This month we welcome a new member to the Chamber Board of Directors, thank new LAMBDA NextGen presenting sponsors, feature a local organization with a big 'Legacy,' celebrate an 8th Anniversary, and more! | |
You would have to look hard to find as hospitable a host as Imran Khan and his team at Cowboys & Indians Indian-Tex Fusion & Cocktails. We're grateful for the warm welcome at the Chamber's First Friday Meet & Eat. The food was, as always, delicious and the setting perfect for mingling and connecting. We appreciate all of you who joined us. | |
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3RD THURSDAY BREAKFAST COMMUNITY & CONNECTIONS | | |
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Another SUPER 3rd Thursday Breakfast is in the books. There was a great crowd, great energy, and great community & connection this month at Cadillac Bar Houston! We extend a big thank you to Chamber Impact Partner Legacy Community Health - Montrose for joining us as our sponsor and for informing attendees about Legacy’s history in the LGBTQ+ community and the valuable services the organization offers. | |
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CELEBR8! CHAMBER ANNIVERSARY PARTY
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What a night! Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Chamber's Anniversary party to celebrate 8 years of impact. We celebrate all of our members and supporters for helping us become the leading LGBTQ+ business organization in the region over the past eight years. As our Co-Founder, President & CEO, Tammi Wallace said - 'we are just getting started!' Thank you to to the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash for hosting this wonderful event as well as State Representative Ann Johnson and Commissioner Adrian Garcia for joining us as our special guests. Also, check out the recent blog post from Chamber Co-Founder, President & CEO about the Chamber's 8th Anniversary. | |
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BE A PART OF OUR UPCOMING EVENTS
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The Chamber calendar is regularly updated, so check back often. Click to our Events Page to see more details of each event, and please plan to take part in as many gatherings as you can - - as always, we'd love to see you! | |
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ROY RIVERA APPOINTED TO CHAMBER BOARD
The Chamber is so pleased to welcome a new addition to our dedicated, talented, engaged board of directors, Memer Dr. Roy Rivera, Jr.! Many of you know Roy and have witnessed his deep commitment to the LGBTQ+ community and the Chamber and its mission. We are so grateful for his willingness to serve in this leadership role and are certain that his enthusiasm, experience and talents will help lead the Chamber into a very exciting future. Please join us in congratulating Board Member Roy Rivera!
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MONTROSE DDS AND MONTROSE EYE CARE BECOMES LAMBDA NEXTGEN 2024 PRESENTING SPONSOR
The Chamber extends a heartfelt thank you to Montrose DDS and Montrose Eye Care for their support as the presenting sponsors of LAMBDA NextGen 2024. Their contribution will significantly help us provide valuable opportunities for LGBTQ+ young professionals to network, learn, and grow. What's more, we can continue to promote inclusivity, support LGBTQ+ and Allied businesses, and advance equality in our city and region. Thank you Montrose DDS and Montrose Eye Care for your generosity - it is instrumental in moving our program forward and making a positive impact for our community.
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SENIOR U.S. BUSINESS EXECUTIVES VALUE DEI INITIATIVES NEW SURVEY REVEALS
New data was released this month from a national survey of senior executives in large companies which reveals a strong consensus across political affiliations that diversity initiatives are critical for business strategies, create significant value, and will become increasingly important. “The numbers speak volumes – more than 80% of business leaders consider diversity initiatives essential to their business strategy, and the vast majority believe such initiatives will grow in importance in the future," said Tammi Wallace, Co-Founder, President & CEO of the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce.
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JEFFERY HUYNH NAMED CHAMBER VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
At this year's 8th Anniversary celebration the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce recognized Jeffery Huynh as our "Volunteer of the Year!"
Jeffery Huynh, mild mannered real estate professional by day and Chamber super volunteer whenever we ask him to assist. Jeffery works with Chamber Member Engel & Völkers Houston and is President of the Houston Gaymers, the largest LGBTQ+ gaymer group in Texas. Still he manages to make time for the Chamber by volunteering to be an ambassador for our organization at a variety of our events from Drag Bingo to Pride In Business and the suburban Pride events we participate in.
Jeffery will always greet you with a smile and has been instrumental in signing up new Chamber members on his own. Congratulations Jeffery on an award well deserved!
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PRIDE IN BUSINESS NOMINATIONS STREAMING IN
Don't miss your chance to have a remarkable business, community, and corporate leaders and organizations of your choice recognized at this year's Pride for their work to raise the bar to advance LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace and community. Members can submit nominations and self nominations are encouraged. Honorees will be announced at the Pride in Business Celebration & Awards Luncheon on June 7, 2024.
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Apply for H-E-B's "Quest for the Best" program. This program is an opportunity for local, small, women and diverse food, beverage, and non-food suppliers to have their items considered H-E-B shelves. The top finalists have a chance to win substantial prize money for finishing in the top four. Apply today!
The Chamber is proud to call H-E-B a Chamber Equity Level Partner!
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ARTS, CULTURE & BUSINESS MEMBER | | |
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Gender Affirming Aftercare Group | | |
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Innate Chiropractic Healing Arts Center | |
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THANK YOU RENEWING IMPACT PARTNERS AND MEMBERS |
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EQUITY INVESTOR IMPACT PARTNER | |
CATALYST INVESTOR IMPACT PARTNER | |
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CONGRATULATIONS TO NEW LGBTBE® CERTIFIED MEMBERS!
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NOT A CHAMBER MEMBER? JOIN TODAY!
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The Chamber is growing!
It’s a great time to be part of our growing and thriving Chamber community. The Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce is the leading regional advocate for the economic and civic interests of the LGBTQ+ business community. Whether you're an LGBTQ+ or Allied-owned business, a large company, or a professional or young professional you can get involved with us. Chamber membership is comprised of a wide array of entrepreneurs, executives, small businesses, and Fortune 500 firms. Learn more about membership benefits and levels.
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We're forever grateful to Amegy Bank - the Chamber's first Impact Partner! We recently met with Henry Giles, Amegy Bank LGBTQ+ and Allies Business Resource Group Co-Lead and Clay Elder, Co-Chair, Marketplace Committee to discuss plans for our partnership this year. We appreciate Amegy Bank’s longtime support of the Chamber! | |
Chamber President Tammi Wallace recently visited with Chamber Member, The Doggie Express to perform their LGBTBE® Site Visit. They have an incredible operation and retail storefront in Oak Forest not to mention organic dog treats, cakes. event/party space, 'Barkuterie' boards and much more! Stop by their retail shop, grab your pup some treats and say hello to Kelly, Marla and the team! | |
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Chamber Board Chair Thomas Lopez and President & CEO, Tammi Wallace joined Impact Partner, Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages (CCSWB) for opening night at the Houston Rodeo and also participated in the Grand Entry. Thank you to CCSWB for the opportunity to join you! | |
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Chamber Leadership joined colleagues from the North Texas LGBT Chamber of Commerce for the Texas Travel Industry Unity Dinner. The event was held at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center. We also ran into our colleagues from the San Antonio LGBT Chamber of Commerce as well! Thank you to Visit Dallas for the invitation to join you for such a wonderful evening. | |
We were honored to be a part of today’s 2024 Season Kick Off luncheon for Chamber Impact Partner the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash! We appreciate their support of the Chamber and we are grateful for the work they are doing to help make Houston a more inclusive city. | |
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Stay up to date on the latest happenings
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