Corporation. She wanted to be part of the change.

A life-long philanthropist, Molly’s draw to help others began with volunteer work as a crime victim advocate for the Deputy District Attorney’s office where she counseled and guided victims who were ordered to testify in court. Her commitment to understanding human behavior is what drew Molly to the marketing communications world, and joining Microsoft Corporation’s disaster response program fueled her ‘give back’ nature, where she oversaw deployment of communications systems during large-scale natural disasters, and was the recipient of Microsoft Operations’ Innovation Hero award. Most recently, Head of Marketing for a global nonprofit organization with a mission to eliminate corneal blindness, Molly co-led immersion trips to Asia that raised significant funds for the cause and built global awareness and advocacy. She has authored a number of speeches and industry publications for known media outlets

 With her deep-rooted experience in marketing, communications, public relations, and strategic development, Molly oversees all things marketing for Sudara. Her commitment is to connect with and compel others to join the mission to eliminate human trafficking as we all lift society as a whole.

ISABELLE COLAS-ADESHINA

PROGRAM + RESEARCH MANAGER, SUDARA FREEDOM FUND

Hi, I‘m Isabelle!

Being raised in both the United States and Haiti has become the foundation of my passion in helping and empowering others. The best part of my job as a Program and Research Manager is being able to use data and anecdotes from our centers to visually see and share the positive impact Sudara has for the women we serve in India.  I am a firm believer that storytelling alongside clean data is increasing positive impact across the globe, and constantly inspires me to share Sudara’s story and mission to everyone I meet.

As for my spare time, I absolutely love learning… so you will always find me learning something new, it may be taking data analysis classes, or learning about how and why cultures are the way they are or the foundations of social economics. Another fun fact…  I collect books I find inspiring for fun, traveling makes my soul happy and video games are my zen… basically I am proud nerd at heart.

MATT COLLINS

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, SUDARA FREEDOM FUND

Hello I’m Matt

I live in the rolling coastal hills of California with my wonderful family.  I am thankful to be a part of this amazing Sudara team.

I help forward our mission as the associate director of the non-profit Sudara Freedom Fund.  We invest in training, housing, education and children safe houses for Indian women.  I administrate our banking, bill payments, donor contact, customer relations management, letter writing, website, partnerships, travel, donor house parties, strategy planning and more.

In my spare time I can be found playing games with my 2 sons, swimming, reading, playing music, making musical instruments and volunteering.

SHANNON KEITH

FOUNDER

A trip to India, in 2005, inspired Shannon to take action and begin an innovative business venture. Her drive to disrupt the social enterprise space and create lasting impact for survivors and those at high risk of sex trafficking led her to found and cultivate Sudara – a certified Benefit Corporation.

Having previously spent ten successful years in corporate sales, Shannon was primed to redirect her business prowess to Sudara’s cause. Since founding Sudara, Shannon has received multiple accolades and rewards for her groundbreaking conscious approach to business ventures. She has been honored as a Social Impact Winner at Oregon’s largest Angel investing conference, BVC, won female Entrepreneur of the year in 2017, spoke at TEDx, and was a Top 25 SheEO World Venture Finalist, in addition to being featured in The Good Trade, Conscious Magazine, Real Simple, Forbes and more. Shannon is a sought-after national speaker delivering key notes and panel discussion on topics like economic development for women, how to use social business to address the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, and why investing in women is a game changer, plus many other topics in the social business arena.

Shannon created Sudara with a mission rooted in job creation and freedom-filled choice for women who want to escape sex slavery. Over the past fifteen years, Shannon has taken the organization far and wide. On its current trajectory, Shanon leads Sudara’s vision from the position of founder and chairwoman. Her responsibilities include analyzing systemic issues, evaluating and forming strategic partnerships, and positioning Sudara as a leader in the social innovation space.

GLENN PARISH

BENEFIT GOVERNOR + EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Hey there, I’m Glenn!

