Our People: Tom Warshauer
Happily settled in Charlotte’s Plaza Midwood neighborhood is a guy who once asked for a hippopotamus for Christmas. Imagine his surprise when his nephew took the request to heart and sent him a giant stuffed hippo as a Christmas gift. Hopefully, the impact of that memorable present is something its recipient knows all too well…
Our People: Will Martin
Will Martin is a busy man. He’s likely most well-known as the board president of Charlotte Pride. But there are many other things in the Queen City he’s involved with. He’s a board member of the Charlotte Film Society, an Eagle Scout and he has served as a volunteer for Charlotte’s Reel Out Film festival…
Our People: Joshua Jernigan
If you were a parent or loved one of a 10-year-old who just unexpectedly told you they are transgender or nonbinary, where would you go for support? If you’re reading this — you will quickly learn, help is available. There’s a wonderful and impassioned gentleman living in Union County who just so happens to also…
Our People: Lorenzo Tucker
Tall, dark and handsome Lorenzo Tucker has been touching lives in the Charlotte area community for over five years. From HIV advocacy to community equity efforts, if voices need to be amplified, changes need to occur or both – Tucker is probably there. He’s a transplant from Columbia, South Carolina, to the Charlotte area (at…
Our People: Adrian Parrish
Tucked away in Charlotte’s vibrant NoDa neighborhood is a warm, witty and creative community builder whose passion for authenticity has helped strengthen connections throughout the local LGBTQ+ community. For the past decade, Adrian Parrish has called Charlotte home, embracing the city’s creative spirit while organizing events that bring people together, celebrate identity and encourage belonging. …
