2024 HRC National Dinner Program Book by Human Rights Campaign

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KELLEY ROBINSON HRC SPEAKER

Kelley Robinson is the ninth president of the Human Rights Campaign — the first Black, Queer woman to lead the organization. The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve equality and liberation for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people. Robinson — widely respected for her work over the last 15 years creating and leading winning campaigns and programs — stepped into her new role at HRC after serving as Executive Director of Planned Parenthood Action Fund. From community organizer to progressive leader, Robinson has been at the forefront in the fight for bodily autonomy and racial and gender equity, with a focus on lifting up marginalized communities and building political power. Robinson will lead HRC — and its more than 3 million member advocates — as the organization fulfills its mission to realize a world that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all.

TIM WALZ

GOVERNOR OF MINNESOTA

Tim Walz is Minnesota’s 41st Governor. He was first elected Governor in 2018 and won re-election in 2022. Accomplishments from his time as Governor include providing universal free school meals for students, protecting reproductive freedom, strengthening voting rights, laying the groundwork to get Minnesota to 100% clean electricity by 2040, cutting taxes for the middle class, and expanding paid leave for Minnesota workers. Throughout his time as Governor, Tim has prioritized making Minnesota the best state in the country to raise a family.

Born in a small town in rural Nebraska, Tim’s parents instilled in him the values of public service, generosity toward your neighbors, and working for the common good that guide his commitment to Minnesota today. After high school graduation, Tim enlisted in the Army National Guard. He attended Chadron State College and graduated with a social science degree in 1989. Tim spent a year teaching abroad before returning home to serve full time in the Army National Guard and eventually accepting a high school teaching and coaching position.

While teaching, Tim met his future wife, Gwen Whipple, who taught at the same school. They moved to Mankato in 1996, where they worked at Mankato West High School. In addition to teaching social studies, Tim helped coach the Mankato West football team that won the school’s first state championship. After 24 years in the Army National Guard, Command Sergeant Major Walz retired from the 1-125th Field Artillery Battalion in 2005. Tim won his first election to the United States House of Representatives in 2006 and was re-elected for another five terms serving Minnesota’s First Congressional District in Southern Minnesota.

CYNTHIA ERIVO

NATIONAL EQUALITY AWARD

Cynthia Erivo is a Grammy® Emmy® and Tony® Award-winning actress, singer and producer, as well as an Academy Award®, Golden Globe®, and SAG nominee. Erivo burst onto West End and Broadway stages in THE COLOR PURPLE and has since taken the world by storm.

Erivo is set to star as Elphaba opposite Ariana Grande’s Glinda in Universal’s highly anticipated film adaptation of the hit musical WICKED from director Jon M. Chu. Part 1 of WICKED will be released on November 22nd, 2024. With Part 2 released on November 26th, 2025.

Erivo can currently be seen starring in DRIFT, which Erivo produces with her production company Edith’s Daughter. DRIFT follows a young Liberian refugee named Jacqueline (Erivo) who has barely escaped her war-torn country to a Greek island. The film had its World Premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 22nd, 2023 and opened to rave reviews. Erivo also wrote and recorded an original song for the film entitled “It Would Be.”

Erivo was nominated for an Emmy® for her critically acclaimed portrayal of Aretha Franklin in National Geographic’s Emmy-winning global anthology series GENIUS: ARETHA. This season is the first-ever, definitive, and only authorized scripted limited series on the life of the universally acclaimed Queen of Soul. The series premiered on National Geographic on March 21.

In addition to her illustrious acting career, Erivo is a Grammy®-nominated songwriter and performer, often headlining sold-out shows, symphonies, and music spaces including the Kennedy Center Honors, the 2020 Academy Awards, the 2017 Governor’s Ball and the 2017 Grammy Awards. Erivo released her debut album, Ch. 1 Vs. 1, with Verve/Universal Music Group on September 17.

Erivo released her first children’s book titled, Remember to Dream, Ebere on September 28. The book follows a young girl named Ebere whose mother encourages her to dream as big as possible. Erivo wrote the book as an ode to a child’s imagination, a parent’s love and the big dreams shared by both.

Erivo recently starred opposite Idris Elba in the Netflix feature film installment of Luther: The Fallen Sun, continuing the story of the acclaimed crime series. Erivo plays a detective who is also Luther’s nemesis while Serkis is the story’s criminal villain. Luther: The Fallen Sun premiered on Netflix on March 10, 2023.

