A passion for Pride
Sherrell Cross For Sherrell Cross, her new role as executive director of Dallas Pride is more than just a job; it’s a calling TAMMYE NASH | Managing Editor nash@dallasvoice.com As an organizer with Teen Pride/Real Live Connection, Sherrell Cross is no newcomer to Dallas Pride.
But after being named last week as the organization’s new executive director, Cross is now involved at a whole new level. Despite having just stepped in to a vital position with a hectic schedule, Cross took the time this week to answer some questions for Dallas Voice about her involvement through the years in the LGBTQ community and her plans for Dallas Pride moving forward. DALLAS VOICE: Tell me about why you decided to apply to be executive director for Dallas Pride.
What drew you to the job? What are the skills and talents and experience that you are bringing to the job? SHERRELL CROSS: Thank you for asking!
I was drawn to the job of executive director for Dallas Pride for several reasons: As a member of the LGBTQ+ community myself, I have always sought to align my professional aspirations with my passion for advocacy.
