Christine Olivo

Christine Olivo, 36, brings forth a burst of new energy and leadership into the political fold. The outspoken advocate, wife, and mother of two boys, is running for U.S. Representative for Florida’s 24th Congressional District. A role, she says, she’s been preparing for all of her life. Christine is the daughter of Haitian immigrants and the second oldest of eight children. Her father is an entrepreneur who has owned a security and investigative agency in Miami Beach for over 30 years. Her mother has worked in the mortgage industry for over 25 years. Both parents taught her the benefits of working hard, that by doing so, you can achieve anything you want.

Christine was a high school standout at Monsignor Edward Pace High School with a 5.0 GPA. She served as a youth group leader in her junior and senior years, while becoming inducted into the National Honor Society. She was elected Senior Class President and captain of the dance team. Christine earned an associate’s degree from Miami Dade College, and in December, 2020, she will earn a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration from Barry University.

In 2010, Chistine began working as a Youth Director for the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in North Miami. As the Youth Director, Christine saw first-hand the challenges these young kids faced and wanted to steer them in the right direction. The programs were geared toward helping the youth in the community rise above their challenges. She proudly served one year in AmeriCorps and taught the “BART-Becoming A Responsible Teen” sex education program to inner-city children. At AmeriCorps, Christine taught an ongoing parenting class to help assist and unify families on communicating effectively.

Christine owned a dance studio in North Miami. Although Christine loved her studio, maintaining a brick and mortar business became a struggle for her. When her neighbor’s grocery store was held up at gunpoint, Christine made the final decision to close the studio.

It was after giving birth to her second child that Christine decided to become a stay-at-home mom. Taking the time away from her small businesses to focus on raising her sons was the start of Christine’s drive into politics. She saw that the best way to secure a better future for her boys and other children was to take action through her own hands.

Christine is not afraid to go for what she wants. She is compassionate and a thoughtful leader – ready to roll up her sleeves and get things accomplished in Washington. If she wins, she will be the first Haitian American to win this seat.