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Dear Greater Houston LGBTQ,
So much has been happening this past month at the Chamber. We've been across the region with the Show Your Pride Campaign and in between. We've been connecting with members and community throughout the month.
As we recap the past month in this newsletter, we are also looking ahead with Pride Month just around the corner. It's going to be a busy May and June but before that...we celebrate being together in April and we thank you for being part of this important work at the Chamber to drive forward economic inclusion for the LGBTQ+ community.
Check out the recap in this issue and learn more about what's coming up including our Community Conversations Luncheon on May 9. This is a can't miss event.
See you SOON!
In Community,
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Tammi Wallace (she/her/hers)
Co-Founder and President & CEO
Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce
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The start Pride Month is only 32 days away and we are counting down to the Pride In Business Celebration! We expect between 800-1,000 attendees for this signature Pride Month event. Make your plans to join us!
Did you catch the announcement about individual ticket sales now open? Be sure and secure your early bird tickets. Also, sponsorship is open until May 16.
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Check out all of the event details at houstonprideinbusiness.lgbt.
We can't wait to celebrate at the Pride In Business Celebration with YOU!
LAST CALL FOR HOTEL BLOCK!
Planning to attend the Pride In Business Celebration? Stay in the heart of the action with our official room block at Hilton Americas-Houston, just steps away from the event venue.
Room Block Details:
🏨 Hotel: Hilton Americas-Houston
📍 Location: 1600 Lamar Street, Houston, TX 77010
📆 Dates: June 5 - June 6
💰 Special Rate: Starting at $209
🔗 Booking Link: http://bit.ly/3GlLtN3
📆 Reservation Deadline: Thursday, May 15, 2025
Take advantage of this convenient location, special group rate, and the opportunity to connect with fellow Pride In Business attendees all under one roof.
Space is limited—book early to secure your room!
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August 19-22
Las Vegas, NV
NGLCC 2025 International Business & Leadership Conference in VEGAS!
Register by May 16 to get the early bird rate!
Join us at the 2025 NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference — the largest LGBTQ+ and allied business event globally! 🌎
Hosted by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC), this premier conference brings together LGBTQ+ and allied business leaders, corporate partners, affiliate chambers (including the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce!), government representatives, and thought leaders for an unmatched opportunity to connect, learn, and grow.
The conference is where innovation meets opportunity, and where entrepreneurs and businesses leaders unite for a brighter, more connected future.
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This year’s conference will take place at the Bellagio Las Vegas, offering a stunning backdrop where innovation meets opportunity.
As a proud NGLCC Affiliate Chamber, we encourage our members to be part of this unique experience designed to foster growth, connections, and success across the LGBTQ+ and Allied business community.
As part of member benefits, Chamber members receive a special Affiliate Chamber discounted conference registration rate.
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Don’t miss the chance to connect, learn, and lead at the world’s largest LGBTQ+ & Allied business conference — and to show your Houston Pride on the national stage! 🌟
Learn more and register: nglccconference.com
The Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce is a proud Affiliate Chamber of the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC).
| | WE'RE A TOP 5 FINALIST - THANKS TO YOU! | |
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news—the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce has been named one of the Top 5 Professional Organizations in the Houston Chronicle’s Best of the Best 2025! This recognition is a true honor and wouldn’t be possible without your amazing support.
Now, we're heading into the next big phase: The Voting Round—and we need your help to bring home the win!
🗳 Voting Round: May 12 – May 27
The top 5 in each category are now in the spotlight, and it's time to vote! You can cast your vote once per day at www.chron.com/best using any valid email address.
Let’s keep the momentum going and show Houston who’s the Best of the Best!
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!
Apply TODAY!
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JPMC Certification Scholarship
This scholarship is sponsored by Chamber Impact Partner, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and is a general scholarship for LGBTQ business owners to apply to have their local affiliate LGBTQ+ chamber membership dues sponsored for their first year of membership in order to become NGLCC Certified LGBT Business Enterprise® (LGBTBE) suppliers.
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CoCi Certification Scholarship
This scholarship is sponsored by Chamber Impact Partner, Wells Fargo, and is for minority business owners to apply to have their local affiliate LGBTQ+ chamber membership dues sponsored for their first year of membership in order to become NGLCC Certified LGBT Business Enterprise® (LGBTBE) suppliers.
