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Sponsored by Brooks Ballard International Real Estate

Connect. Engage. Grow.

Join us for the 3rd Thursday Breakfast – Community & Connections, one of the Chamber's most popular events. With 80-100+ attendees, it's a fantastic opportunity to connect with business owners, professionals, and community leaders while exploring timely, impactful topics.

This Month’s Spotlight: Upcoming Pride Nights with Houston's Hottest Sports Teams!

CELEBRATING PRIDE NIGHTS!

Each year, we highlight our sports teams that will be hosting Pride Nights during Pride Month.  We will have representatives from the Houston Astros, Houston Dynamo & Houston Dash, and Sugar Land Space Cowboys. They will join us to talk about their Pride Night games coming up in June.

The Chamber is proud to partner with these Houston sports teams on Pride Nights!

Limited seats available! 

WELCOME OUR SPECIAL GUESTS!

As part of our focus on our Chamber Sports Team Partners, we are honored to welcome two very special guests joining us for the breakfast this month. Both women are new to their roles in the Houston sports scene and each will share remarks about their unique work and more.

Emelda Douglas Senior Vice President of Community Affairs & Astros Foundation Executive Director Houston Astros	Angela Hucles Mangano President of Women's Soccer Houston Dash
⚾️ Emelda Douglas brings a transformative vision to her role as Senior Vice President of Community Affairs and Foundation Executive Director for the Houston Astros, joining the organization in February 2025 with a remarkable 25-year trajectory of philanthropic leadership and community development. She is responsible for strategically advancing the Astros’ ambitious engagement mission. She oversees the Foundation’s comprehensive approach to creating meaningful impact, developing innovative programs that provide educational, wellness, and recreational opportunities for youth, families, veterans, and others in need. Learn more about Emelda.	⚽️ Angela Hucles Mangano, President of Women’s Soccer for the Houston Dash, will join us for an engaging conversation about leadership, equity in sports, and building inclusive teams on and off the field plus what the Houston Dash have planned for Pride Night. Angela is a former U.S. Women’s National Team player, Olympic gold medalist, and trailblazer in women’s professional sports. Now, as a top executive in Houston’s sports scene, she’s driving change and championing visibility for women and the LGBTQ+ community in athletics. Learn more about Angela.

SHOW UP!

• Chamber Members:
  • Early Bird (through May 7): $20
  • Regular: $25
  • On-site: $30
• LAMBDA NextGen Members: $25
• Guests:
  • Early Bird (through May 7): $25
  • Regular: $30
  • On-site: $35

Online registration closes at noon on Wednesday, May 14.

 

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND!

Who should attend the 3rd Thursday Breakfast?

• Business owners eager to connect with potential customers and grow their network
• Professionals seeking to meet like-minded colleagues and expand their connections
• Nonprofit members ready to share their mission and collaborate with others
• Community leaders and members looking to build meaningful connections
• Anyone who enjoys great company, engaging conversations, and networking opportunities

In short—YOU belong at the table!

THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSOR!

This month’s breakfast is generously sponsored by Brooks Ballard International Real Estate.

FEATURED MEMBER SHOWCASE

We are thrilled to feature the following members at the 3rd Thursday Breakfast this month. Please stop by and say hello and learn more about these members.

If you are interested in a Featured Member Table, please email Jack Berger at jack.berger@houstonlgbtchamber.com or complete the form to reserve your table.

THANK YOU TO OUR DOOR PRIZE SPONSORS THIS MONTH!

 

    

We appreciate our generous door prize sponsors!

Ready to engage?

Online registration closes at noon on Wednesday, May 14. 

SPONSOR THE 3RD THURSDAY BREAKFAST

Want to spotlight your business or organization at one of the Chamber’s hottest events?💥

Our 3rd Thursday Breakfast typically draws 80-100+ attendees monthly and is one of the most sought-after sponsorship opportunities. We've already booked up the first half of the year and more for 2025. Don’t miss your chance to boost your brand visibility while connecting with a vibrant, engaged community.  🎉

Sponsor the 3rd Thursday Breakfast to:

✅ Showcase your business or organization

✅ Gain valuable exposure

✅ Support the Chamber’s mission

Featured Member Sponsorships with tabling opportunities are also available! 💼

Secure your spot today and make your mark. Win-Win for your brand + Chamber + LGBTQ+ community! 🚀 Become a sponsor today!

       

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR HOST

We appreciate Cadillac Bar for hosting this 3rd Thursday Breakfast - Community & Connections!

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