Eric Hause, a seasoned marketing, publishing, and PR professional, has held executive roles across various industries including performing arts, tourism, and new media. In 2002, he established Hear Media + Marketing, LLC, a multifaceted firm. Its subsidiaries include Outwire757.com and Outlife757 Magazine, Coastal Virginia's only LGBTQ+ publication, and OutVirginia.com, Virginia's LGBTQ+ news site. Eric has contributed to multiple nonprofit boards like LGBT Life Center and Outer Banks Pride. He's currently Hampton Roads Business Outreach's membership director, also serving on its marketing and events committee. Outside of work, he's a sailor, pianist, and cocktail aficionado. Eric and his husband, Andrew Roberts, reside in Norfolk, Virginia.