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TGX Certification Scholarship
This scholarship is sponsored by Chamber Impact Partner, Wells Fargo, and is for Transgender & Gender Expansive (TGX) owned businesses to apply to have their local affiliate LGBTQ+ chamber membership dues sponsored for their first year of membership in order to become NGLCC Certified LGBT Business Enterprise® (LGBTBE) suppliers.
| | We appreciate the partnership with the NGLCC to offer these incredible scholarship opportunities. Thank you to JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo for supporting small businesses! | | We love seeing members collaborate! One of our newest members, Stubborn Anchor Studios, generously donated to nonprofit member, Tony's Place, through a month-long fundraiser from direct donations and those who got tattoos and piercings at their special event. They had a goal to raise $3,000 for Tony's Place, and mission accomplished! Way to go! | | |
CONGRATULATIONS!
Two Members Selected for Biz2Empower Small Business Accelerator Cohort!
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Congratulations to Chamber Members, Mobi Waste and REFUGE Marketing & Consulting, who were selected to participate in the latest Biz2Empower – Small Business Accelerator Cohort with Harris County Precinct 2!
Past Biz2Empower graduates have secured over $10 million in contracts and financing through the knowledge gained from this course.
| | The Chamber is proud to collaborate with Commissioner Adrian Garcia on the Biz2Empower program this spring. Thank you to Commissioner Garcia for his commitment to LGBTQ+-owned businesses! | | | Our inaugural Chamber Cruise was truly unforgettable! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for an incredible journey filled with community, connection, and celebration. From the stunning views to the lively conversations and new friendships made, the cruise was a beautiful reminder of the strength and spirit of our Chamber network and our community. | | | Special thanks to Chamber Member, Cruise Planners, for partnering with us on this inaugural cruise. We’re especially grateful to Peter and John for their incredible support and coordination. Thank you for helping us set sail in style! | | | | |
And of course, cheers to all of you who showed up with your energy, your stories, and your pride!
We’re already looking ahead to our next adventure—stay tuned for more exciting events on the horizon. Until then, we’ll treasure the memories made on board. 🛳️✨
Check out photos from the cruise and check out some of the best moments!
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Pride@5 Mixer with EPAH at Native Citizen
What an incredible evening of connection, celebration, and community at our 9th annual mixer co-hosted with our amazing partners at EPAH - Executive & Professional Association of Houston!
We were thrilled to welcome members from the Houston Bar Association’s LGBTQ+ Committee and the Stonewall Law Association of Greater Houston to join in the celebration.
A heartfelt thank you to Chamber member Native Citizen for hosting us and providing the delicious light bites, wine, and margaritas that made the night even more festive!
Cheers to 9 years of partnership, pride, and progress—and to many more to come!
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First Friday Meet & Eat + Show Your Pride Photo Shoot in Katy
This year, we committed to bringing the Show Your Pride Campaign to different parts of the region. So...we headed to Katy! We had a blast at the Show Your Pride Photo Shoot + First Friday Meet & Eat at Landry's Seafood.
Big thanks to our collaboration partners Katy Pride LGBTQ Inc, Fort Bend County Pride, and First Christian Church Katy.
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LGBTQ+ Workplace Alliance & LAMBDA NextGen Mixer
Our LGBTQ+ Workplace Alliance Members and LAMBDA NextGen Young Professionals Group gathered this month for a great show with Dixie Longate’s Tupperware Party!
A huge thank you to our program sponsors, Stages and Houston Grazing Tables. We appreciate you for stepping up to support LGBTQ+ young professionals!
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3rd Thursday Breakfast - Community & Connections + Show Your Pride Photo Shoot
A fabulous morning of community and connection at the Chamber’s 3rd Thursday Breakfast this month at Cadillac Bar! Big shout out to our sponsor Regions Bank! Plus, so many of you showed up camera-ready for the 2025 Show Your Pride Campaign Photo Shoot! Thank you!!
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Show Your Pride Photo Shoot at HP
We had a wonderful time with Impact Partner HP on site for the Show Your Pride Photo Shoot with our Creative Partner Soneja Creative.
