Joanna Gutierrez Winters

Joanna Gutierrez Winters serves as the Executive Director of The Counter Trafficking Group, a global non-profit organization dedicated to eradicating human trafficking. Joanna is also the President and Founder of Winters Global Solutions, focused on fostering cooperation among individuals and organizations through leadership and strategy development. In addition, Joanna founded Solve for Peace, specializing in conflict transformation and peace strategies, and Yummy Globe, which promotes cultural connection through food. As President and Board Member of the FREE Network, Joanna contributes to empowering survivors of slavery. Previous roles include consulting for the Joint Special Operations University and advising the Greater Tampa Bay Chapter of Women In Defense. Joanna's academic credentials include a Doctorate in Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies and a Master's in International Relations from The Fletcher School at Tufts University, along with degrees in Economics and International Business.