The Capital Pride Alliance Announces New Members to its Board of Directors

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Contact: Marquia Parnell
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Washington, DC (February 5, 2026) – The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA) today announced the selection of 13 new members to its Board of Directors, who join 12 returning board members. The new board is one of the largest and most diverse in the organization’s history. Together, the 25-member board brings extensive expertise across community advocacy, nonprofit leadership, business development, arts and culture, public service, and LGBTQ+ equality efforts.

“Capital Pride is entering an exciting new chapter, sustained by the collective strength, dedication, and diversity of our leadership,” said Anna Jinkerson, Capital Pride Alliance Board Chair. “With 13 new members joining our board alongside returning leaders, we are proud to have a board that truly reflects the rich diversity of the National Capital Region. Together, our board is fully committed to supporting the outstanding work of our staff and volunteers, and to amplifying LGBTQ+ visibility, advancing equity, and fostering a thriving, connected community.”

This expanded board will support CPA’s strategic priorities, including year-round community programming, strengthening community partnerships, advancing accessibility and equity efforts, and supporting one of the nation’s largest annual Pride celebrations.

“Our board’s expansion demonstrates our ongoing commitment to CPA’s mission and addresses the unique challenges facing our community in a world that is challenging our existence,” said Ryan Bos, CEO and President of the Capital Pride Alliance. “Our returning and new board members will bring experience, passion, and new ideas, that will help us expand our Pride365 initiatives and welcome all to future Capital Pride celebrations.”

 

Here is a full list of the Capital Pride Alliance’s Board of Directors:

Newly Appointed Board Members

Ava Elaine Bagley

James Cerasia

Rubi Flores

Bob Gilchrist

Samantha Hurley

Samantha Johnson

Don Jodrey

John Marsh

SC Nealy

Zion Peters

Thomas Pitchford

Kaniya Walker

Shane Westmoreland

 Returning Board Members

Kim Baker

Taylor Chandler

Robert Code

Anna Jinkerson

Anthony Musa

Dai Nyguyen

Lukas Pietrzak

Giovanni Rocco

Natalie Thompson

Vernon Wall

Jody Wright

Robert York

 

About The Capital Pride Alliance

The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA), located in Washington, DC, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the needs of the LGBTQ+ community all year long, through educational programs, major events, fundraising, outreach and advocacy, providing platforms for visibility, and supporting the work of our many community organizations and local businesses.

Visit www.CapitalPride.org to learn more about us!

 

About Pride365

Pride365 is a national platform with a local focus, designed to celebrate, empower, and connect the LGBTQ+ community 365 days a year. By integrating media, commerce, funding, and community engagement, Pride365 aims to amplify LGBTQ+ voices, foster inclusion, and drive sustainable impact at both national and grassroots levels.

Visit www.Pride365.org to learn more!

 

 

 

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