President/Festival Director

Eric Hause

He/Him

Eric is the founder and publisher of Outlife757, Hampton Roads’ LGBTQ Magazine and Events Company.

Vice President

Tanya Kaish Keller

She/Her

Tanya, a long-time PR counselor, is passionate about supporting the arts and human rights in this region.

Director

Dr. Charles Ford

He/Him

Dr. Ford is a tenured history professor at Norfolk State University and expert in Virginia and Southern queer history.

Director

Blake Pfeil

He/Him

Blake is a multidisciplinary creative who brings a wealth of experience across an array of artistic mediums that all come down to one commonality: storytelling.

Director

Priya Vashist, MFA

She/Her

Priya is a screenwriter, filmmaker, and Associate Professor of Film at Old Dominion University.

Director

Gray Lyden

They/Them

Gray is a transgender LGBTQ organizer based in Norfolk with a  bachelor's degree in Women's and Gender Studies at Old Dominion University.

Board Member

Andrew Garber

Andrew is the LGBT Life Center's Supportive Services Program Manager, bringing years of experience, connection, and a clear commitment to serving the LGBTQ+ community.