On October 22nd, I was honored into U.S. History as a Congressional Record by Congressman Darren Soto.
"Honoring Kristina Bozanich as a Distinguished Leader in Central Florida for Pride Month" in published by U.S. Congress Government Publishing Office · Oct 18, 2024
Being written into U.S. history has me wondering… have I fallen into a different timeline?
The feeling and momentum are unreal when I look back at everything that led up to this.
I was “just a photographer” when it all began.
And in many ways, I still feel that way, but it shows the world the impact that ANYONE can have when they are determined to make a change.
My efforts were never alone.
I am forever grateful for my creative team for SPECTACLE. John Souza for its inception and Jerry Nikolaev in production. In the first pride, the Collins Creative team, led by Joshua Collins, provided the mascots for this inclusive celebration to which I now lovingly call “my drag family”.
From Instagram messages, city meetings, and connections, we created the St. Cloud Pride Alliance. I am forever astounded by the seamless teamwork and camaraderie that was established by the “OGs”: Joshua Collins, Sharron Cardenas, Dionisia Cardenas, and Shawn Fletcher.
There are so many more people who have been personal support - friends, family, and of course, my husband, Cody Bozanich, who has been there with me through so much of this journey.
Your actions and your vote DO matter.
- Kristina Bozanich - I am a creative director and photographer of the Orlando area. To see more updates, follow on social media or sign up for email subscriptions.