MEET THE
TEAM
THIS IS US
A caring group of people who believe in building a more vibrant, connected and collaborative LGBT+ community.
Founding Member
PETE
KING G3 PRODUCER
Born in
Phoenix AZ
Coming out at the onset of the AIDS crisis, Pete decided early on to dedicate his life to making a difference in the LGBT Community. He has served on numerous boards, raised millions of dollars for charitable causes and produced huge events including pride events in San Francisco, Oakland and Hayward , walkathons for AIDS and Multiple Sclerosis, the Hairrison Bear Street Fair in San Francisco, The Lifespan 10K across the SF-Oakland Bay Bridge, The ILGA World Summit, The Official Worldwide Stonewall 30 Celebrations in Oakland and Johannesburg, The first AIDS Quilt display from Africa, the first queer hip hop festival "Peace Out," The 1986 Interpride Conference, CAPI Conferences (including the first one), the first Bay Area Police LGBT Sensitivity Training and the largest ever rainbow flag display.
Coming back to Arizona in 2009 to retire and care for his mom, Pete got involved with the local Tucson community, creating social events like G3, special events like the June SummerPride Festival and a variety of dance parties and theatrical shows. He has also spearheaded several community initiatives including the ENGAGE Blockparty to celebrate the Supreme Court's Marriage Equality decision and The VETO SB1062 campaign.
When he is not organizing something he is most likely indulging his other great passion in life --- traveling and exploring the world.
Founding Member
SCOTT
McMANUS
Born in
Englewood NJ
Scott is one of the most prolific volunteers in Tucson and has been a crusader for AIDS services in Tucson. He is a caregiver to his mother and sister, and an inspiration to all who know him. Why is he single?
Founding Member
GEORGE VISSICHELLLI
Born in
New York City NY
George is on the board of TIHAN, he loves hanging out in Rocky Point and is a massage therapist. He also is part owner of English Hair salon. So get in touch with George if you need a trim -- or a happy ending LOL.
MIKKI
SULLIVAN
Born in
Minneapolis MN
More than just a token lesbian, Mikki is a sensational lesbian with years of experience. A registered nurse who has been on the front line of the covid pandemic, she is a staunch human and animal rights advocate and volunteers for numerous charities.
MATT
CADY
Born in
Los Angeles CA
If you ever get invited to Matt's for dinner...Go! He is a butcher with Safeway so the man knows how to handle meat. Matt also loves to entertain and when not cooking something fabulous can be found at adult bookstores researching new recipes.
Founding Member
BRIAN
FLEURY
Born somewhere
in Oregon
Brian (a.k.a Betty Ford Fairlane) is fabulous, loves water sports, cowboys and camping, motorcycles and jeeps ... and the occasional cocktail.
RICKY
HARRISON
Born in
Austin TX
Even though he's from Texas, she ain't no dumb blonde. After attending nursing school in Tucson, Ricky decided to stay and now helps prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS by heading up prevention programs at SAAF.
Founding Member
CURT
BEALL
Born in
Buffalo NY
Curt is the kind of guy who always lends a hand, with his friends and in the community, having served on countless boards and committees of various organization in Tucson. It is against the law to say anything bad about Curt.
ROLLAND
FRANCIS
Born in
Port Huron MI
Rolland is a social butterfly who loves the outdoors, hanging out with friends and going places. A Michigan man who calls Tucson home, he works for Amtrak.