Thank you to HP for being an Equality sponsor of the Show Your Pride Campaign!
Check out all of the photos on the Show Your Pride website at showyourpridecampaign.com.
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Perk'd Up at Doshi House
We had a great time for our Perk'd Up event at Chamber Member, Doshi House. Thank you to everyone who joined us.
We loved seeing Officer Jo Jones, LGBTQ+ Liaison with HPD, who showed up to grab coffee. Talk about community!
Thank you to Doshi House for hosting us. They are one of our Grubhub Community Impact Grantees.
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Pride@5 Mixer + Show Your Pride in The Woodlands
We had a great time at the Show Your Pride Photo Shoot + Pride@5 Mixer! Big thank you to our event collaboration partner, The Woodlands Pride, our event sponsor, The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, and our Creative Partner, Soneja Creative.
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BE A PART OF OUR UPCOMING EVENTS!
The Chamber calendar is regularly updated, so bookmark it! We are currently updating the calendar with 2025 events. Our Calendar provides the details and all you have to do is register. We hope you'll join us - as always, we'd love to see you! We have so many ways to engage and be involved every month.
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This month we are spotlighting Chamber Member and Photography Sponsor, Dalton DeHart Photographic Foundation.
The mission of The Dalton DeHart Photographic Foundation is to digitize, catalog and preserve an expanding collection of approximately one million photographs chronicling the Houston community, primarily nonprofit and community events, and to make these images publicly accessible for their educational, historic, and cultural value.
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Since the very first Chamber event, Dalton has captured memories for the Chamber over the past nine years. We are grateful for his support and leadership in the community. Thank you, Dalton! 💜
| | Explore 2025 Sponsorship Opportunities! | | | | |
Check out the Chamber's 2025 Sponsorship Opportunities Guide. Unlock incredible opportunities to spotlight your business or organization while supporting the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce’s mission in 2025!
From signature events like Pride In Business to impactful campaigns like Show Your Pride, our sponsorships are tailored to maximize visibility and engagement. Our 2025 sponsorship opportunities offer meaningful ways to promote your brand, engage with the community, and drive economic impact.
| | By partnering with the Chamber through sponsorship, you’re investing in a win-win - advancing equality and visibility while creating connections that support your business or organization. Your sponsorship support makes a huge difference for the Chamber! | | |
Congratulations to Impact Partner, Houston Rockets, on making the playoffs. Let's root for our hometown team!
We are sending good vibes for a playoff win. Go Rockets! 🚀
| | | | | Congratulations to Chamber Impact Partner, Legacy Community Health, on their groundbreaking for the new Acres Homes Clinic in partnership with Houston Methodist. We were honored to be part of the event! | | Do you have some good news to share? From time to time, the Chamber highlights significant accomplishments, big milestones and other good news about our Members and Corporate Partners. Please submit news about your member business via the form below. | | |
We LOVE celebrating Member Milestone Anniversaries. 👏
Congratulations to the following members on their accomplishments!
15 YEARS
| | We are proud to call these businesses members and collaborators of the Chamber. Way to go! | | HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MEMBERS | | NEWLY CERTIFIED LGBTBE® BUSINESSES | | THANK YOU RENEWING IMPACT PARTNERS AND CHAMBER MEMBERS | | GROWTH INVESTOR IMPACT PARTNER | | EQUITY INVESTOR IMPACT PARTNERS | | CATALYST INVESTOR IMPACT PARTNERS | | | | We had a blast at the Houston Dash game. Thank you to Impact Partners, Moss Adams and United for joining us! | | |
Chamber Co-Founder, President & CEO, Tammi Wallace met with Consul General Sujeevan Satheesan with the British Consulate to talk about our partnership and collaborations moving forward. Thank you to to Consul General Satheesan for his leadership.
The British Consulate Houston is a longtime Chamber International Partner.
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Thank you to Pearl Bar for hosting the Power Lesbian Panel celebrating Lesbian Visibility Week.
Chamber Co-Founder, Tammi Wallace was one of the panelists for the event.
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Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce
www.houstonlgbtqchamber.com
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