In 2022, Cynthia Disney’s live-action retelling of PINOCCHIO. Directed by Robert Zemeckis, Erivo will take on the iconic role of the Blue Fairy. She is also slated to star in Apple’s ROAR, an anthology series of darkly comic feminist fables. It was also announced that Erivo will produce and star in a biopic about Sara Forbes Bonnetta, a 19th-century Nigerian princess who was “gifted” to Queen Victoria after being liberated from slavery.

In August 2020, Erivo launched her production company, Edith’s Daughter, and announced her firstlook deal with MRC Television & Civic Center Media. Edith’s Daughter focuses on projects that express the beauty in the stories and people who are often overlooked and underrepresented. Erivo named Solome Williams as Vice President of the company. Erivo starred in the HBO series THE OUTSIDER, which premiered on January 12, 2020. The series is based on the Stephen King novel of the same name. The series follows an unorthodox investigator and a seasoned cop investigating a gruesome murder of a local boy.

In 2019, Erivo starred in Kasi Lemmons’ HARRIET, where she brought the legacy of Harriet Tubman to the big screen. Focus Features released the film in theaters on November 1, 2019, and Erivo’s performance was met with critical acclaim. Additionally, Erivo lent her voice to the movie’s title song, “Stand Up,” for which she co-wrote. “Stand Up” won “Best Original Song” at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards. Both Cynthia and “Stand Up” were nominated for two Academy Awards as well as two Golden Globe Awards in the categories of “Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama” and “Best Original Song” respectively. Additionally, “Stand Up” received a nomination for a Grammy Award in the category of “Best Song Written for Visual Media.”

The film also garnered ten NAACP nominations as well as AAFCA and Society of Composers & Lyricists Award wins.

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LESILE ODOM, JR.

SPECIAL GUEST

Vocalist, Songwriter, Actor, Author

Leslie Odom, Jr. , is a multifaceted artist with a career that spans all performance genres. He is a Tony and Grammy Award-winner and a three-time Emmy and two-time Academy Award-nominee who haw won audiences and acclaim on stage, television, film, and in music. Most recently, Odom made his long-awaited return to Broadway, starring in and co-producing the hit revival of “Purlie Victorious,” for which he was nominated for best lead actor in a play. Onscreen, Odom starred in the 2022 “Knives Out” sequel, “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery,” and played Sam Cooke in the award-winning “One Night in Miami…” directed by Regina King. Odom is perhaps best known for his breakout role as Aaron Burr in the landmark Broadway musical “Hamilton.” His first children’s book, “I Love You More Than You’ll Ever Know, cowritten with Nicolette Robinson, was published in 2023, the same year he released his fifth studio album, “When a Crooner Dies.”

Tony Duran

Along life’s journey, let’s travel together.

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BIG FREEDIA PERFORMANCE

Known as the larger-than-life ambassador of New Orleans Bounce music, Big Freedia is a nationally recognized hip-hop artist, TV personality and cultural influencer.

The tireless mogul broke into television in 2013 with Fuse’s Big Freedia Bounces Back , released her memoir “Big Freedia: God Save The Queen Diva” in 2015, and is on track to open her very own Hotel Freedia in New Orleans in 2025. Her latest album Central City, released in June 2023, reaffirms her commitment to music as her first and primary love, combining influences of old-school hip-hop, brass marching bands, and futuristic production from the likes of Mannie Fresh, BlaqNmilD, and Gold Glove.

In addition to releasing her own critically acclaimed EPs, ‘3rd Ward Bounce’ (2018), ‘Louder’ (2020), and ‘Big Diva Energy’ (2021), Big Freedia, also known as the Queen of New Orleans Bounce, appeared on numerous high profile projects, including Beyoncé’s Grammy award-winning, “Break My Soul” and “Formation,” and on Drake’s “Nice For What,” where she brings her distinctive voice and signature catchphrases to all her work.

In June 2023, Big Freedia premiered the new tv show, ‘Big Freedia Means Business,’ chronicling her triumphs in music, business, and life. The show follows her journey as an entrepreneur, through the process of opening her hotel while simultaneously developing her own line of cannabis, eyewear, and cosmetics.

Big Freedia is known for her infectious energy and personality. In 2019, she was the official host for the Met Gala IG Live Stream Red Carpet event and a host of 2021’s Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve TV celebration. Known by her fans as the “Queen Diva,” Big Freedia is a loud and proud advocate for racial and gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights.

In 2021, Big Freedia made Ebony’s Power 100 list. She has appeared on CBS This Morning, The Breakfast Club, The Problem with Jon Stewart, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Beat with Ari Melber, The Real, and more.

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Everybody.

At Apple, we’re committed to using our voice to advocate for LGBTQ+ people and the freedoms they deser ve Because we believe ever ybody should have the right to be free from discrimination.

