North Texas LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce

10/20/2026

Join NGLCC - The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce & North Texas LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce at the upcoming Sip & Pitch on October 29 at 3:30 PM ET!
This special edition will highlight businesses in the Own It! Program, a virtual entrepreneurial intensive designed for transgender, gender expansive (TGX) and allied new and aspiring business owners to bring their entrepreneurial plans to fruition. Own It! is co-created and maintained by nglccNY, TD Bank, and Destination Tomorrow.

Sip & Pitch is a virtual event where LGBTQ+ and allied suppliers pitch their businesses to a panel of experts and corporate partners for feedback in a fun, informal setting. It’s a great way to discover new businesses, offer insights, and build meaningful connections.

Whether you're looking to connect with diverse suppliers, grow your network, or just learn more about incredible LGBTQ+ and allied-owned businesses, this is a can't-miss event!

https://business.lgbtchamber.com/events/Details/nglcc-sip-pitch-1608219?sourceTypeId=Website

10/19/2026

With Uptown Players – We just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉We are a huge fan of Uptown Players. Have you seen their 2026-27 season? https://uptownplayers.org/2026-2027-season

10/19/2026

We share the vision of our members who support equality and are open to all. We could not be more proud of their accomplishments that include sustaining and thriving as a solopreneur, starting up a new business, expanding to a 2nd location, creating jobs, supporting one another, and advocating for the community. Their success is our business.

Across Texas, chambers are doing this work in hundreds of communities, turning hometown priorities into statewide progress. TCCE - Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives

10/18/2026

VOTE EARLY. GET TACOS. BUILD COMMUNITY.

Voting empowers our local businesses, protects our rights, and shapes the future of Oak Lawn and North Texas.

Partners include North Texas LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce, Texas Business Leader Alliance, 4123 Cedar Springs, and CHISPAS food+fire+soul.

Open to all Chamber members, area residents, and local workers. Come cast your vote early and celebrate civic engagement with your neighbors!

Voter Resources & Logistics
To double-check registration status or review local voter resources before heading out, visit VoteTexas.gov or check the Dallas County Elections Department Portal.

10/17/2026

Early voting begins Monday!

10/16/2026

Power Up! Spend an intimate lunch with Chamber members and guests learning from Linda McMahon, CEO of Dallas Economic Development Corporation, about their role in supporting small businesses and communities while attracting and retaining the area's largest corporations.

October 23rd at Salum Restaurant

https://business.lgbtchamber.com/events/Details/power-lunch-series-dallas-edc-1850243?sourceTypeId=Website

10/15/2026

The Chamber and our members are always thrilled to be included in the Mega Mixer at of Irving! Register on your Chamber's website. https://business.lgbtchamber.com/events/Details/2026-mega-mixer-at-toyota-of-irving-1934680?sourceTypeId=Website

10/10/2026

Thank you for including Q***r Professionals Network Fort Worth in the 2026 Best Of issue. LGBTQ+ and Ally professionals doing business in the 10th largest U.S. city deserve a safe space for networking, growing a business, and community building. Come visit us on the last Thursdays of the month.

10/09/2026

It's Taco Tuesday with a cause.

Your voice shapes our community—and on Tuesday, October 20th, casting your ballot comes with a side of local flavor!

To celebrate civic action, the North Texas LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Texas Business Leader Alliance, 4123 Cedar Springs, and CHISPAS Kitchen + Hospitality, invites you to participate in a first-of-its-kind voter engagement gathering! .

How to participate:

Vote early at the Oak Lawn Library between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Walk over to 4123 CEDAR SPRINGS
Enjoy complimentary tacos and connect with fellow voters, neighbors, and community members!

Open to all Chamber members, area residents, and local workers. Come cast your vote early and celebrate civic engagement with your neighbors!

Please register to help us have enough food. You must have your I Voted sticker to get free food. https://business.lgbtchamber.com/events/Details/turn-out-for-tacos-1953235?sourceTypeId=Website

10/07/2026

Join us for the SME Roundtable, presented by Wells Fargo on October 7th at 9am. The Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Roundtable is a dynamic new program designed to connect you with fellow business leaders, share real-world insights, and unlock new opportunities.

Attendees will receive important information on the new NGLCC Allied SME Certification, business opportunities, and industry trends. It is free for members. Register today!

Join us for the re-launch of the SME Roundtable. The Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Roundtable is a dynamic new program designed to connect you with fellow business leaders, share real-world insights, and unlock new opportunities. This interactive session offers a space to crowdsource chall...