Caught in a continuous storm of events.

Hello my name is Tina Vitoux.

I am being forced to swallow my pride in hopes to gain some help during a very trying time. Unfortunately I had started a new job in Chicago on Sept. 13rd, 2022. My dream that I thought came true turned into a dreaded nightmare. On the 14th and 15th I was sexually assaulted by a colleague that was training me. Something I’ve never experienced in a workplace forum. I used my voice and turned him in. But I could not go back. This caused great stress on my mental health which I sought treatment immediately in Chicago. After receiving and starting treatment, I then get surprisingly very sick. The stress could have Exasperated my chronic Illness. Now I am admitted in the hospital with Covid, double pneumonia and a pulmonary embolism. I’m looking at several day’s in the hospital without any type of income. I have several expenses that I just cannot pay at this time. Car payment, rent, Electric, water, food, etc. I had been driving Uber/Lyft, even going back to my old job. Then I was stuck in my track’s. I don’t think anyone ever want’s to ask for help. I know I don’t, but at the point I have no choice until I can go back to work. Right now it’s not looking like that will be any time soon. I didn’t want to share my story but you have to stand for something or you will fall for anything. I appreciate any type of help. Thank you in advance for reading my story. ❤️

With much regret, I have a matter that I need to bring to your attention. This has been weighing on me significantly. I have been unsure how to approach this, but feel it is necessary and of utmost importance that your prompt attention is given.

I must inform you that I have suffered workplace sexual harassment, at the hands of ***** ***** Here within, I will recount what has transpired in detail, in effort to capture the severity of what has taken place.

- On September 14, 2022, the first assault took place in the second-floor meeting room. I was sitting at a table next to *****reviewing opera training- when ******proceeded to kiss me aggressively on the lips and fondled my breasts.

- ****** also initiated inappropriate sexual conversation on the night of September 14, 2022. ***** spoke of a sexual encounter between himself and two women in explicit-detail.

- On September 15, 2022, the second assault took place in the valet closet, after ***** had dropped tickets on the floor. *****was kneeling to pick up the tickets and when he stood up, he grabbed my buttocks with great force.

- On two other occasions *****was intrusive within my personal space and brushed up against me inappropriately, with advance.

In addition to the physical assaults, I must also report incidence of psychological abuse as well. My experiences with ***** were nothing short of unprofessional, and unfortunately extremely concerning. I feel as though I was being set up for failure. ***** displayed characteristics of manipulations and gaslighting behaviour, and attempted to make me question myself and my abilities.

Not only was he extremely unsupportive, ***** was also demeaning and condescending in nature. In all my professional work experience, I have never encountered a supervisor that insulted and critiqued me in the way ***** did. My skill set, memory and intelligence were insulted, on an ongoing basis. Specifically, note taking has always been a method of reference for me, in a new employment setting. The quality of my notes was frowned upon; and at times, ***** stated I was not allowed to refer to them, harshly. ***** stated that: “the brain is a muscle” and I should have been at the point of recalling information on demand. When I struggled, I was shamed and ***** continued to grow more and more agitated with me.

Melissa, the behavior on ***** part was intrusive and has greatly damaged my emotional wellbeing and mental health, as of late. I feel as though *****was intentionally trying to sabotage my progress, and in turn, training experience. I can’t help but to speculate that this was nefarious in nature.

Given the above, any feedback or reports received from ******, on my progress- is most likely severely flawed and not a true reflection of the person I am, or the employee I pride myself to be.

****** *******has stolen what was not only a goal, but a dream of mine, to be a part of a lucrative team with such a prestigious organization. I would like to think that he is not an accurate representation of the ***** and the other lovely people I have come to know, in my short time there.

I must stress to you- that I do not feel safe being in his presence moving forward, and ask that you provide a suitable replacement, who can provide proper and professional training. I must also stress that this behavior was not encouraged or welcomed on my part. Behaviour of this nature is uncalled for,and I can only hope that *****receives assistance to grasp how inappropriate this was. I fear for anyone else that hasn’t had the courage to speak out and has suffered him, ongoing. This has been nothing short of traumatic.

I hope that we can set a time to discuss how we can collectively move forward in a safe, supportive, and proactive manner. I want nothing more than to channel my efforts into healing from this experience and having a fresh start, to truly bring forth my very best.

Sincerely yours,

Tina Vitoux

It’s very difficult to share this story. But it’s caused mental anguish to such a deep degree. Not only has it caused emotional and mental damage. In my heart it has Exasperated my chronic illness to get me so sick and hospitalized. I will use the fund’s not only for my monthly bills but to also pay for the extensive outpatient treatment for sexual abuse survivors. Once I’m cleared to start I will have to be in Chicago 3-5 days a week for 8 week’s. The only insurance I have is Indiana Medicaid and they will not pay for this service because it’s out of state. We cannot find a program designed like this in Indiana.

I really appreciate you just reading this very explicit account of details. Thank You I’m advance for any help!

Tina❤️