We proudly suppor t the Human Rights Campaign and stand with you to build a better future.

ASHER HAVON PERFORMANCE

The Prince of Soul

Asher HaVon is a rising star in the world of music, captivating audiences with his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. Born and raised in Selma, Alabama, Asher discovered his passion for music at a young age and has been honing his craft ever since. With a unique blend of R&B, pop, and soul influences, Asher’s music resonates with listeners on a deep level, touching their hearts and inspiring them to embrace their emotions. His powerful ballads are known for their raw vulnerability and authentic storytelling, allowing listeners to connect with his experiences and find solace in his music. Asher’s journey in the music industry has been marked by perseverance and dedication. He has spent countless hours perfecting his vocal technique and songwriting skills, constantly pushing himself to new heights. His unwavering commitment to his artistry has earned him recognition and praise from both fans and industry professionals. Beyond his musical talent, Asher HaVon is known for his down-to-earth personality and genuine connection with his audience. He believes in using his platform to spread positivity and inspire others to pursue their dreams fearlessly. As Asher continues to make waves in the music industry, his star is only set to rise. With his soul-stirring ballads and magnetic stage presence, he is poised to become a true icon in the world of music, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who listen.

IAN ALEXANDER

SPECIAL

GUEST

Ian Alexander (they/them, he/him) is the first out transmasculine Asian American person to act on television. He is also an advocate for transgender equality, racial justice, and mental health awareness for LGBTQ+ youth. He is best known for his role as Buck Vu on The OA (Netflix), Lev in The Last of Us Part II (Naughty Dog), and Gray Tal on Star Trek: Discovery (Paramount+).

DANA GOLDBERG

COMEDIAN

As seen on TBS, ABC, LOGO, and Last Comic Standing, veteran comedian Dana Goldberg is a force of nature on stage. With performances at the San Francisco International Comedy Competition, The Comedy Festival produced by TBS and HBO, and the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland; her quick wit and playful stage presence have her earning loyal fans across the country and abroad.

A crowd favorite, Goldberg has become a triple threat combining her comedy, hosting, and live auction talents to become one of the most sought after entertainers on the circuit. Voted one of the “Top Five Funniest Lesbians In America,” Curve magazine raves, “Goldberg is one of the brightest lights in a stellar comedy landscape.” Advocate.com named Goldberg one of the top three LGBT comedians in the nation.

In addition to headlining clubs, theaters and festivals around the country, Goldberg has performed at and emceed dozens of high profile events and has shared the national stage with luminaries such as President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, former President Bill Clinton, Meryl Streep, Katy Perry, Kerry Washington, Jennifer Lopez, Carol Burnett, Sir Elton John, Mariah Carey, Shonda Rhimes, and many more.

Combining her gift of humor with humanitarian efforts, Goldberg has raised over 20 million dollars for non-profits around the country in the fight for marriage equality, LGBT rights, women’s health, and HIV and AIDS education and prevention. As the youngest child in a single parent household run by a Jewish mother in which two of three kids are gay, Goldberg helps keep most of the comedy venues and half of the psychotherapists in the country in business.

For more information on Dana Goldberg visit www.danagoldberg.com

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The most impactful way to support H RC is through a monthly gift, because you will help fuel HRC’s fight for FULL equality all year long.

Your ongoing monthly support will provide critical resources to fight back against anti-LG BTQ+ bills, expand and protect our pro-equality Congress, invest more deeply in our grassroots efforts with strategic organizing in key districts, keep pressure to pass the Equality Act in Congress and continue to show up and fight for the multiply marginalized in our community and country.

Thank you for supporting H RC and for staying with us in the fight. Together, we are an unstoppable force for change!

Transgender and non-binary people are your neighbors, co-workers, family members and friends. And when you or your friends and family are the targets of hate, violence and discrimination, you act.

The Human Rights Campaign is actively working to advocate for the rights and lives of the transgender and non-binary community–but we all must do more–can we count you in?

As LGBTQ+ people and allies, we have a responsibility to fight for EVERYONE in our movement. Now is the time to get loud, get visible, and spread awareness on behalf of transgender and non-binary people. So please take the actions below–but don’t stop there.

The more people who show they care, including allies and trans and non-binary people who speak up for the most marginalized in our community, the more hearts and minds we will change.

Sign the Pledge and Impact Change

The first step in voicing your support for the trans and non-binary community is to sign your name to the Count Me In pledge. By taking this action, you’re sending a message that you vow to go out of your way to raise awareness and uplift the lives of our trans and non-binary friends and family.

