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Leadership Team

Meet the dedicated individuals steering the course at Hampton Roads Pride. Our Board of Directors represents a diverse team of passionate leaders, united in their dedication to advancing LGBTQ+ rights and cultivating a vibrant, inclusive community.
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Hampton Roads Pride does not have any paid staff; our organization is comprised entirely of volunteers. As an organization that advocates for our community, we place great value on diversity and inclusion. Our organization is comprised of passionate leaders of different races, genders, socioeconomic backgrounds, religions, and more.

It's through your generosity that we're able to continue providing for the LGBTQIA+ community in the 757. Please consider supporting our efforts by donating or getting involved today.

Executive Committee

Jeff Ryder, HE/HIM
President

Jamar Davis, HE/HIM
Vice President
Chair of Signature Events &
Co-Chair of Communications

Fawn Faulks, SHE/HER
Secretary
Past President

Ray Fullerton, HE/HIM
Treasurer

Board of Directors

Rudy Almanzor, HE/HIM
Past President

Hannah Barber, SHE/HER
Director
Co-Chair Community Engagement & Diversity, Accessibility, and Inclusion

Alex Walsh, THEY/THEM
Director

Jason McDonald, HE/HIM
Past Secretary
Co-Chair of Communications

Dr. Charles Ford, HE/HIM
Director

Christina Schmidt, SHE/HER
Director
Director of Entertainment Operations - Pride Events

David

David Seeley, HE/HIM
Director

Corey Moreno, HE/HIM
Director
Co-Chair of Community Engagement

Rachel Noel SHE/HER
Director

Joseph Pennington, HE/HIM
Director
Director of Volunteers

Kendrick Hackett, HE/HIM
Director

Frequently asked questions

Where are you located?

Hampton Roads Pride serves the Hampton Roads region of Virginia, including the communities of Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg, Suffolk and surrounding counties.

How can I contact you?

If you have any questions, concerns, or just want to reach out, there are several ways to get in touch with Hampton Roads Pride:
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‍Email: For general inquiries, you can drop us an email at info@hamptonroadspride.org. We aim to respond promptly and assist you in any way we can.

‍Social Media:Connect with us on our social media platforms – Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Send us a message, and our team will get back to you.

How do I join the Board?

Our all-volunteer Board is elected by members and made up of people with diverse professional backgrounds. To be eligible to serve on the Board, you must be a member with volunteer experience. Board members if elected will serve a term based on election results.