LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois

10/13/2026

Are you a transgender or allied business owner or entrepreneur? Are you looking to connect with other transgender or allied businesses owners? The LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois invites you to join the NGLCC - The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce on Thursday October 22 from 3:30pm-4:30pm for a virtual event. This is a free opportunity to connect. Register at https://www.nglcc.org/event-details-1/tgx-allies-networking-mixer

10/08/2026

Hispanic communities. Drawing on his experience as a gay Latino entrepreneur and co-owner of Eat It Up Marketing, an NGLCC-certified LGBTBE® marketing agency in San Antonio, Jonathan “Jon” Ramirez will explore why cultural intelligence is essential for authentically engaging Hispanic consumers. Attendees will learn how to move beyond cookie-cutter campaigns and stereotypes, incorporate cultural nuance into their marketing strategies, and build trust and long-term loyalty.

Jon will share real-world examples and actionable strategies businesses can use to better understand local culture, uplift diverse voices, and authentically connect with Hispanic consumers year-round. Whether you’re a business owner, marketing professional, corporate partner, or community leader, this conversation will offer practical insights for creating stronger connections with Hispanic communities.

Free Event & Registration

Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/m1Pod9a0TOO7zLFrz0KnQQ #/registration

10/04/2026

Interested in a leadership role with the LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois? Always wanted to serve on a not-for-profit board? Here's your chance to be involved with the LGBT business community.

10/01/2026

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

The LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois & the LGBT Business Foundation of Illinois have opportunities for members and sponsors to be in the Chicago Pride Parade on Sunday June 28, 2026. The Chamber & Foundation will have a float again this year and here is your opportunity to have your organization front and center for over 1 million parade participants and viewers. Be seen nationally on the televised and streaming parade festivities. Contact the Chamber at (773) 303-0167. Tickets and sponsorships are limited, so don't miss out on this amazing opportunity.

03/25/2026

Next Tuesday, don’t miss out on this conversation with Nick Marzo (he/him), founder of on entrepreneurship for gender-diverse business owners and how to grow professionally while prioritizing personal well-being. Thanks to the for organizing this digital session!

Registration link in the comments!

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03/25/2026

Gender-diverse business owners and customers are experiencing heightened visibility and a challenging landscape. Join us next Tuesday for a digital conversation with Nick Marzo (he/him), founder of Modern Path, and our friends at the NGLCC that discusses how we embrace visibility in ways that feel aligned and affirming.

Register here: https://bit.ly/NGLCCTDOV26

03/04/2026

The March edition of our Networking Happy Hour returns next week to ! Bring your friends and share your work with the LGBTQ+ business community.

03/04/2026

The gutting of HIV drug programs isn't just bad policy; it threatens a repeat of history's deadliest mistake, writes John Casey.