Provide Inclusive Books to an At-Need Library

Your contribution will provide a set of three books to a Title 1 school or community library serving multiply marginalized populations across the country.

Contact State Legislators

State legislatures are attacking LGBTQ+ folks, particularly trans people, left and right. Show antiequality legislators that we won’t tolerate any more bullying and discrimination.

Request and Show Off Your Sticker

Display your special edition HRC sticker on your car, laptop, water bottle — no matter where you put it, you’ll be saying you support our trans community.

Spread the Word On Social Media

Post these image shares on your social media channels and update your profile photos and let your networks know you believe in a more just and equitable world for trans folks — full stop.

Share a Voice Message of Support

State legislatures are targeting trans kids. Text HEART to 472-472 to share a public message of support for trans youth and show you’re fighting for them.

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Let Kids Play

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We Do

Love travels when we take action to shape a better world. When we step up for our communities, love nurtures. When we share responsibility for our world, love sustains. When we create opportunities for all, love empowers. And when we promote understanding, love welcomes. Because love isn’t just something we feel. It’s something we do.

GIVE THE GIFT OF EQUALITY

This year, celebrate your loved ones, holidays or other special occasions by giving the gift of equality! Gift a membership to the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, host a fundraiser to beneﬁt our work, sign up for our wedding registry or donate in someone’s memory! Each donation includes an HRC membership and furthers the ﬁght for full LGBTQ+ equality.

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Celebrating a special occasion and looking to further LGBTQ+ equality? Join our over 3 million supporters today by giving the gift of membership, hosting a fundraiser, donating your wedding registry to HRC and more!

TRANSGENDER INCLUSION

IN THE WORKPLACE

OF THOSE RATED ON HRC FOUNDATION’S

99%

49% of CEI-rated employers allow employees the option to selfidentify as LGBTQ+ in anonymous employee engagement surveys or as part of data collection on confidential employee forms or in the HRIS system.

94 %

2021 CEI… major employers have adopted workplace gender transition guidelines.

87% of CEI-rated employers explicitly include gender identity as a part of their non-discrimination policy.

OF FORTUNE 500 COMPANIES have non-discrimination protections that include gender identity, UP FROM 3% IN 2002.

Over its 19-year history, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index has been the driving force for the adoption of equitable workplace policies, practices and benefits for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people in the United States and beyond. Participating companies know that building an LGBTQ+-inclusive workplace is not just the right thing to do, it is also the best business decision and allows companies to attract, retain and engage top talent. Their commitment to building inclusion has only strengthened over the past year, with a re

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of all CEI-rated businesses offer transgenderinclusive health insurance coverage, up from 0 in 2002 and 22 times as many businesses as 12 years ago.

600+ of all CEI-rated businesses offer transgender-inclusive health insurance coverage while also eliminating blanket exclusions for medically necessary care in all other employer-sponsored plans.

WHAT WE DO

The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer equality. Since 1980, we have been fighting for a better future for LGBTQ+ Americans. We are now working tirelessly to pass the Equality Act, which will soon head to the U.S. Senate for consideration, fight back against a multitude of anti-LGBTQ+ legis-lation in states nationwide and ensure everyone in our community is treated with dignity and respect. While our opponents are emboldened and on the attack, the Human Rights Campaign and our grass-roots army of more than 3.2 million members and supporters are energetically defending the rights we’ve gained and ramping up our fight for full equality across the board.

ANTI-EQUALITY LEADERS AND LEGISLATION

The alarming spate of anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced across the country in 2020 has continued to surge in 2021. These include bills that would prohibit transgender youth from receiving genderaffirming care and bills that would prohibit transgender youth from participating in sports. This wave of anti-transgender legislation harkens back to the surge of anti-transgender bathroom bills that hit state legislatures in 2016, including North Carolina’s HB2. We remain committed to aggressively fighting these threats to equality by those who seek to undermine our rights. HRC will do whatever it takes to protect the rights and fundamental equality of every LGBTQ+ person in this country.

B U IL DING A ND DEM ONS TR AT ING POLITICAL P OWER

HRC’s decades-long work to build political power has uniquely positioned us to reach LGBTQ+ and ally voters who prioritize equality on the ballot, also known as Equality Voters. HRC has identified 57 million Equality Voters nationwide who, if they turn out to vote, will support pro-equality candidates. HRC’s early and sustained year-round engagement in battleground states like Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin bolstered historic turnout in 2018 and 2020 producing pro-equality outcomes at every level of government. In 2019, HRC’s mobilization of Equality Voters in Virginia, where lawmakers had repeatedly blocked proequality bills over many years, produced groundbreaking progress for LGBTQ+ Americans in the South. These victories led to the Virginia Values Act becoming law, making Virginia the first state in the South to advance statewide nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ+ people.

