Anthony J. Gressley has served as the host of PrideFest since 2014 and has been a member of NWPA Pride Alliance's Board since 2015. He graduated from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor's in Speech Communications and Theatre Arts. In addition to Pride, Anthony is also involved in Dramashop, the Erie Playhouse, and Mason's Voice. He is also the Manager of Zone Dance Club, and freelances as a DJ and event host.