The unassuming transgender teen from Gloucester never sought the spotlight for an act as simple as using the restroom. But through his persistence, Gavin has shone a light on the needs of transgender students in our schools.
Most visibly, Michael has served as president and many other volunteer roles for Hampton Roads Pride since 2012. Beyond that, he’s a driving force behind human rights policies from local and state government to law enforcement.
Dr. Charles Ford, author, activist, and Professor of History at Norfolk State University is in many ways the voice of Coastal Virginia’s LGBT community.
Claus has been at the forefront of Coastal Virginia’s LGBTQ community since he founded Decorum Furniture in 1975. He has not only been an advocate for local businesses but a leader in local, state and national LGBTQ issues ranging from AIDS activism to marriage equality
Ben LeBrun, realtor extraordinaire at Greg Garrett Realty.com, is a lifelong Hampton Roads resident and has been a leading LGBTQ realtor since 2011. This is his second year voted as best Realtor.
Best Straight Ally
Best Financial Planner Cindy Cutler
Hampton Roads native Cindy Cutler is a lifelong advocate for LGBT rights and tireless fundraiser for the community. She works at New York Life’s Norfolk General Office.
Hampton resident Michael Hamar PC handles residential and commercial real estate transactions, will and estate planning, and legal services for corporate law and business transactions. He’s also a charter member of HRBOR and a visible face for the LGBT community.
As owner of Barry’s For Hair in Hampton for 20 years, Barry has established a reputation for outstanding customer care. He and his husband, Michael Hamar, are vocal advocates for the LGBTQ community.