ADVANCING EQUALITY IN OUR DAILY LIVES

The HRC Foundation improves the lives LGBTQ+ people by building understanding and shaping the public debate of LGBTQ+ people and the challenges they face through innovative research and public education campaigns. We also change the policies and practices in the institutions that shape our everyday lives (hospitals, schools, workplaces, and more) and empower strategic partners, community advocates, and allies through convenings and capacity-building. Guided by these theories of change and seeking to prioritize work impacting those who are multiply marginalized, we have 11 cuttingedge programs advancing equality in the U.S. and beyond.

All Children - All Families is the only national program dedicated to LGBTQ+ inclusion in child welfare (foster care and adoption agencies) that provides resource development, technical assistance and training.

Public Education & Research produces written resources and conducts original quantitative and qualitative research exploring the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ people.

Global Partnerships provides capacity-building and leadership development opportunities to LGBTQ+ advocates from around the world to strengthen movements and advance global LGBTQ+ equality.

HBCU Program is the only national project that partners with Historically Black Colleges and Universities on establishing an LGBTQ+-inclusive campus climate.

Health & Aging provides resources and training to help thousands of healthcare facilities adopt inclusive policies and practices to better serve LGBTQ+ patients and employees.

HIV & Health Equity develops public education and capacitybuilding programs to address the disproportionate impact of HIV on Black and Latinx communities.

Religion & Faith provides faith leaders with opportunities and tools to stand up for equality even as opponents attempt to weaponize faith against LGBTQ+ people.

Transgender Justice Initiative leads economic empowerment programs, capacity-building initiatives, community engagement efforts, and public safety education campaigns that combat the discrimination faced by transgender people.

Welcoming Schools is the only bias-based bullying prevention program in the nation to provide LGBTQ+-specific training and resources with an intersectional lens, developed for use in elementary schools.

Workplace Equality advances equality for LGBTQ+ workers through the adoption and implementation of inclusive policies, practices, and benefits in the U.S. and beyond.

Youth Well-Being provides professional development to over 5,000 youth-serving professionals annually, through the annual Time to THRIVE conference, webinars, participation at major national convenings, and by amplifying the stories of HRC Youth Ambassadors. The program also convenes HRC’s Parents for Transgender Equality Council.

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CA M PA I G N F O U N DAT I O N salutes our Foundation Partners with our heartfelt thanks.

ACLU

ADM

Albertsons

Amazon

Anonymous

Assurant

Baker Hughes

Bank of America

Bath and Body Works

Black Tie Dinner, Inc.

Bloomingdales

Cisco Systems, Inc.

Collingwood Foundation

Comic Relief

CVS Health

Danaher Foundation

David Bohnett Foundation

Enova International

Everytown for Gun Safety

Fortive Foundation

Fred Says

Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Google

JPMorgan Chase Foundation

Kors Le Pere Foundation, The

Kroll

LEGO

Levi Strauss & Co.

Luminate

Lyft, Inc.

Marsh & McLennan Agency

McDonald’s

Morningstar Foundation, The

National Education Association

Neiman Marcus

Nestlé

Nike

PepsiCo Foundation, The Pﬁzer

PhRMA

Pretium

Pronoun

PwC

Raymond James Financial Inc.

RTX

Sempra

S&P Global

Spring Point Partners

TJX Companies

T-Mobile

Toyota

United Airlines

UPS Foundation

USAA

Vanguard

Verizon

ViiV Healthcare

Walt Disney Company

Wells Fargo Foundation

Wellspring Philanthropic Fund

Workday Foundation

The Human Rights Campaign Foundation works to ensure that all Americans have the opportunity to care for their families, earn a living and live open, honest and safe lives at home, at work and in the community.

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For more information about our work, visit www.hrc.org/Foundation

Course is FREE

Participants are paid $500 stipend ($50/week)

For LGBTQ+ Black & Brown and trans & non-binary young adults ages 18-30

Meets weekly for 10 weeks via ZOOM

Includes resume writing and job application support

Covers computer skills and digital literacy

Helps you SET GOALS and go to the Next Level

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We recognize individual differences as a mosaic of opportunities for our business. By nurturing a meaningful and inclusive community of thriving people, with a commitment to equality for all, we strive to bring health through food to as many people as possible.

