Celebrate Pride Month with us and enjoy an inspiring and insightful panel discussion, where our LGBTQIA+ panelists will share their unique journeys, challenges, and triumphs in the entertainment industry. Hear firsthand from talented panelists—actors, creators, and industry professionals—as they discuss breaking barriers and fostering inclusivity! Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a passionate ally, or a lover of great storytelling, this conversation promises empowerment, authenticity, and celebration of queer voices. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and honor the vibrant diversity of LGBTQIA+ stories in entertainment!
Wed, Jun 25, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT
335 N Maple Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Arrival instructions will be sent to registered attendees
Keevon Sanders (Host)
Keevon Sanders is a seasoned professional with nearly a decade of HR experience and a graduate of Pepperdine University. As a passionate advocate for powerful storytelling, he enjoys moderating panels with a focus on elevating diverse voices and authentic narratives.
Katelyn Limber
With over 3 years of AAA game dev experience specializing in VO design and dialogue editing, Katelyn Limber strives to create immersive voice designs for players and continues to expand her knowledge of the craft. She’s experienced the full production cycle for dialogue from recording on the PCAP stage to implementing the assets into the game engine. Her favorite titles she’s worked on are Death Stranding 2 and God of War: Ragnorok.
Annabelle Cook
Annabelle Cook has a B.A. in Liberal Arts with a Concentration in International Studies from Soka University of America. Volunteering for LGBTQ and racial advocacy groups has been a cornerstone in Annabelle’s life, and joining GLAAD has allowed her to combine both her lifelong passions: advocacy and video gaming. Since joining GLAAD in 2022, she has worked on vetting and selecting nominees for the GLAAD Media Awards Outstanding Video Game category, as well as supporting GLAAD’s consulting work with major video game companies. Annabelle is a Soulsborne, tabletop RPG, and arcade gaming enthusiast committed to creating a future of inclusivity in the gaming space. This is her way of giving back to an industry that has created incredible worlds that allow LGBTQ people, including herself, to find a place of belonging, community, and self-acceptance.
Valerie Rose Lohman
Valerie Rose Lohman (they/she) is an award winning actor based in Los Angeles, CA. They broke onto the scene playing Edith Finch in Annapurna Interactive’s What Remains of Edith Finch (BAFTA Nomination – Best Performance). The game swept awards across the globe, and garnered critical acclaim for Valerie – “Lohman’s vocal performance [is] a dream come true” (Bloody Disgusting).
Brian O’Connor
Brian O’Connor is a senior HR executive at TikTok, where he partners with leaders to shape the people strategy and drive transformative talent initiatives that support the company’s most critical business goals. His career spans gaming, finance, art, and entertainment—bringing together creative industry insight and strategic HR expertise to help organizations navigate complexity and scale with intention. Brian has lived and worked across the U.S., U.K., and Hong Kong, and is a proud graduate of the University of Notre Dame. He now lives in Los Angeles with his husband and their seven-year-old son.