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Tampa Bay News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!HeartDance Foundation: Saving Lives in Tampa's Strip ClubsIn Tampa, Florida, the HeartDance Foundation combats human trafficking by sending volunteers into strip clubs to build trust with women, offer support, and help them escape to safety. Founded by Dotti Groover-Skipper, this nonprofit sends Men of Valor to connect with people in the industry, with personal stories like Jennifers, who once worked in the same world. Since 2021, theyve helped many women, including those facing life-threatening illnesses and those starting new careers. The foundation emphasizes that seeking help is a sign of strength. For local resources, call two eleven anytime. Checkout Solipillow.com
2026-01-2701 min
Heartbeat of Tampa BayDotti Groover-Skipper Inteview | Heartbeat of Tampa BayWe talk to Dotti Groover-Skipper about human trafficking awareness, how to recognize the signs and where the Tampa Bay area ranks in trafficking.
2026-01-1111 min
Break That CycleEp.9 Human Trafficking Awareness with Dotti Groover-SkipperIn this powerful episode of Break That Cycle, we sit down with Dotti Groover-Skipper, founder and CEO of the HeartDance Foundation, to expose the realities of human trafficking and the urgent need for awareness right here in our communities. Dotti's journey into advocacy didn't begin in policy rooms or headlines—it began with lived experience, calling, and decades of frontline work. Today, she is one of Florida's most respected voices in the fight against human trafficking, having helped shape statewide initiatives, trained faith communities, educators, businesses, and law enforcement, and supported survivors of exploitation in rebuilding their lives. In th...
2026-01-061h 07
Bloom Health ClubHuman Trafficking: Recent Developments on What's Being DoneOn this episode of the Bloom Health Club podcast presented by Monticciolo Family & Sedation Dentistry, Gayle Guyardo, host of Bloom Health Club, is joined by the Founder and CEO of the HeartDance Foundation, Dotti Groover-Skipper, to discuss the recent developments of what's being done to mitigate human trafficking.
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2025-12-0124 min
Re-EstablishmentHeartDance FoundationIn this episode of Re-establishment, we sit down with Dotti Groover Skipper, the founder and CEO of the HeartDance Foundation, an organization dedicated to eradicating human trafficking. Dotti shares her early career experiences that ignited her passion for addressing issues of sexual assault and later human trafficking. Join Bodie and Dotti as they explore the HeartDance Foundation's impactful programs and initiatives, highlighting the ways they empower young men and women to escape challenging situations and reclaim their lives. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about resilience, hope, and the fight against human trafficking.
2025-07-1531 min
The Business of Life Master ClassFollow Through on Living and Loving Each Day with Grace and Gratitude with Dotti Groover-Skipper on The Business of Life Master Class Podcast 210Podcast #210The Business of Life Master Class Podcasthttps://www.facebook.com/TheBusinessOfLifeMasterClassInstagram: @thebusinessoflifemasterclassTwitter/X: @ClassTBOLDotti Groover-SkipperTEDxEustisLinkedIn ProfileTampa Bay Chamber of CommerceHeartDance FoundationInstagram: @dotskipperHosts: Debbie Lundberg & Barbara Zantwww.debbielundberg.comFacebook/Twitter/X/Instagram: @debbielundbergTikTok: @DebbieLundbergCoachInstagram for Barb Zant: @thestayatworkmomDigital Engineer: Brianna ConnollyMusic: www.bensound.comMusic by AlexiAction...
2024-03-1513 minThe Business of Life Master ClassLiving and Loving Each Day with Grace and Gratitude with Dotti Groover-Skipper on The Business of Life Master Class Podcast 209Episode #209The Business of Life Master Class Podcasthttps://www.facebook.com/TheBusinessOfLifeMasterClassInstagram: @thebusinessoflifemasterclassTwitter/X: @ClassTBOLDotti Groover-SkipperLinkedIn ProfileTampa Bay Chamber of CommerceHeartDance FoundationInstagram: @dotskipperHosts: Debbie Lundberg & Barbara Zantwww.debbielundberg.comFacebook/Twitter/X/Instagram: @debbielundbergTikTok: @DebbieLundbergCoachInstagram for Barb Zant: @thestayatworkmomDigital Engineer: Brianna ConnollyMusic: www.bensound.comMusic by AlexiAction from Pixabay
2024-03-0618 min
COFFEE &Coffee & Heartdance: Taking Hope to the Strip Clubs (Ep. 22)Dotti Groover - Skipper, founder of HeartDance Foundation, shares her journey in the fight against human trafficking and her work in strip clubs to support women trapped in the sex industry in Tampa Bay, FL. She emphasizes the importance of seeing the vulnerabilities and needs of survivors and the significance of building relationships and providing support. Dotti also discusses the role of the business community, the impact of major events on human trafficking, and the need for policy changes to protect children online. She encourages individuals to get involved by supporting local anti-trafficking organizations and learning about the signs...
2024-02-2455 min
LAB the PodcastDotti Groover-SkipperDotti Groover-Skipper may be one of the bravest and most loving people I know. Her team at HeartDance Foundation is sharing the life and beauty of the gospel in some of the darkest places in our city. Dotti joins me on this episode to share from her experience knowing and loving people in Tampa’s strip club industry. We talk honestly about pornography, human dignity and the realities of the $75 billion dollar strip club industry. HeartDance is the recipient of our first 2021 LAB Initiative contribution. We are so grateful for Dotti and her team. Don’t miss this...
2021-03-121h 04LAB the PodcastDotti Groover-SkipperDotti Groover-Skipper may be one of the bravest and most loving people I know. Her team at HeartDance Foundation is sharing the life and beauty of the gospel in some of the darkest places in our city. Dotti joins me on this episode to share from her experience knowing and loving people in Tampa’s strip club industry. We talk honestly about pornography, human dignity and the realities of the $75 billion dollar strip club industry. HeartDance is the recipient of our first 2021 LAB Initiative contribution. We are so grateful for Dotti and her team. Don’t miss this...
2021-03-121h 04
America's Community Voices NetworkPart 2: Ending And Surviving Human Trafficking In The State Of FloridaPlease join us on Wednesday, April 8, 2015, 12 noon - 12:30 p.m. on our podcast for Part 2 of our two part program "Ending And Surviving Human Trafficking In The State Of Florida." Joining our special guest from Part 1 (Dotti Groover-Skipper) is Niki Cross. Niki is the Founder and President of S.T.A.A.R. Ministry Corporation, (Stop The Abuse And Rescue). She’s a speaker, writer, and survivor of abduction and kidnapping by a former boyfriend at the age of 15. Niki was held against her will and repeatedly assaulted by her abductor and others, until escaping. Realizing how self-destructive her anger and...
2015-04-0800 minAmerica's Community Voices NetworkEnding and Surviving Human Trafficking in the State of FloridaDotti Groover- Skipper, is the Florida Anti-Trafficking Coordinator for the Salvation Army; A member of the Statewide Council on Human Trafficking (Formed by Florida Attorney General, Pam Bondi); Chair for FREE, The Slavery Survival Network and many more distinguished human rights, activist and servant leadership roles at the local, state and national levels of public service. On Friday, April 3, 2015, 11:30 am - 12 noon, Part 1 of our podcast will focus on organized efforts to end Human Trafficking in the State of Florida and the role that we all can play to assist these profound efforts. Dotti was recognized by Florida Governor Rick...
2015-04-0300 min