Spotlight On Success

ONE Community, a member-based coalition of socially responsible businesses, organizations and individuals who support diversity, inclusion and equality for all Arizonans, announced the 2017 honorees Spotlight on Success Awards Aug. 8.

The seventh annual Spotlight on Success Awards luncheon and networking cocktail reception will take place Oct. 20 at the Sheraton Grand Phoenix.

“We are thrilled to be honoring leaders in the community who understand that diversity and inclusion greatly benefit our wonderful state socially and economically,” said Angela Hughey, ONE Community president. “Our differences are our strength, and these illustrious honorees are promoting and cultivating an environment that celebrates, respects and protects everyone.”

This year’s Unity Agent Award will be presented to Rev. Debra Peevey, who has dedicated her life serving as a trailblazer for equality in the LGBTQ community across the country. Over the years, Rev. Peevey has worked tirelessly as a pastor, hospice chaplain, spiritual director and faith director in numerous settings, as well as identifying and training faith leaders across a broad spectrum of faith traditions to speak about and support equality.

With more than 30 years of experience working for the inclusion of LGBT persons as full participants in the life and leadership of the church and society, Peevey has spent her professional life speaking with clergy and persons of faith from all traditions about the benefits of inclusion, and how as a person of faith, she is called to live out her ministry by seeing the value of all individuals and the unique role they play in the mosaic of our community.

Meet the 2017 Spotlight on Success honorees:

  • Diane Veres – Southwest Regional President, Clear Channel Outdoor

  • Tony Felice – partner, Felice Whitney PR

  • Roberto Yanez – president, Univision New York

  • Silvana Salcido Esparza – owner and chef, Barrio Cafe

  • Rabbi Robert L. Kravitz, D.D. – Jewish Family & Children’s Services

  • Vince Kozar – chief operating officer, Phoenix Mercury

 

Source: One Community.

Keep readingShow less
whiskey

WhistlePig and Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake Wind Tunnel-Trialed Whiskey Is a Ryed You Don’t Want to Miss

WhistlePig + Alfa Romeo F1

SHOREHAM, VT (September 13, 2023) — WhistlePig Whiskey, the leaders in independent craft whiskey, and Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake are waving the checkered flag on a legend-worthy release that’s taking whiskey to G-Force levels. The Limited Edition PiggyBack Legends Series: Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake Barrel is a high Rye Whiskey selected by the Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake drivers, with barrels trialed in their wind tunnel to ensure a thrilling taste in every sip.

The third iteration in WhistlePig’s Single Barrel PiggyBack Legends Series, the Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake Barrel is bottled at 96.77 proof, a nod to Valtteri Bottas’ racing number, 77, and the precision of racing. Inspired by Zhou Guanyu, the first Chinese F1 driver, this Rye Whiskey is finished with lychee and oolong tea. Herbal and floral notes of the oolong tea complement the herbaceous notes of WhistlePig’s signature PiggyBack 100% Rye, rounded out with a juicy tropical fruit finish and a touch of spice.

Keep readingShow less
hormones

5 Things You Need to Know About Hormone Therapy From an Lgbtq+ Nurse Practitioner

by Spectrum Medical Care Center

Nurse Practitioner Ari Kravitz

When I started medical transition at 20 years old, it was very difficult to get the care I needed for hormone replacement therapy because there are very few providers trained in starting hormones for trans people, even though it’s very similar to the hormones that we prescribe to women in menopause or cisgender men with low testosterone.

I hope more providers get trained in LGBTQ+ healthcare, so they can support patients along their individual gender journey, and provide the info needed to make informed decisions about their body. I’ve personally seen my trans patients find hope and experience a better quality of life through hormone replacement therapy.

Keep readingShow less
resorts

Descanso Resort Awarded 2023 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best

by Descanso Resort

Descanso Resort swimming pool and lounge area

Descanso Resort, Palm Springs' premier destination for gay men, just received Tripadvisor's highest honor, a Travelers' Choice "Best of the Best" award for 2023. Based on guests' reviews and ratings, fewer than 1% of Tripadvisor's 8 million listings around the world receive the coveted "Best of the Best" designation. Descanso ranked 12th in the top 25 small inns and hotels category in the United States. Quite an accomplishment!

Open less than two years, Descanso Resort offers gay men a relaxing and luxurious boutique hotel experience just minutes away from Palm Springs' buzziest restaurants, nightclubs, and shopping. Descanso has quickly established itself as a top destination for sophisticated gay travelers, earning hundreds of 5-star guest reviews and consistently ranking in Trapadvisor's top positions alongside brother properties Santiago Resort and Twin Palms Resort.

Keep readingShow less
AboutCareersPitch a storyAdvertise with usContact PrivacyTerms
Copyright © 2022 OUTvoices