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What is the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce?
The Chamber is the leading voice for the LGBTQ+ and Allied Business Community in the Greater Houston region.
Mission: The Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce accelerates economic opportunity for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer + business community through a strong network of business allies, innovative programs, strategic partnerships and advance policies that foster economic inclusion and equality.
The Chamber launched in 2016 to ensure representation for the LGBTQ+ Business Community. The organization was founded by Co-Founders Tammi Wallace and Gary Wood. The Chamber is supported by members and Corporate Partners that invest in the mission of the organization.
- Grown every year since the launch of the organization
- Only business organization in the region focused on supporting and growing the LGBTQ+ and Allied Business Community
- Working with the Chamber and the NGLCC, the City of Houston is the first city in Texas to recognize LGBT-owned businesses
- Largest number of Certified LGBTBE® businesses in the State of Texas
Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce Recognized as Rising Star Affiliate Chamber of the Year by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce
“This recognition from NGLCC is a tremendous honor and significant milestone. It acknowledges the tireless efforts of the Chamber within our region and Texas on behalf of our members and the LGBTQ+ community.”
Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce Recognized as Rising Star Affiliate Chamber of the Year by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce
“This recognition from NGLCC is a tremendous honor and significant milestone. It acknowledges the tireless efforts of the Chamber within our region and Texas on behalf of our members and the LGBTQ+ community.”
HOUSTON, TX (August 18, 2023) – The Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce was recognized today by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) with the Rising Star Affiliate Chamber of the Year. The prestigious award was presented at the NGLCC’s annual International Business & Leadership Conference today in Denver, Colorado. Accepting the honor and sharing remarks on behalf of the Chamber was Tammi Wallace, Chamber Co-Founder, President & CEO.
The Rising Star Affiliate Chamber Award is given to a newer Affiliate Chamber, or a Chamber experiencing new growth and vitality. The Rising Star Chamber has exhibited vitality and relevance in its community, brought a unified voice to the LGBTQ+ business community it serves, and proven its commitment to being part of the broader national movement. This chamber recognizes the importance of solid planning and goal setting, has a plan for maintaining its pattern of growth and stability, and serves as an inspiration to its fellow chambers. The Rising Star Chamber will have actively participated in NGLCC grant and program opportunities and believes in the spirit of partnership and actively works to strengthen relationships with NGLCC and its fellow affiliates.
“This recognition from NGLCC is a tremendous honor and significant milestone. It acknowledges the tireless efforts of the Chamber within our region and Texas on behalf of our members and the LGBTQ+ community,” said Tammi Wallace, Co-Founder, President & CEO, Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce. “Since our launch in 2016, our mission has been to ensure the LGBTQ+ business community secures a rightful seat at the table and a powerful voice. But rest assured, our work is far from over; we're just embarking on an incredible path of growth and impact focused on LGBTQ+ economic inclusion.”
“The Chamber has been ‘boots on the ground’ since 2016 working and supporting LGBTQ+ business owners, as well as our allies, and the entire community,” said Shenice Brown, Board Chair, Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce. “Over the past eight years, the organization has made such an incredible impact for the LGBTQ+ community. I am excited about the important work and impact that the Chamber will make in the years ahead for our community.”
In addition to this milestone, the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated another milestone of hitting 400 members for the first time in the organization’s history.
The Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce joins a distinguished list of NGLCC Affiliate Chambers recognized over the years with the Rising Star Affiliate Chamber of the Year Award.
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About the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce accelerates economic opportunity for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer + (LGBTQ+) business community through a strong network of business allies, innovative programs, strategic partnerships and advance policies that foster economic inclusion and equality. Visit www.houstonlgbtchamber.com to learn more about the Chamber.
About NGLCC
The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) is the business voice of the LGBT community and is the largest global advocacy organization specifically dedicated to expanding economic opportunities and advancements for LGBT people. NGLCC is the exclusive certification body for LGBT-owned businesses, known as Certified LGBT Business Enterprise® (Certified LGBTBE®) suppliers. www.nglcc.org
Additional Info
Media Contact : Tammi Wallace | Cell: 713-301-2266 | tammi.wallace@houstonlgbtchamber.com
Listen to Chamber Leadership talk about the important work of the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce focused on economic inclusion for the LGBTQ+ & Allied Business Community. The Chamber is at the intersection of business + community!
The Chamber provides tremendous value to member businesses through business development opportunities, marketing exposure to businesses and consumers, including the LGBTQ+ market, representation in the regional and national LGBTQ+ and business communities, resources for business growth and operation, and advocacy for equal rights and business-friendly public policy.
Media Inquiries:
For media inquiries, please contact 832-510-3002 or info@houstonlgbtchamber.com