Bree Hughes has been with OEC Pride since its first year in 2020. Bree joined HoCo Pride in 2025, and has been an integral driving force behind the growth and partnership of OEC Pride hosted by HoCo Pride. She currently serves as the Gallery Manager, Fused Glass Instructor, and Hand-Built Pottery Instructor at the Clay Ground, located in the heart of OEC. Outside of teaching, Bree enjoys searching galleries for inspiring art and artists, working in her own studio, and traveling with her partner and beloved dog, Horatio. She is deeply committed to creating spaces that bring communities together and offering safe environments for those who feel voiceless. Her students and coworkers affectionately refer to her as "The Bartender of the Universe."