Chief Operating officer
Darrell Smith
A key reason why Darrell is committed to working with a nonprofit focused on sex trafficking and exploitation prevention is the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of survivors. The Project Step provides vital support services, resources, and advocacy for survivors, empowering them to reclaim their lives and move towards a brighter future. Witnessing the resilience and strength of survivors fuels Darrell's determination to contribute to their healing journey.
Darrell@theprojectstep.org
chief financial officer
Theresa Scott
Theresa Scott is a member of the Board of Directors at The Project S.T.E.P. Born and raised in San Francisco, she provides specific community expertise, organizational connections and direction on company projects. Theresa not only has a heartfelt desire to help those involved with sex trafficking, but she has served as a philanthropist and volunteer in the greater San Francisco Bay Area for over 30 years with San Francisco Night Ministries, Rebuilding Together Oakland, Habitat for Humanity and other community focused organizations. With a BA in Communications and over 30 years as a business professional in healthcare, Theresa understands the importance The Project S.T.E.P. will have on the surrounding communities and beyond.
consultant and cofounder
Louis Scott
Louis A. Scott is a three-time award-winning journalist, published author, and peer support specialist. With 45 years of knowledge and experience in the sex trafficking trade, he has dedicated the last 15 years to using his expertise to combat sex trafficking and any form of exploitation. Currently, he serves as a consultant for The Project S.T.E.P., offering invaluable insights and guidance