Jack Mozie (He/him) is a Peruvian-born, Seattle-based recording artist and performer whose bilingual pop and rock sound celebrates authenticity, resilience, and joy. A passionate advocate for inclusion and representation, Jack uses his platform to uplift LGBTQ+ and Latinx voices across the Pacific Northwest. As a Pride ASIA Ambassador, he continues to inspire connection through music, community, and visibility—reminding audiences that pride is both a celebration and a movement.

New York Bistro Award winner Arnaldo Inocentes (He/him) started as a soloist with The Seattle Men's Chorus. He has performed nationally and internationally and is the Executive Producer of the Seattle Cabaret Festival. He is involved with the Filipino Community of Seattle leading its Gender Based Violent Prevention. A proud gay Filipino American immigrant, he has combined his love of music with his community work and hopes to "open hearts and minds through music one cabaret at a time"
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Kince de Vera (he/him) is a multidisciplinary artist and community catalyst based out of Seattle, WA. Born and raised in Manila, Philippines, his pursuit of truth in all its expressions has led his work to be featured at Dimsum Dialogues at The Seattle Asian Art Museum, Pride ASIA, and The Self-Esteem Salon at 601Artspace in New York City, part of a series of installations for the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. At present, he is a choreographer and performer with The Guild, a Seattle-based dance company. 
You can follow Kince across all platforms as @thislilgecko

Eileen Aparis (She/her) is a dedicated advocate for social justice and equity. She previously served as Executive Director for the Apl.de.Ap Foundation, led by Apl.de.Ap who is the co-founder of the multi-Grammy awardee The Black Eyed Peas. She co-launched the first anti–human trafficking hotline in the Philippines with the Office of the President and became the first Filipina executive at Evergreen Goodwill. Eileen is a steadfast ally in protecting the rights of LGBTQIA+ communities of color and utilizes every platform available to advance their visibility and amplify their voices.

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Maya Mem Saab (She/her) is a visionary drag artist, creative leader, and community advocate whose work blends artistry with activism. Queen of the Pacific Northwest Bearded Empire 2024 and Miss Gay Seattle 61, she is known for bold, themed makeup designs and transformative performances, Maya brings storytelling to life on stage while fostering joy, inclusion, and representation across Greater Seattle area’s diverse communities. Through performances at local venues and charity events, Maya raises funds for grassroots initiatives and creates spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and celebrated.

Dutchess Drew is a community leader, advocate, and cultural artist dedicated to advancing justice and belonging through an API lens. As Seattle’s first Bollywood drag queen and a former Miss Gay Washington 2019 and Miss Gay Seattle 54, Dutchess has used the art of drag as a platform to celebrate identity, uplift marginalized voices, and build inclusive community spaces. She continues to foster connection, representation, and empowerment

Moist Towelette aka Lu Ying (She/her) is a stalwart member of Seattle's premier DJ crew, Shameless Audio engineer, Dj & a Pride Asia Ambassador; Moist Towelette has been a big part of Queer Theater, Cabaret, and Nightlife for over 30 years. While working as resident sound person at Re-bar(closed in 2020), she has been a witness & participant to innumerable iconic performances and legendary parties. Besides Drag & Cabaret showsand legendary club nights.

ALEKSA MANILA (she/They) is Seattle's sweetheart of social activism. Mx. Manila founded Pride ASIA in 2012, and Miss Gay Filipino 2001, Miss Gay Seattle 2003, and Empress of Seattle 2006. She is on the board of Historic South Downtown and the Imperial Sovereign Court of Seattle. She is featured in the GLADD and Emmy nominated PBS documentary, CARETAKERS, directed by Geena Rocero.

​Mission

Founded in 2012, Pride ASIA's mission is to celebrate, empower and nurture the multi-cultural diversity of the LGBTQ communities through the Asian Pacific Islander lens.

Pride ASIA is a proud member of the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance (NQAPIA).