From Survivor to CEO

Tina Dixon is Changing Lives

Tina’s story? Nothing short of incredible. After nearly 30 years battling exploitation and addiction, she claimed her freedom in March 2013, completing a transformative year-long trauma recovery program for survivors of Human Trafficking. Armed with resilience, creativity, and an unbreakable work ethic, she launched Dixon Digital Marketing in 2016 – and hasn’t looked back since.

Diving into the movement against human trafficking, Tina became a housing liaison for Empower 225 in Baton Rouge, helping newly freed women find safe housing. It was here she found her true calling: guiding survivors to rebuild their lives. In early 2020 she co-founded Ringlab Media, a digital advertising agency which opened even more doors for growth, impact, and personal achievements, like purchasing her first home at 58 and second investment home at 61.

But Tina’s story doesn’t end there. She built a network of “Queens” – a group of supportive women who help each other succeed in the world of business. Together, they’re transforming lives through real opportunities, including a scholarship program that mentors survivors in digital marketing, providing them with career paths and a community cheering them on every step of the way.

To expand these efforts, Tina launched the “Queens Arise Program,” which offers mentorship, education, and internships to human trafficking survivors; empowering them with comprehensive training for economic independence, valuable skills, sustainable employment, identity reclamation, and renewed purpose.

Her ultimate vision? To provide opportunities for survivors, giving them a safe space to build their foundations and prepare for life beyond recovery.

What’s next for Tina? She’s writing her autobiography, “Going to the Country,” where she’ll share her journey from early exploitation under the control of the Dixie Mafia at just 14 to becoming the unstoppable advocate she is today. With dreams of survivor-run industries in shelters and her signature kindness, sparkle, and sass, Tina is on a mission to champion her fellow survivors.

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How To Get Involved

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Join The Women's Network

Connect with a network of professional women who support one another, share opportunities, and collaborate to grow their businesses, while making a meaningful impact through Queens Arise.
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Sponsors

Corporate sponsors help create new opportunities for survivors and provides meaningful brand visibility while demonstrating a commitment to economic empowerment and survivor-led solutions.
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Give

Your support funds equipment, training, & mentorship that help survivor students build careers and sustainable futures. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, gifts are tax-deductible & directly support programs that create pathways to financial independence.
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Hiring Partners

Gain access to motivated, trained candidates who bring resilience, determination, and valuable skills to the workplace while helping create meaningful career opportunities for survivors.
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Become a Mentor

Support a survivor one-on-one by offering guidance, encouragement, and real-world insight. Mentors play a key role in helping students build confidence, stay accountable, and prepare for the next step in their career.
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Volunteers

Queens Arise is always looking for people who want to help. Volunteer as a speaker, instructor, support the program behind the scenes, or explore opportunities to serve in leadership.
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