Members and Supporters,
It’s Autumn….whatever that means in HTX! It’s hard to believe we are already in October with the end of the year fast approaching. And, if it’s October, that means EARLY VOTE!
The Texas LGBTQ Chambers of Commerce has kicked off our campaign – “Out To Vote Early” and we encourage your organization to participate in the campaign. Check out the details in this issue on how your company can participate.
Speaking of voting, can you guess which Chamber Member will be serving as a polling location on Election Day?!?! Read more in this issue!
In this issue, we’re excited to share some very good news about the 2020 OutSmart Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards. (hint: it involves the Chamber not to mention many of our members)
And last but not least, we have a busy events calendar as we look at finishing out the year including Chamber-hosted events as well as some great collaboration events. Make it a point to join a at least two events before the year is out and connect with other Chamber members and guests.
With Pride,
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Tammi Wallace
Co-Founder and President & CEO
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The Chamber is deeply honored to be recognized as the 2020 OutSmart Magazine Readers’ Choice Award Favorite Local LGBTQ Community Organization. Thank you to the readers of OutSmart Magazine.
Congratulations to many of our Chamber members who were winners or Runners Up including our Silver Level Corporate Partner, Amegy Bank. Did you know that Amegy Bank is the Chamber’s very first Corporate Partner? We appreciate the support from Amegy Bank over the years and say congratulations to their team and to everyone recognized this year.
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The Texas LGBTQ Chambers of Commerce kicked off the “Out To Vote Early” campaign. As a collaborating partner, the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce is proud to participate.
Sign up and get your toolkit! We encourage your member business or organization to participate in the Out To Vote Early campaign. Early Voting starts on October 13.
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Chamber Member, BUDDY’S Houston, is officially an Election Day polling location for Harris County. We think this is the first polling location in an LGBTQ-owned bar at least in Texas (and probably the world)!
Thank you to BUDDY’s Houston for stepping up during this important election. We appreciate Harris County and its strong commitment to making sure all communities have access to vote in the upcoming election. Thank you to Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins as well as Judge Lina Hidalgo and Commissioner Rodney Ellis for your leadership.
Election Day is on Tuesday, November 3. Information about voting including poll locations can be found at HarrisVotes.com.
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Check out our recent demo with Chamber member, The Cannon, as we walk through the new Cannon Connect platform.
Cannon Connect is an innovation hub that can be accessed online anytime, anywhere, The Cannon’s “digital city that works when you do” provides business education modules, access to advisors with decades-long experience, pathways to investment and financing opportunities and most importantly, community.
Cannon Connect is an excellent resource to connect entrepreneurs, startups, investors, advisors, service providers and potential partners to catalyze innovation in cities around the world.
We are proud to call The Cannon one of our collaboration partners.
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SIP & PITCH AFFILIATE EDITION
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FORT BEND COUNTY ENTREPRENEUR INITIATIVE IS LOOKING FOR LGBTQ+ BUSINESS OWNERS! |
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Fort Bend County, along with Judge KP George, made it a priority to help businesses that reside in Fort Bend County recover from the adverse effects of COVID-19.
Is your business located or operate within Fort Bend County, TX? If yes, learn more and sign up for the program via www.fortbendentrepreneur.com.
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NONPROFIT MEMBER SPOTLIGHT |
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Congratulations to the 1940 Air Terminal Museum! Chamber member, 1940 Air Terminal Museum, at Hobby Airport celebrates the art deco air terminal turning 80 years old! The air terminal, designed by architect Joseph Finger, served as the administration building for the airport and supported airline operations and air traffic control functions. The first airline tenants were Eastern Airlines and Braniff Airways.
The terminal is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a City of Houston protected landmark. Learn more about the museum and terminal building at https://www.1940airterminal.org/ and find out how you can support to make sure this historical gem is around for the next 80 years!
New Member Benefit!
As part of the Chamber’s Arts + Business Initiative, we are proud to share a new member benefit in collaboration with the 1940 Air Terminal Museum. Chamber members and guests will receive free admission to the museum. Learn more here.
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REGISTER FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS & PROGRAMS |
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Due to COVID-19, the Chamber has moved all events for the remainder of the year to an online format.
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It was another busy month with virtual events in September!
Thank you to Chamber Member Dustin Harwell with Modern Risk Management for sponsoring Brewing Up Business on September 9. Did you catch the recent Chamber Chat blog with Dustin?
The Chamber hosted an informative and timely webinar, “Ask The Expert: How to Navigate PR During a Pandemic,” presented by Heather J Taylor and Andrea Simonton, with Chamber Member, Mad Hat Maven. Thank you Heather and Andrea for sharing your expertise.
On September 24, the Chamber hosted the September Biz Connect Mixer sponsored by Chamber Member Jeffrey Reich-Hale with Jelvin's Candy Shoppe.
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The Chamber is proud to welcome our newest members who joined in recent weeks. Thank you for supporting the Chamber and the LGBTQ & Allied Business Community!
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Business Premium Level Member
Business Connect Level Member
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THANK YOU RENEWING MEMBERS |
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Thank you to the following members who have renewed their membership. We appreciate your continued support of the Chamber! |
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWEST
LGBTBE® CERTIFIED MEMBER!
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Congratulations to J Charles, Inc. for receiving their LGBTBE® certification!
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PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE MEMBERS |
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Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce | 832-510-3002 | info@houstonlgbtchamber.com | houstonlgbtchamber.com |
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