2023 HRC South Florida Dinner Program Book

Human Rights Campaign South Florida Dinner

THANK YOU TO OUR LOCAL SPONSORS

WELCOME LETTER

Welcome to the 2023 Human Rights Campaign South Florida Dinner and Auction!

On behalf of the South Florida Board of Governors and Steering Committee, we welcome you to a night of celebration and renewed vigor in the fight for LGBTQ+ equality. The HRC South Florida Steering Committee has been hard at work over the last many months to make this even possible and could not be happier to have you all here with us this evening.

However, without question, we are facing incredibly challenging and difficult times here in Florida despite all we have worked so hard to accomplish. We still have forces which continue to undermine our achievements, roll back crucial protections, and try to erode our base and marginalize the LGBTQ+ community.

Tonight as we come together, we must continue to stand together and support HRC’s vital work across our nation and around the world, but tonight is just one night in our ongoing efforts to change hearts and minds. To maximize our efforts, we, as your dinner tri-chairs, are asking directly for your help to give back whether it be volunteering your valuable time or donating whatever you are able.

We are honored to have you join us this evening, whether you are a member, a part of our Federal Club or Federal Club Council (Major Donors) a Corporate Sponsor, Silent Auction Donor, or a guest. We thank you for being here!

This evening could not have been possible without the help of so many people:

Thank you to our outstanding South Florida Steering Committee, for your time and energy in making this incredible evening possible, and your tireless efforts supporting the mission of HRC. Thank you to tonight’s honorees, speakers, and entertainers for using your talents and visibility to passionately advocate for the rights of our community. You have truly changed hearts and minds on a massive global scale.

Thank you to our corporate, individual, and organizational donors who give so generously to make this evening a reality – we owe you tremendous gratitude for your financial support of tonight’s program, and our work. Finally, we would like to thank each of you– members of this community, allies and supporters of LGBTQ+ equality worldwide. Your support, passion, and commitment to the efforts of HRC is humbling and inspiring.

Yours in Equality,

Jasmin Lewis, Adrianna Tender, and Tatiana Williams

2023 HRC South Florida Dinner

Tri-Chairs

COMEDIAN Dana Goldberg

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

Along life’s journey let’s travel together.

American Airlines is a longstanding partner of the Human Rights Campaign. American is a proud advocate for LGBTQ rights in the Twin Cities and beyond.

Amrit Kapai

VISIBILITY AWARD HONOREE

Amrit Kapai is currently a partner at Goldstein & McClintock LLLP in Miami, FL, where he specializes in corporate restructuring and litigation. In addition to practicing law, Amrit found another meaningful calling: serving as a voice for the South Asian LGBTQ+ community through his cast member role on Bravo TV’s Family Karma. Amrit has been recognized internationally for his groundbreaking role in Family Karma. Most recently, Amrit earned a spot on the coveted Out 100 list, which recognizes members of the LGBTQ+ community for their trailblazing, ripple-inducing, and cultureshifting impact around the world. In addition, Emory University, his alma mater, recognized Amrit in their 2021 class of 40 Under Forty, a program spotlighting selected alumni across a variety of vocations for having made a significant impact in business, research, leadership, public service and/or philanthropic endeavors. Finally, his televised coming out to his late grandmother was instrumental in Family Karma securing a nomination for Best Outstanding Reality Series at the 2022 GLAAD Media Awards.

Everybody.

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

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

Alfredo Olvera

LOCAL HONOREE

Alfredo is a proud Ecuadorian immigrant, licensed Real Estate Agent, activist and community leader. As a longtime resident of South Florida, and an activist in his community, he has volunteered and served as co-chair of the Human Rights Campaign South Florida Steering Committee, Advisory Board Member for Ruth’s List Broward and Ruth List Florida, Alternate Director for the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus, and is currently serving on the Board of the Pride Center and as President of the Dolphin Democrats LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus in Broward County.

As President of the Dolphin Democrats, Alfredo increased membership, created voter outreach and educational programs, doubled fundraising goals for the organization, revamped the endorsement process, and successfully endorsed a record number of candidates with a record winning rate.

He is dedicated to building bridges between elected officials and their constituents, educating voters, promoting women and minorities to leadership positions, helping candidates win elections and advocating for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community.

Kimberley Locke

PERFORMER

Kimberley Locke’s career took off after being the last girl standing on Season 2 of American Idol and has since continued to work in the entertainment industry in various capacities. While singing continues to be her anchor, she’s also a motivational speaker & coach, and she loves to cook. You can catch her online cooking show, “What’s Cooking with Kimberley” on YouTube. Over the last few years, she’s been whipping up some delicious recipes as the co-host with the legendary Chef Emeril Lagasse on “Everyday Emeril.”

