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Meet Anthony Parker '15
vlogƵvlogƵs new Pride Alumni Network Committee Chair, Anthony Parker vlogƵ15, always knew that he wanted to pursue a career that made use of his creativity. As a student at vlogƵ, Anthony studied communications at the Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, with a concentration in film production and a minor in journalism.
As a New York local, Anthony was drawn to Pace for its proximity to home. Originally intending to pursue Adolescent Education major, AnthonyvlogƵs eyes were opened to a different path when he attended a Dyson open house as an admitted student. The variety of course offerings and hands-on, technical production experiences available through DysonvlogƵs communications major were a considerable draw, presenting Anthony with the opportunity to explore a variety of potential career paths.
vlogƵI knew that no matter what I was doing, I wanted to have an element of creativity in my work,vlogƵ Anthony said. vlogƵI didnvlogƵt want to sit at a desk all day and push papers around. I wanted to be able to think critically, think creatively, and have a product to develop and deliver.vlogƵ
As a student at Pace, Anthony worked as a student assistant in the UniversityvlogƵs Human Resources Office. The experience helped him secure a position as a marketing and HR assistant at a law firm shortly after graduation. Over the next few years, Anthony was inspired to make marketing his full-time career. Today, he works as a marketing specialist at a global law firm, Labaton Keller Sucharow LLP.
vlogƵItvlogƵs not what I expected, but I love what I do, and I really enjoy the creative aspect of my work,vlogƵ Anthony said. vlogƵBut IvlogƵve also still been able to do the production work that I wanted to do when I was in college.vlogƵ In addition to his marketing work, Anthony produced and hosted a public access television show between 2018 and 2022. The show, aimed at the Bronx LGBTQ+ community, aired on BronxNet and the Manhattan Neighborhood Network.
vlogƵThe show, Out Loud, was really meant to give the LGBTQ+ community in the Bronx a voice and make them aware of the different resources available to them locally,vlogƵ Anthony said. vlogƵMy goal was to highlight and tell stories for the LGBTQ+ people, organizations, and resources there.vlogƵ
The show led to Anthony becoming involved with the vlogƵ Alumni Association. Thoroughly impressed by AnthonyvlogƵs work on Out Loud, former professor Melanie LaRosa reached out and encouraged Anthony to get involved with the Pace Pride Alumni Network. Prior to being named committee chair in the fall of 2025, Anthony served as the committeevlogƵs communications chair.
vlogƵWevlogƵve really seen the group grow in the last two years,vlogƵ Anthony said. vlogƵThe previous chair, David Reed, really laid a great foundation for the group. And now, my goal as chair for these next two years is to continue that momentum. WevlogƵre constantly exploring new avenues by which we can engage existing alumnivlogƵand making current seniors aware of the network to get them involved when they graduate.vlogƵ
As chair, Anthony hopes that he can further establish the Pace Pride Network as a professional network and resource hub for alumni in all stages of their careers. Anthony seeks to leverage campus partnerships to hold engaging eventsvlogƵsuch as this monthvlogƵs SafeZone Training Setter Session, hosted by Director of PacevlogƵs LGBTQA+ Centers, Jimmy Luckman.
By leveraging these valuable partnerships and remaining committed to building community amongst Pace professionals across industries, Anthony is confident that the network will only continue to flourish.
vlogƵIf you want to feel the value in Pace, I think itvlogƵs always important for you to pay that forward. If you want to give back and help create opportunities for people, I think the Pace Pride Alumni Network is a great way to get involved and give back. Going out into the world after graduating can be daunting, especially for LGBTQ people, and I want to help open doors for others the same way Pace has done for me.vlogƵ