Jess Houser (she/her)

President

Associate Broker, Home Sweet RVA at Nest Realty

"I joined to grow my personal and business network, be a part of and build community, and support local LGBTQ+ businesses and entrepreneurs."

Billy Bryan (he/him)

Vice-President

Owner, Whisk Bakery Cafe

“I joined the Chamber to support and uplift LGBTQ+-owned small businesses, connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, and help create a stronger platform for visibility and success."

Matt Pritchett (he/him)

Membership Committee Co-Chair

Mortgage Consultant, The Cowart Team of NFM Lending

"I am an advocate for supporting and uplifting queer-owned businesses and building a strong LGBTQIA+ referral network. I look forward to contributing to the Richmond LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce’s growth and outreach.”

Greg Hofbauer (he/him)

Fundraising Committee Co-Chair

CEO, Hofbauer Consulting

"I joined the LGBTQ Chamber and board to support our region's diverse entrepreneurs through participation, representation, and collaboration."

Paige Poprocky

Marketing Committee

Owner + Chief Marketing Officer, The Richmond Experience

"As a business owner, I joined the Richmond LGBTQ Chamber to connect with other LGBTQ+ professionals, support our local business community, and help amplify the incredible people and organizations that make Richmond such a special place to live and work."

Louis Rouleau

Advocacy Committee

Attorney, Holland & Knight, LLC

“As a rising tide lifts all boats, so too do LGBTQ entrepreneurs and businesses. I joined to do my part to ensure we continue to rise stronger and together.”

Kimmothy Cole (they|them)

Events Committee

Owner + Director of Programming, Us Wild Thems

"The LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce has given me the opportunity to make new friends and connect to professional opportunities. I want to work alongside other chamber members to build up what is already growing and extend those opportunities to others."

Daniel White

Fundraising Committee

Owner + Sr. Project Manager, Hit Play

"I joined the Chamber to help LGBTQ+ businesses and organizations put their best foot forward. After years of producing events across Richmond, I want to bring that energy to growing our community and supporting fellow entrepreneurs."

Aris Kelly

Events Committee

Planner + Designer, The Hive Wedding Collective

"So many things in Richmond run on relationships, and the Chamber's events are a safe, friendly place to build relationships, both professional and personal. As a member of the Board, I hope to build on the Chamber's successes and find new ways to encourage collaboration and growth!"