FRIENDS OF THE NATIONAL DINNER

HRC would like to thank the following members of the Federal Club Council for their additional contribution to underwrite the costs for the National Dinner:

Paul Anagnostos & Brian Price

Dr. Mark Ansley & Peter Miller

Dwayne Ashley & Daniel Munguia

Stephanie M. Barker & Darlene G. Williams

David Beatty & Ryan Kelly

Andrew Beaudoin

Lee Biersdorf

Dan Brelsford & Andrew LaBadie

Eric Bright & Seth Brown-Bright

Alex Chen & Jason Perez

Mark Coker & Kirk Stone

Marc Cote

Lawrence R. Dodd & Anne K. Roby

Brian Donlan & Todd Arp

Scott Drinkard

Cordy Elkins

Bruce E. Franck

Richard Garcia & Jeff Thomas

Eric Green

Zack Hatton-Brown & John L’Ecuyer

Sylvia & David Inchausti

Dennis S. Jolley & Brent B. Simmons

Lisa Kartzman & Janet Pavloff

Noel Landuyt & Gary Schumann

Laure & Lynette Larkin-Matson

Sian Lewis

Susan & Aimee MacCabe

Ross Manges, David Whittaker & Keegan Kral

James Matte & J. Christopher Beck

Marcus O. McElroy

Samantha & Craig Mesenbrink

Charles R. Miller & John Hart

Heather Mills & Brea Silva

Deiadra Burns & Amanda Minkler

Marcia Namowitz & Valerie Terzano

David Peterson

Thomas Roth & Scott Torgan

John Ruffier

Jeffrey & Erik Sawyer

Rob Scamardo

Patrick T. Scarborough & C A Lee III

Thomas See & William Bowdle

John Sell

Catherine & Richard Shae

James Shreve & Mark S. Brashear

Dan Slater & Martin Daly

Monty Smith & Chad Brown

Matt Smith & Jason Berkowitz

Wayne P. Sobon & Robert McDonald

John L. Sullivan

Dennis Syracuse & Gary Northrup

Deb Taft & Terri Rutter

Clare Thomas & Karen Melick

Todd & Amy Venetianer

Audrey Wagner

Amanda Walker

Ron Wallen & Josef Wojtkow

Hudson Young

*as of August 29, 2024

Collective change requires individual action

In a recent study from Deloitte’s DEI Institute™, 74% of workers said they believe equity benefits everyone. But only 59% feel personally responsible for taking action. We can all help change that.

Explore www.deloitte.com/us/powerofi to learn how to tap into your individual strength and create a collective impact.

LEADING WITH LOVE FOR ALL

As a best place to work for LGBTQ+ equality, Neiman Marcus Group is proud to partner with the Human Rights Campaign. Through our HRC Platinum-level partnership and meaningful initiatives that benefit all employees, we believe when we cultivate a culture of Belonging, the world will be a better place.

STAND OUT, STAND PROUD

Nordstrom is honored to partner with the Human Rights Campaign in our celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community and commitment to safeguarding equal rights for all.

Whoever you are, whomever you love—we see you, we hear you and we stand with you.

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Setting the course

At Airbus, we value the unique perspectives of our employees and are committed to a culture of inclusion and diversity that fosters respect and opportunity for all. It’s how the greatest ideas take flight and how Airbus is setting the course for the aerospace industry.

#EmbraceDiversity

We all have ambitions. And working together, valuing each other and respecting our uniqueness creates the best environment for us to achieve them.

Our ambition is bold, to help the world get to net zero by 2050 or sooner. That’s why we value diversity and put being inclusive at the heart of how we operate. It’s also why we’re recognized as a top employer by the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index.

If that sounds like a culture you would thrive in, explore bp.com/careers

CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT IS A PROUD SUPPORTER OF THE HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN

Congratulations on making a difference across the world for LGBTQ+ communities. Thank you, HRC, for focusing on mobilizing those who envision a world strengthened by diversity, where our laws and society treat all people equally, including LGBTQ+ people and those who are multiply marginalized.

Capital One is a proud partner of the Human Rights Campaign. Because every person deserves dignity, equality and respect where they work—and where they bank. Visit capitalonecareers.com/diversity to learn more about life at Capital One.

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Celebrating everyone’s unique magic.

At Cox, inclusion is much more than a word. It’s at the very core of our values. We thrive on what makes us different, empowering our people, clients and communities to build a better future for the next generation. No two employees look or think the same. And we prefer it that way!

Learn how we’re united by our uniqueness at coxenterprises.com/inclusion.

Jason Giorgetti, Cox Communications at the Atlanta Pride Parade with his partner.

