In This Issue: I’m Still Standing (After All These Attacks on LGBTQ+ Rights); Small Business Boom; Upcoming Events
In This Issue: I’m Still Standing (After All These Attacks on LGBTQ+ Rights); Small Business Boom; Upcoming Events
Business
Kelley Robinson to be First Black, Queer Woman to Lead Human Rights Campaign
Kelley Robinson, who comes to the LGBTQ+ civil rights organization from Planned Parenthood Action Fund, said her identities shape how she will approach the...
Chamber Connect: Show Support for Pride and Nashville Businesses Year-Round
At The Nashville LGBT Chamber, we work all year to promote equality in the workplace. June’s Pride Month is when a lot of businesses...
Nashville LGBT Chamber Hosts 2022 Pride in Business Awards
The Pride in Business Awards are presented by Waller and kicked off Pride Month in Tennessee by recognizing LGBT-owned businesses, allied businesses, non-profits, corporate...
Dr. Dorsha James: From Bedside to Business Owner
Services like myURGENCYMD help underserved communities and assist in breaking down barriers to healthcare for many populations.
Grubhub & National LGBT Chamber of Commerce to Present Nashville with Grants During Multi-State Tour Supporting LGBTQ Businesses
The NGLCC & Grubhub Community Impact Grant program provides a financial lifeline to those impacted by COVID-19 with grants expected to range from $5,000...
Stepping Out of the Shadow
5 min read
Organizing a pride event in a historically discriminatory area may have some people saying it’s impossible. Layla Quiñones and her wife Ericka were up...
Chamber Connect for February • March 2022
3 min read
A great way to support the LGBTQ+ community is by frequenting chamber member businesses—just look for our OPEN and EQUAL membership sticker on windows...
Greg Cason: Leaving a Legacy
3 min read
While building bridges of understanding with community leaders, policymakers, and educators on the needs of LGBTQ+ people of color is important to Greg, his...
Bald Bearded Boss
8 min read
I first met Elliott in 2019 at an awards ceremony. Sure he’s bald and bearded, but the first thing I noticed was his kindness....