Pride Board 2024-2025
Executive Board
President
Melissa Kosbab (she/her) is a dedicated crafter and crocheter. She enjoys meeting people and being involved in the community. She is a huge animal lover and proud mom to her fur babies (Meap, Ollie, Tiny, Bo, Slate, Citrine and Jade). She is excited to take the reigns and is looking forward to watching Pride on The Plains continue to thrive! [email protected]
Melissa Kosbab (she/her) is a dedicated crafter and crocheter. She enjoys meeting people and being involved in the community. She is a huge animal lover and proud mom to her fur babies (Meap, Ollie, Tiny, Bo, Slate, Citrine and Jade). She is excited to take the reigns and is looking forward to watching Pride on The Plains continue to thrive! [email protected]
Vice President
Chase Chaplin (He/Him) is originally from Mobile, Al but has lived in the Auburn area for 6 years now. He is currently pursuing a Masters in Social Work and feels passionately about trans healthcare and providing resources and support for the community. In stepping into the role of VP, Chase hopes to continue growing community support and resources. [email protected]
Chase Chaplin (He/Him) is originally from Mobile, Al but has lived in the Auburn area for 6 years now. He is currently pursuing a Masters in Social Work and feels passionately about trans healthcare and providing resources and support for the community. In stepping into the role of VP, Chase hopes to continue growing community support and resources. [email protected]
[email protected]Secretary and Communications
Chris Landry (He/Him) is excited to serve as the Secretary. Throughout the year, he works at Auburn University supporting students and families in their transition to college. He also works with the GLBTA Network of the Association for Orientation, Transition, and Retention in Higher Education to train folks to facilitate "Safe Zone" sessions and to organize queer-focused initiatives for members. He has lived in the Auburn/Opelika area for three years and is grateful for the home and family he’s found here! [email protected]
Chris Landry (He/Him) is excited to serve as the Secretary. Throughout the year, he works at Auburn University supporting students and families in their transition to college. He also works with the GLBTA Network of the Association for Orientation, Transition, and Retention in Higher Education to train folks to facilitate "Safe Zone" sessions and to organize queer-focused initiatives for members. He has lived in the Auburn/Opelika area for three years and is grateful for the home and family he’s found here! [email protected]
Treasurer
Bob Cloud (He/Him) is a graduate of Auburn University and works for Auburn City Schools. He has lived in the Auburn area for 20+ years and is excited to serve on the board. Bob enjoys watching most sports and playing tennis. [email protected]
Bob Cloud (He/Him) is a graduate of Auburn University and works for Auburn City Schools. He has lived in the Auburn area for 20+ years and is excited to serve on the board. Bob enjoys watching most sports and playing tennis. [email protected]
Board of Governors
Parades
Outreach
Erin Cooper is excited to continue working tirelessly around the community to work with other local organization toward LGBTQ inclusivity.
Erin Cooper is excited to continue working tirelessly around the community to work with other local organization toward LGBTQ inclusivity.
Merchandise Chair
Reagan James is excited to step into the role of Merchandise Chair. They are excited to be a part of the Pride on The Plains family and ready for a fun year! [email protected]
Reagan James is excited to step into the role of Merchandise Chair. They are excited to be a part of the Pride on The Plains family and ready for a fun year! [email protected]
Public Relations
Ash Parsons (He/They) is from Auburn originally and happy to be back on the Plains. They are a preschool teacher in the local area. He has a passion for graphic design and is active on most social media platforms. They are excited to contribute to Pride on the Plains as this year's Public Relations board member. In their free time, they love to work on cosplay and play with their pets. [email protected]
Ash Parsons (He/They) is from Auburn originally and happy to be back on the Plains. They are a preschool teacher in the local area. He has a passion for graphic design and is active on most social media platforms. They are excited to contribute to Pride on the Plains as this year's Public Relations board member. In their free time, they love to work on cosplay and play with their pets. [email protected]
Events
Allie Fox(She/They) is a photographer in Auburn and Opelika. She moved to Auburn in 2020 and has spent her time focused on building safe queer spaces in Auburn by creating the Queer Kids Closet to provide gender affirming fashion to kids and young adults in the Auburn/Opelika area. They have a transgender son and is passionate about building a better Auburn for the next generation. [email protected]
Allie Fox(She/They) is a photographer in Auburn and Opelika. She moved to Auburn in 2020 and has spent her time focused on building safe queer spaces in Auburn by creating the Queer Kids Closet to provide gender affirming fashion to kids and young adults in the Auburn/Opelika area. They have a transgender son and is passionate about building a better Auburn for the next generation. [email protected]