Brandon Mack also known as the B.G.M. is an activist, sociologist, and educator living in Houston, TX.  He received his undergraduate degree at Rice University. His Masters in Sociology from Texas A&M University.  His research focuses on the intersections of race, gender, and sexuality. His project on Effemiphobia in the Gay Community has been featured in a GLAAD Media award winning article and he has presented on the topic at national conferences including the LGBTQ Task Force: Creating Change Conference. He is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion.