501 N Orlando Avenue STE 313 PMB 191, Winter Park, Florida 32789, United States
Winter Park PRIDE Project Board of Directors
Thor Falk, Founder (he/him)
Thor Falk, Founder (he/him)
Thor Falk, Founder (he/him)
Thor Falk came to Winter Park in 1978 as a freshman at Rollins College. Graduating in 1982, his first job was working as a manager at the East India Ice Cream Company – a place many in Winter Park remember fondly! He obtained his MBA from the University of Central Florida where he began a career in Marketing Research. After many years
Thor Falk came to Winter Park in 1978 as a freshman at Rollins College. Graduating in 1982, his first job was working as a manager at the East India Ice Cream Company – a place many in Winter Park remember fondly! He obtained his MBA from the University of Central Florida where he began a career in Marketing Research. After many years in the industry, he opened his own firm Falk Research Associates, Inc. in 2000.
Thor founded the Winter Park PRIDE Project because he believes LGBTQ+ members of our community and visitors need to know they are valued, welcomed and celebrated in Winter Park.
"I can't wait to see Winter Park filled with rainbows!"
Steffen Brandt (he/him)
Thor Falk, Founder (he/him)
Thor Falk, Founder (he/him)
Steffen Brandt is the co-owner of the new Body Street personal training gym on Orange Avenue. He and is partner Reiner Wolfe opened the gym this year after falling in love with Central Florida and Winter Park in particular. Hailing from Germany, they made the bold move of leaving their corporate jobs and investing in a new life and busi
Steffen Brandt is the co-owner of the new Body Street personal training gym on Orange Avenue. He and is partner Reiner Wolfe opened the gym this year after falling in love with Central Florida and Winter Park in particular. Hailing from Germany, they made the bold move of leaving their corporate jobs and investing in a new life and business in Central Florida.
As soon as Steffen heard about the Winter Park Project 1000 Flag Initiative, he immediately got involved and started spreading the word. Given his enthusiasm and energy, he was the perfect candidate to serve on the Winter Park PRIDE Project Board of Directors.
Addison Durrell (he/him)
Thor Falk, Founder (he/him)
Erin Collier-Plummer (she/her)
Addison Durrell is a Client Advisor with Seacoast Bank, whose passion is fueled by his love for helping others. Addison grew up in Vero Beach, Florida with four half-siblings and was raised by his mom to be an accepting, loving, and compassionate individual. He believes above all else that those who are given the gift of life should be ab
Addison Durrell is a Client Advisor with Seacoast Bank, whose passion is fueled by his love for helping others. Addison grew up in Vero Beach, Florida with four half-siblings and was raised by his mom to be an accepting, loving, and compassionate individual. He believes above all else that those who are given the gift of life should be able to lead that life with their own passion and desires, whilst staying true to oneself. A straight ally, Addison recalls being questioned about his sexuality while growing up. Regardless of this, he notes that the bigger question should be, “Why did it matter?” He always thought you could be different, you should be different, and people deserved to be proud of those differences.
Addison wanted to take these ideas and dreams of a more accepting and loving community and putting them to work by serving on the Winter Park Pride Project Board of Directors. Addison has found true inspiration in the words of Barbara Gittings, a monumental figure in the fight for LGBT Civil Rights, “Equality means more than passing laws. The struggle is really won in the hearts and minds of the community, where it really counts.”
Erin Collier-Plummer (she/her)
Erin Collier-Plummer (she/her)
Erin Collier-Plummer (she/her)
Erin Collier-Plummer has dedicated her career to supporting and empowering youth and families. Currently serving within Orange County Public Schools, she is passionate about ensuring that every child feels loved, included, and represented in all areas of their lives.
Beyond her work in education, she contributed as a Production Team member
Erin Collier-Plummer has dedicated her career to supporting and empowering youth and families. Currently serving within Orange County Public Schools, she is passionate about ensuring that every child feels loved, included, and represented in all areas of their lives.
Beyond her work in education, she contributed as a Production Team member for Come Out with Pride 2024, where she coordinated efforts with community organizations to uplift and support LGBTQ+ youth and teens across Central Florida. Her commitment to inclusivity and advocacy continues to shape her professional life.
Jorge Sanchez (he/him)
Erin Collier-Plummer (she/her)
Jorge Sanchez (he/him)
Jorge Sanches is a Library Specialist at the Winter Park Library, Jorge brings aboard experience in public programming, education, and community service to the Pride Project. With a background in developing inclusive programs for all ages, including youth coding clubs, and digital literacy classes for seniors. His work includes organiz
Jorge Sanches is a Library Specialist at the Winter Park Library, Jorge brings aboard experience in public programming, education, and community service to the Pride Project. With a background in developing inclusive programs for all ages, including youth coding clubs, and digital literacy classes for seniors. His work includes organizing large scale events that center access and diverse audiences, particularly for LGBTQ+ and similarly underserved communities.
