Welcome Krystal Gilliam-Ferraz (she/her/hers)
New Programming & Events Manager
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Welcome Krystal! The Chamber is growing and as part of that growth, we are thrilled to announce that Krystal Gilliam-Ferraz has joined the Chamber Team in the role of Programming & Events Manager. In this role, she oversees all programming and events for the Chamber. With the planned growth in Chamber events and programming in 2022 and beyond, Krystal will be an invaluable asset to the Chamber team and our members.
Check out the blog interview with Krystal here.
Read the official announcement about Krystal here.
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2021...Making Progress on Behalf of our Members! |
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The Chamber is growing and making progress on behalf of our members! Last year was a busy year for the Chamber. The infographic shows some of the major accomplishments in 2021. And….we are just getting started!
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Making a Difference!
Chamber Holiday Food Drive Impact
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It was another record-breaking year as the 2021 Chamber Holiday Food Drive was the largest ever food drive in the Montrose Center's history. We exceeded the numbers from last year and have helped even more LGBTQ+ Seniors and Montrose Center clients. Read more about the impact of the Chamber Holiday Food Drive from the recent update email here or visit www.chamberholidayfooddrive.lgbt.
Thank you to our amazing Chamber Holiday Food Drive Sponsors and Community and Media Partners including Title Sponsor, ARCA Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages.
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Listen to the interview with the Montrose Center Team and Tammi Wallace, Chamber Co-Founder, President & CEO, where they discuss the tremendous impact of the 2021 Chamber Holiday Food Drive. |
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2022 Program with PrideLife
New Year, New Program!
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PrideLife is family, and they welcome all your domain names. Receive 10% off the renewal price for each name you transfer to PrideLife, including COM & ORG domains. Simply enter the coupon code HOUXF during the transfer at www.pridelife.lgbt and $1 per name will be donated to the Chamber.
The Chamber is proud to partner with PrideLife to offer this special savings to our member and supporters.
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Ilich Ramirez, with Chamber Member, eXp Realty | Ilich Ramirez was recently elected as the Vice President with NAHREP Katy. The organization is The Voice for Hispanic Real Estate® and proud champions of homeownership for the Hispanic community in and around Katy, Texas. Way to go, Ilich!
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Congratulations to Dionna Widder, Chief Revenue Officer, with Chamber Corporate Partner, Houston Dynamo & Houston Dash, on being named a Mosaic Star for her ideals of diversity, equity and inclusion demonstrating unwavering belief in this cause through mentorship, leadership and support of DE&I initiatives.
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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 this form.
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Thank you to our newest Corporate Partners for their support of the Chamber and the LGBTQ+ and Allied business community. Welcome! |
ExxonMobil, one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy providers and chemical manufacturers, develops and applies next-generation technologies to help safely and responsibly meet the world’s growing needs for energy and high-quality chemical products. Learn more at ExxonMobil.com.
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CBD Kratom is a leading-edge dispensary for CBD, Kratom, and other cannabis products. CBD Kratom is a trusted resource for individuals on their journey to feeling better and thriving. Their open, inviting and education-driven environment provides a safe, inclusive space for customers. Learn more at CBDKratom.com. |
The Dallas Fed promotes a strong financial system and healthy economy in the Eleventh Federal Reserve District, which includes Texas, northern Louisiana and southern New Mexico. Through offices in Dallas, El Paso, Houston and San Antonio, the Dallas Fed works for and with the people of their district to build an economy that works for everyone. Learn more at DallasFed.org
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The vision of The Dalton DeHart Photographic Foundation is to connect people through the passion with which he has photographed the life and culture of the Montrose neighborhood and Houston, Texas. |
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Winter Edition of Business Intersections is Now Available! |
As we start 2022, this Winter edition focuses on health & wellness and offers great content from some of our members about ways to focus on self-care and how to live more fully and healthy. These members are committed to LGBTQ+ inclusive support for their clients.
Thank you to our cover sponsor, J. Flowers Health Institute. Check out the article highlighting Founder and CEO, Dr. James Flowers, and his team of providers who care for the Houston community.
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Congratulations to our newest LGBTBE® certified members!
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Congratulations to the following Chamber member who have received their LGBTBE® certification!
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Is your business 51% or more LGBT owned? Then check out the LGBTBE® Certification? Access the Chamber’s LGBTBE® Certification Resource Page here to learn more. Learn more about the how your business can become LGBTBE ® certified.
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The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas Invites Service Sector Professionals to Join the Texas Business Outlook Survey |
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The Dallas Fed’s Texas Business Outlook Surveys gauge regional business activity in the manufacturing, service and retail sectors. We want to hear how business is going for you!
It’s a great way to make sure national decision makers understand your business concerns. Survey responses are used by the Dallas Fed to help guide U.S. monetary policy, and reports on business conditions are shared with the public. As a survey panelist, your voice and insights will influence economic views and decisions across the country.
In appreciation of your participation, you’ll be invited to a special annual event with the Dallas Fed president. Each January, you’ll receive a year-in-review analysis of the Texas and U.S. economy from our Dallas Fed research team, including a forecast for the year ahead.
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For questions or more information, please contact Cindy Pena at 713-483-3155 or cindy.pena@dal.frb.org. |
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Chamber members can utilize the Chamber Member Logo on your business website as well as in promotional and marketing materials. Utilizing the Chamber Member Badge sends a message that you are an LGBTQ inclusive company!
Members receive a link to the Chamber Member Logo in the onboarding welcome email and can also access the graphics via the InfoHub and Member Resource Page. If you need help accessing to the logo, please email the Chamber Office at info@houstonlgbtchamber.com.
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Members of the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce have full access to post openings to the Chamber Job Board. When members post new positions, these openings are shared via the Chamber website, monthly newsletter, social media, and other promotions.
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Make sure your business is included in the online Chamber Directory where the community finds LGBTQ+ supportive businesses. Show your support and get more visibility for your business in the LGBTQ+ community!
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Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce www.houstonlgbtchamber.com
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