I was born and raised in Southern California and grew up with a deep passion for making a difference and helping others make a difference as well. I love that our approach at Sudara is not simply charity but instead a thoughtful strategy to empower women to choose their own hopeful future by providing them access to employment and training. When people purchase a Sudara product, women (and their families) are set free to pursue their own future. In my free time, I love surfing and tennis and helping raise my two wonderful nephews in our non-traditional family.

ANJULA CALDWELL

BOARD MEMBER

Anjula Caldwell has worked as an entrepreneur in the business of telling stories for decades. As a writer, photographer, graphic designer, and artist, she has had the opportunity to come alongside clients to help tell their story. Behind every business is a person. Anjula strives to use her skills to help bring others aware of the human aspect of business and the common thread of wanting to be seen that holds us together.

RANE JOHNSON-STEMPSON

BOARD MEMBER

Rane Johnson-Stempson is the owner/CEO of Ranemaker Institute focused on helping organizations be more inclusive, effective and operationally excellent.  She is a certified partnership broker and previously was Principal Research Director at Microsoft Research. She engaged with academics worldwide to identify high-impact areas for research investigations; like how technology can transform how we learn about history, how we eradicate human trafficking and solve social issues. She has worked in technology, education, government and nonprofits for over 25 years.

Rane has worked with a number of nonprofits, federal and state committees and served on boards like NCWIT, Anita Borg, CRA-W, AAUW, ACM-W, IEEE-WIE, CSTA, and Surfrider Foundation. Johnson is a graduate of Bucknell University with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a B.A. in Economics/Finance, and of George Fox University with an Executive MBA in Transformational Leadership.

In her free-time she likes to paint, write, camp, paddleboard, run, bike, hike, travel, mentor youth and teach kids how to cross country ski.

ROBIN SVENDSEN

BOARD MEMBER

Robin is a mission-driven communicator with experience building and implementing strategies creatively telling a company’s story. She helps brands define who they are and how they are perceived in the marketplace.

She is a connector bringing together ideas, activities, and people, particularly in the social enterprise space where the focus is impact and purpose.

Robin is a respected community member and uses her voice for social good.

KATIE RICHARDSON

BOARD MEMBER

Katie Richardson is an attorney with more than a dozen years of experience in both the private and public sectors. As an advocate for individuals, corporations, and government entities, she is guided by a desire to promote justice and effectuate change through the judicial and legislative systems.

As a member of the Board, Katie brings her legal prowess and passion for human rights to bear as Sudara Freedom Fund works to combat sex trafficking, and provide women and children a sustainable and hope-filled future.

SHANNON KEITH

BOARD MEMBER

A trip to India, in 2005, inspired Shannon to take action and begin an innovative business venture. Her drive to disrupt the social enterprise space and create lasting impact for survivors and those at high risk of sex trafficking led her to found and cultivate Sudara – a certified Benefit Corporation.

Having previously spent ten successful years in corporate sales, Shannon was primed to redirect her business prowess to Sudara’s cause. Since founding Sudara, Shannon has received multiple accolades and rewards for her groundbreaking conscious approach to business ventures. She has been honored as a Social Impact Winner at Oregon’s largest Angel investing conference, BVC, won female Entrepreneur of the year in 2017, spoke at TEDx, and was a Top 25 SheEO World Venture Finalist, in addition to being featured in The Good Trade, Conscious Magazine, Real Simple, Forbes and more. Shannon is a sought-after national speaker delivering key notes and panel discussion on topics like economic development for women, how to use social business to address the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, and why investing in women is a game changer, plus many other topics in the social business arena.

Shannon created Sudara with a mission rooted in job creation and freedom-filled choice for women who want to escape sex slavery. Over the past fifteen years, Shannon has taken the organization far and wide. On its current trajectory, Shanon leads Sudara’s vision from the position of founder and chairwoman. Her responsibilities include analyzing systemic issues, evaluating and forming strategic partnerships, and positioning Sudara as a leader in the social innovation space.