LOVE OUT LOUD

FOCUSED ON WHAT MATTERS

MGM Resorts International has a longstanding commitment of supporting the LBGTQ+ community. Through Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts in our workplace, policies and operations, MGM Resorts is proud to be the first in the gaming and hospitality industry to offer same-sex health benefits and has expanded supplier relationships to include LGBTQ+-owned businesses. From the casino floor to corporate headquarters, MGM Resorts strives to stand out as one of the leading companies for workplace equality and has pledged a corporate responsibility to providing resources for EVERYONE to live and thrive as their authentic selves. MGM Resorts proudly supports the Human Rights Campaign.

STARBUCKS is PROUD to PARTNER with the HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN

Starbucks is dedicated to creating experiences and environments where everyone belongs and is respected. This includes our longstanding commitment to support and celebrate our partners (employees) including providing comprehensive benefits for part- and full-time partners, including affordable and inclusive healthcare coverage.

Opening doors to opportunity

When more people have access to the tools, services and financial guidance they need, new doors can open in our communities. That’s what U.S. Bank is for. Visit usbank.com/lgbtq to learn more today.

U.S. Bank is proud to partner with the Human Rights Campaign.

Fostering more equitable communities

Barclays is proud to support the Human Rights Campaign and its mission to achieve fundamental fairness and equality for the LGBTQ+ community.

A culture of belonging.

Best Buy celebrates stories of how technology helps the LGBTQIA+ community �ind, protect and celebrate each other. We believe in tech’s power to create and preserve the vital safe spaces that help the community feel seen and heard. For the 17th year, Best Buy has achieved a 100% rating on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index.

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Opportunity for all.

When we work to facilitate a diverse, inclusive workforce, we unlock our creative spirit and create the tomorrow we wish to see. For everyone.

At Ecolab, we’re proud of our LGBTQ+ employees for their tenacity and diligence in helping to make Ecolab a top place to work. Our company and culture are thriving—all because of the remarkable work and diverse perspectives of our 48,000 associates worldwide. Together, we’re helping our world become cleaner, safer and healthier.

Our impact is strengthened by our unique backgrounds and experiences.

Own your future. Impact what matters.

Explore opportunities and join our talent network to stay connected with us at jobs.ecolab.com

Learn more about LGBTQ+ benefits in our LGBTQ+ Resources Guide on the Working Here page

This is how our communities thrive

Energy is the force driving everything we do. So how can energy work harder?

Exelon, the nation’s largest family of energy companies, has the collective strength and innovative spirit to guide us to an accessible, equitable, clean energy future.

We’re leading initiatives and programs that serve our communities. We’re providing opportunities for small businesses and helping build a diverse workforce. And we’re ensuring that all customers get the safe and reliable energy they count on every day.

This is how we are delivering a better tomorrow for more than 10.5 million customers.

This is Exelon. This is energy at its best.

Maximizing the Potential of All of Our People

At Goldman Sachs, we know that diversity, equity and inclusion are pivotal to our success and culture of excellence.

We proudly sponsor the Human Rights Campaign and support its mission to promote the equality of the LGBTQ+ community and achieve fairness for all.

Proudly Supports the LGBTQIA+ Community

For more than 30 years, Johnson & Johnson has been a leader in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community through our employee policies, business practices and public advocacy.

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What’s your

why?

I WANT OUR COMMUNITY TO FLOURISH IN EVERY WAY.

Why we choose to lend a hand is different for everyone. For us, it’s because we’re committed to making a positive difference in the lives of everyone who makes a home here. That’s why we dedicate our time and resources to the organizations that make the community an even more special place. We’re proud to support The Human Rights Campaign and all you do for all of us. Let’s talk about your why. Visit pnc.com/privatebank to learn more.

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At Regeneron, we have a responsibility and commitment to fostering our culture of inclusion. We strive to be a place where you can be yourself and succeed by fully embracing and suppor ting our LGBTQ+ colleagues.

OUR DIFFERENCES MAKE US STRONGER

At Ross & dd's, we care about our Associates and the communities we serve. We are committed to building diverse teams and an inclusive culture that respects, values, and celebrates the diversity of backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us.

Together we are moving toward

From its inception, the Human Rights Campaign has been a fundamental, proactive force raising the standards of equality and opportunity for LGBTQ+ individuals. Shell has long recognized that a fully inclusive workplace allows our employees and our business to flourish. That’s why we’re a longtime National Corporate Partner of the HRC.

www.shell.us/getconnected

Underwriting Equality Through Action:

• Signing amici curiae in support of LGBTQ+ rights for workers

• Partnering with HRC to share stories, experiences, and resources

• Maintaining top scores on the Corporate Equality Index, the HRC Foundation’s annual scorecard assessing LGBTQ+ workplace equality, for the third year in a row

• Providing financial support to organizations promoting equality, including the National Black Justice Coalition and the Transgender Law Center

• Promoting diversity across our own ecosystem through a dedicated effort to increase gender representation on our portfolio companies’ boards

• Creating an inclusive environment through signage in our offices that encourages employees and guests to use the restroom that bests fits their gender expression

The HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN

salutes our National Partner based in the DC area.

