Who or what is your inspiration in business?

Being a gay man in the south taught me I had to use my skills and my ability to connect people to create spaces that show our community on the same level as the straight community and the business community. I've been performing and training for 28 years. These experiences pushed me and made me into a performer that can hold the room while also ensuring every one feels seen and loved and supported. I use my training, experience and skills to elevate how others celebrate.

How do you stay motivated?

With the help of friends and remembering our mission and purpose. We change hearts through the arts. Our mission is very motivating and gets me up in the morning. We have a lot of work to do, seemingly more and more every day. That fuels me.

What would you do with the $25,000?

$25,000 dollars would allow us to acquire better equipment to better serve our clients and community. It would allow us to secure all we need to bring an experience to the Gulf Coast that would change entertainment in the area. We would use this $25,000 to ensure we are able to continue fighting for our missions - to build bridges between communities and ensure a space for queer members of the community and queer talent. Move with Love toward Understanding.