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Home / Center News / Welcoming Our Newest Board Member: Johnny Benjamin

Welcoming Our Newest Board Member: Johnny Benjamin

March 4, 2025 by Corey Mohr Leave a Comment

Today, we’re excited to introduce Johnny Benjamin, one of our newest board members, whose commitment to LGBTQ+ rights and community empowerment is truly inspiring.

Name & a nickname you go by (if you have one):
Johnny Benjamin

Current Job Title/Employer:
Private Client Senior Accountant at Brown Advisory

Past Experience:
Former Collections Remarketing Specialist at Port Alliance FCU

What are some of your skills, abilities, talents?:
I play the saxophone, albeit at a very amateur level.

How did you become interested in this position?:
I was profoundly inspired by my late friend, Charles Kirtland. As a former chairman of the board, he consistently encouraged me to use my voice for the betterment of the community.

What makes our organization’s mission powerful to you?:
The loss of nearly an entire generation to the HIV/AIDS epidemic and the government’s neglect of our community underscore the importance of protecting and advocating for our own.

What is an interesting thing about you that most people don’t know?:
I organize a local drag pageant and have a passion for traveling.

What would you like to say about joining the LGBT Life Center Board of Directors?:
I am deeply honored to join the Board of Directors and am committed to serving our community to the best of my ability.

LGBT Life Center’s Board of Directors plays a crucial role in guiding our organization’s mission, ensuring financial sustainability, and advocating for the needs of our community. Board members volunteer their time, expertise, and leadership to strengthen the Center’s programs and services, helping us continue to provide life-saving support, healthcare, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals and people living with HIV. Their service is an investment in a stronger, healthier future for our community.

Join us in welcoming Johnny to the LGBT Life Center Board! Stay tuned as we introduce more of our new board members. 🌈✨

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