This past year Kimberley released 2 music projects, a lullaby album titled, “You’re My Baby” and a new Christmas album titled, “Christmas Is Here.” Kimberley’s last Christmas album was released in 2005 and had three #1 songs on the charts which lead Billboard Magazine to coin her as “The Queen of Christmas.” The title single from the new album “Christmas Is Here” is a cover originally performed by the late great Donna Summer. The album is comprised of some fun and obscure holiday covers as well as a few originals. This album has a bit of a retro, funky feel which can be attributed to the band EMP3 out of Brooklyn, NY. Kimberley and the band are giving you up beat holiday music that will lift your spirits and make your season bright!

In 2011 Kimberley created I AM Entertainment, a company created for artists by artists where she consults with other aspiring and established artist to grow their brand and help them cultivate and tell their stories to a broader audience. It’s a very exciting time for I AM Entertainment as they are currently expanding, offering services to other businesses and non-profits alike.

WIN AN ALL-NEW 2023 LEXUS RX 350 THAT’S AS AS YOU

In the drive toward equality, every mile matters. And here’s your chance to claim them in style. The boldly sculpted exterior and luxuriously appointed interior of the Lexus RX 350 make it a great companion on any journey. Especially the ones that matter the most.

HRCNATIONALDINNER.ORG/RAFFLE

Participants must be legal residents of the United States, age 21 or older, and possess a valid driver’s license in order to enter. Raffle entry ends when 1500 tickets are sold or 2/1/23, which ever is sooner. Official Rules, prize description and odds disclosure may be obtained at www.hrcnationaldinner.org/raffle. Sponsored by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, a charitable corporation incorporated in the District of Columbia and registered as a 501(c)(3) entity. Vehicle is shown with optional equipment and is not actual prize vehicle. All proceeds from the raffle will be put towards the charitable endeavors of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Money given to HRCF is not tax deductible if exchanged for a raffle ticket. Winner must take delivery of prize from the automobile dealership designated by Lexus. The winner must comply with all applicable laws and pay all income tax, sales tax, license, title and registration fees and any other costs and/or third party fees associated with acceptance and use of the raffle prize, including without limitation any travel or transportation costs associated with winning the Vehicle. By law, HRCF will provide the raffle winner with an appropriate Internal Revenue Service Form W-2G that will indicate the raffle winner has received income in the amount of the fair market value of the Vehicle and collect the required federal income tax. HRCF reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotional event/raffle at any time. No Human Rights Campaign employees or spouses, Human Rights Campaign Foundation employees or spouses or Lexus employees or the immediate families of Lexus employees may participate. Licensed by Office of Lottery and Charitable Games. © 2022 HRCF. The odds of winning are 1:1500. Aggregate value of the prize: $50,000. Winner need not be present to win. *Ratings achieved using the required premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 or higher. If premium fuel is not used, performance will decrease. ©2022 Lexus.

The most impactful way to support HRC 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 in 2022, invest more deeply in our grassroots efforts with strategic organizing in key districts, keep pressure to pass the Equality Act in the U.S. Senate and continue to show up and fight for the multiply marginalized in our community and country.

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

LEADING WITH FOR ALL Love

As one of the few large corporations in the United States led by an openly gay CEO, Neiman Marcus Group is proud to be recognized as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality. We’re committed to our HRC Platinum-level partnership and to leading meaningful initiatives that benefit all.

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.

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.

(Msg&dataratesmayapply. Recurring msgs. TxtSTOP2quit. HELP4info.)

Let Kids Play

Rebekah is a 14-year-old girl who loves school, reading, hanging out with her friends and playing field hockey. But lawmakers across the country are trying to pass laws that would prohibit Rebekah from playing sports with other girls.

Wear Your Support

From T-shirts to pins to socks to masks, you can show off your support for trans equality no matter where you are, who you’re with or what you’re doing.

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. Can we count you in?

Transgender Justice eNewsletter

Stay up to date on our Transgender Justice Initiative and what we’re doing to dismantle stigma and end the epidemic of violence against trans and gender non-conforming people.

Diversity is a key component at Northrop Grumman - a proud Platinum sponsor of the Human Rights Campaign.

ngc.com/diversity

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.

GOAL HRC MEMBER

HOST A FUNDRAISER FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY, GRADUATION, PRIDE OR MO RE

DONATE YOUR WEDDING REGISTRY

FLY A FLAG

GIVE A MEMBERSHIP

FOR HOLIDAYS & SPECIAL OCCASIO NS

DONATE IN HONOR OR ME MO RY O F SOMEONE

GIV E TH E GIF T OF EQUALIT Y TODAY hrc.im/WaysToGive

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!

Target is proud to sponsor HRC in continuing our shared mission of creating accessible and a rming spaces for the LGBTQIA+ community.

