Wellspring Living has appointed four new members to its board of directors, strengthening the organization's mission to transform the lives of
individuals at risk of or victimized by sexual exploitation. The new board members are: Evia Golde, realtor with The Asbell Golde Team at Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Evia is a returning Wellspring Living Board member who is a tireless community advocate who raises awareness to help combat the sex trafficking of Georgia's children and has supported Wellspring Living as a volunteer, fundraiser, Board member, and Board
Chair. Scott Hudgins, market president for Craft Bank. Scott has held executive roles in banking in the Atlanta market for 38 years and has served on two bank boards and one non-profit board, in addition to the Gwinnett County

Citizens Review Panel for foster children. Edward Lindsey, law partner in Dentons' Public Policy practice. Edward has over 41 years of experience in law and politics, including a decade as a
Georgia state representative and three terms as

 House Majority Whip. Recognized as a leading figure in Georgia's legislature by James Magazine, he has sponsored several important bills that increased penalties for traffickers, protected victims' privacy, required high-risk establishments to

display hotline information, and allowed minors to testify remotely.
Marquisha Maiden, general manager of Category
Management & Transactions for Southern Company's Supply Chain organization. Marquisha is passionate about fostering collaboration, advancing inclusion, and

strengthening governance practices. 'We are truly honored to welcome this exceptional group of leaders to our board," said Heather Lively, executive director of Wellspring Living. "Each brings a distinct blend of
expertise, insight, and commitment that will strengthen our mission in meaningful ways. Their perspectives and passion for this work will help us expand our reach and continue

delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care to those we serve." Wellspring Living provides comprehensive, trauma-informed services to survivors of sexual exploitation and those at risk, offering residential programs, community-based services, and

workforce development initiatives.