THANK YOU

Virtual reality let me practice hundreds of times before I operated on a real patient.”

- Dr. Anushree Baid, Resident Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital

A resident ophthalmologist, Dr. Anushree Baid trained in Orbis International and FundamentalVR’s virtual reality platform to help learn and refine her surgical technique, helping her perform over 300 life-changing cataract surgeries last year.

The metaverse is having impact today.

Edward Jones celebrates love in all its forms, standing with our LGBTQ+ community and proudly supporting the important work of the Human Rights Campaign.

EVERYTOWN FOR GUN SAFETY IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THIS YEAR’S HRC NATIONAL DINNER. Thank you to the Human Rights Campaign for all that you do to advance full freedom, justice, and equality for LGBTQ+ people. LEARN MORE AT EVERYTOWN.ORG FOLLOW US @EVERYTOWN

Love’s Not Something We Feel, Love’s Something We Do

At GSK and ViiV, our values and expectations are at the heart of everything we do. Being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and making sure we always do the right thing is how we deliver for patients, shareholders and, of course, the people who work at GSK and ViiV.

If this sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, we have opportunities throughout our diverse and innovative businesses.

Visit www.gsk.com/careers and viivhealthcare.com/viiv-careers to learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employers, including disability and veterans Why GSK & ViiV?

The Charles F. Kettering Foundation works to inspire and connect individuals and organizations to advance thriving and inclusive democracies around the globe. We believe all people belong and have the right to engage in and shape a democracy that serves them. We are proud to support the 2024 HRC National Dinner, We Show Up.

www.kettering.org

Grounded in inclusion, innovation, and advocacy, we create unparalleled value and opportunities for every life we touch. We leverage our strong financial foundation and governance for the benefit of seniors and those who support them.

National Senior Communities is a proud supporter of the Human Rights Campaign in its mission to drive LGBTQ+ equality forward. We stand with LGBTQ+ residents and employees, and are committed to creating an environment where all individuals feel a sense of belonging, peace of mind, love, and acceptance. www.nationalseniorcommunities.org

Setting the course

#EmbraceDiversity

NOTHING BETTER IN THE MARKET

For more than 150 years, Brown-Forman has aspired to Nothing Better in the Market than our people and brands. We believe diverse perspectives lead to better decisions, more creative solutions, and a marketplace advantage. In advancing our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we make Brown-Forman a great place to work for everyone.

Please celebrate responsibly.

Explore Careers at Brown-Forman Brown-Forman.com

LOVE AND ACCEPTANCE RISE ABOVE ALL .

Proud to support the Human Rights Campaign.

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Equality. Diversity. Community.

We are a proud sponsor of the Human Rights Campaign . We support their commitment to equality as they work to end discrimination against LGBTQ+ people.

We’re proud to partner with Human Rights Campaign as we continue to help all people live more caring and connected lives.

As proud members of the Business Coalition for the Equality Act, Instacart congratulates Human Rights Campaign on another successful year championing equality for all!

DIVERSITY IS EXCELLENCE

Perkins Coie is proud to be a supporter of Human Rights Campaign and its National Dinner. We foster a culture that supports diverse perspectives, inclusive behaviors, and equitable opportunities for everyone to succeed in service to our clients, the legal profession, our communities, and each other.

“If

we desire a society without discrimination, then we must not discriminate against anyone in the process of building this society.”

—Bayard Rustin

WilmerHale is proud to support the Human Rights Campaign’s 2024 National Dinner. We commend the HRC’s fight for equality, equity and liberation for the LGBTQ+ community.

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CONGRATULATIONS FROM THE EVERYDAY HEROES OF

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are our foundations for innovation and drive our business forward.

Comcast NBCUniversal is proud to support the Human Rights Campaign and its National Dinner.

Stites & Harbison is a proud sponsor of the Human Rights Campaign. We strive to provide an environment that supports a culture of belonging for everyone while valuing the uniqueness of each individual. Learn more at stites.com

Raise a glass to equality for all.

Sonoma-Cutrer, a distinguished winery within The Duckhorn Portfolio, is proud to support the Human Rights Campaign as an LGBTQ+ ally and is honored to continue as the Official Wine Host of the National Dinner.

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