Together, we #takepride

TRANSGENDER INCLUSION

IN THE WORKPLACE

94 %

600+

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

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.

99%

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 record-breaking number of corporations achieving top marks

91%

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.

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

OF THOSE RATED ON HRC FOUNDATION’S 2021 CEI… major employers have adopted workplace gender transition guidelines.

87%

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.

BU ILDING A ND DEMONSTR 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.

THE HU MA N RIGHTS

CAMPAIG N FO UN DATI ON salutes our Foundation Partners with our

heartfelt thanks.

ADM

ANONYMOUS ASSURANT

AT&T

BANK OF AMERICA

BLACK TIE DINNER, INC

BRIGHTHOUSE FINANCIAL

CARMAX

CARLSON FAMILY FOUNDATION

CENTENE CORPORATION

CERNER

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.

COCA-COLA FOUNDATION, THE COLLINGWOOD FOUNDATION

COMIC RELIEF

DANAHER FOUNDATION

DAVID BOHNETT FOUNDATION

E. RHODES AND LEONA B.

CARPENTER FOUNDATION

ELECTRONIC ARTS

ESPN

EVERYTOWN FOR GUN SAFETY

FORTIVE FOUNDATION

GILEAD SCIENCES, INC

GOOGLE

GUIDEWIRE

HEYDAY FOUNDATION

HOME DEPOT IKEA

JPMORGAN CHASE

KORS LE PERE FOUNDATION, THE LEGO

LEVI STRAUSS & CO

LYFT, INC

MARSH & MCLENNAN AGENCY

MATCH GROUP

METLIFE FOUNDATION

MORNINGSTAR FOUNDATION, THE NATIONAL EDUCATION

ASSOCIATION

NORTONLIFELOCK

OPEN SOCIETY FOUNDATIONS

PEPSICO FOUNDATION, THE PFIZER

PhRMA

PRONOUN

PVH

RAYTHEON

ROCKEFELLER FOUNDATION

RUSSELL GRINNELL

MEMORIAL TRUST

SIRIUS XM

S&P GLOBAL STATE FARM

T-MOBILE TOYOTA

TWITTER

UNITED AIRLINES

UPS FOUNDATION

USAA

U S BANK

VANGUARD

VERIZON

VIIV HEALTHCARE WARNERMEDIA

WORKDAY FOUNDATION

ZENDESK

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. The HRC Foundation is a non-profit tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization.

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

Equal in our

We’re di�erent in di�erent ways. But the same in one. Every single one of us has a heart.

MAKE US OUR DIFFERENCES

STRONGER Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

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 EQUALITY AND EXCELLENCE

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

Be Proud Be Equal

IBM is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and non-binary individuals. Our success in creating an open and welcoming environment—regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression—has allowed us to attract and retain valuable new talent.

IBM is a proud National Corporate Partner of the Human Rights Campaign.

beequal.com

Protecting What’s Vital.

Ecolab is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. We touch what is fundamental to quality of life and in all things, we do what’s right, what’s fair, what’s honest.

We’re proud to be a place where the diverse perspectives of our 45,000 associates worldwide are valued. And we’re proud to support the Human Rights Campaign.

PepsiCo is proud to be a long-standing National Corporate Partner of the Human Rights Campaign. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is simultaneously a moral and a business imperative. We are proud to have a long history of supporting our LGBTQ+ employees and consumers

pepsico.com/about/diversity-and-engagement

Furthering human progress through technology

Our core purpose is to further human progress through technology, and nowhere is this opportunity more apparent than amid the 4th Industrial Revolution. We believe humanity is always at its best when it produces innovative technologies that advance the ways we live and work.

In support of this purpose, our mission is to deliver amazing customer experiences with networking, cloud and security solutions that power next-gen business applications. We aim to democratize complex and cutting-edge technologies and deliver simple solutions, so our customers can focus on innovation, not their IT.

Our philosophy of continuous improvement means we tirelessly pursue exceptional outcomes for our customers, partners and team. And we do all this while boldly embracing change with a daring spirit to excite and inspire our customers to imagine new possibilities.

PROUDLY SUPPORTS THE

HUMAN RIGHTS

CAMPAIGN

LOVE ALL SERVE ALL

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Memorial Healthcare System supports awareness of LGBTQ+ issues and how they affect the delivery of highquality, patient- and family-centered healthcare to all.

We work hard to reduce health disparities among the many different communities we serve, including LGBTQ+.

Memorial is committed to providing the LGBTQ+ community with access to safe, culturally competent care - and making South Broward an inclusive community in which all are welcome.

Providing safe and inclusive care for the LGBTQ+ population

MHS.net

2023 Human Rights Campaign South Florida Dinner

Proudly supports the Fulfilling lives, every day, for our customers, our communities, and each other