GPECC - Greater Phoenix Equality Chamber of Commerce

GPECC - Greater Phoenix Equality Chamber of Commerce GPECC promotes an equitable business community by supporting the interests of LGBTQ+ businesses.

WHAT WE VALUE…
• Equality
• Community Leadership
• Diversity
• Gratitude
• Respect

Tomorrow is a full day of Pride in Phoenix! 🌈 The Parade begins at 10 AM, and the Phoenix Pride Festival takes place dow...
10/10/2026

Tomorrow is a full day of Pride in Phoenix! 🌈 The Parade begins at 10 AM, and the Phoenix Pride Festival takes place downtown at the Arizona Center from 12–10 PM.

At The Pemberton, Pride Afternoon starts at 2 PM, with Passport Destilados, Twisted Botanist, and a Q***r Holiday Market vendor sneak peek. Then join us for our Central Mixer + Pride Mixer from 5:30–7:30 PM. We’re looking forward to celebrating and connecting with our LGBTQ+ and allied community!

📍 The Pemberton, 1121 N 2nd St, Phoenix

Find details on our event calendar at equalitychamber.org.

Phoenix Pride is heading downtown, and our community is ready to show up! 🌈For the first time since 2003, the Phoenix Pr...
10/10/2026

Phoenix Pride is heading downtown, and our community is ready to show up! 🌈

For the first time since 2003, the Phoenix Pride Festival is moving from Steele Indian School Park to the Arizona Center. It’s a big moment for a community anchor and a chance to bring Pride energy to downtown Phoenix.

🌈 45th Phoenix Pride Festival
📅 Sunday, October 11, 2026
🕛 12 PM–10 PM
📍 Arizona Center, downtown Phoenix
🎟️ General admission is free; paid options are limited to VIP and select headliner areas.

The Phoenix Pride Parade begins Sunday at 10 AM, and the pre-Pride concert is Saturday, October 10.

As you celebrate, take time to explore downtown and support the LGBTQ+-owned and allied businesses surrounding the new festival footprint. Let’s make this new chapter a vibrant one for our whole community!

And don't forget to come visit the Equality Chamber at The Pemberton House to get off your feet and meet some cool businesses!

This is your week-of reminder to join us for the Equality Chamber's Central Mixer! 🌈Connect with LGBTQ+ business owners,...
10/08/2026

This is your week-of reminder to join us for the Equality Chamber's Central Mixer! 🌈

Connect with LGBTQ+ business owners, entrepreneurs, and allies in a welcoming, low-pressure setting. Bring your business cards and grow your network with us at , right after the free 2:00 PM Pride Afternoon during Pride at The Pemberton.

📅 Sunday, October 11
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 The Pemberton, 1121 N 2nd St, Phoenix
🎟️ Free for GPECC members | $10 for future members

Register today: https://www.equalitychamber.org/event-calendar #!event/2026/10/15/pride-kick-off-central-phoenix-netmixer

We'll see you there!

The Equality Chamber takes over The Pemberton House for Pride! 🌈Join us Sunday, October 11, for an afternoon and evening...
10/08/2026

The Equality Chamber takes over The Pemberton House for Pride! 🌈

Join us Sunday, October 11, for an afternoon and evening filled with community, connection, and celebration at The Pemberton.

🕑 2:00 PM, Pride Afternoon
Free admission featuring mezcal tastings from Passport Destilados, craft cocktails made with The Twisted Botanist's botanical mixers, tarot readings by Strength and Soul, and a sneak peek at the Q***r Holiday Market with Empower BodyCare, WRYT365, and Mallowhaus.

🕠 5:30 PM, Pride Mixer
Bring your business cards and meet fellow LGBTQ+ business owners, entrepreneurs, and allies. Free for members | $10 for future members.

📍 The Pemberton
1121 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Register today: https://www.equalitychamber.org/event-calendar #!event/2026/10/15/pride-kick-off-central-phoenix-netmixer

Cool air, good drinks, great people: the perfect place to relax and network during Pride. We’ll see you there! 💙

Vendor Spotlight: Empower BodyCare 🌈Meet Empower BodyCare, one of the 150+ LGBTQ+ and allied makers joining us at the 4t...
10/07/2026

Vendor Spotlight: Empower BodyCare 🌈

Meet Empower BodyCare, one of the 150+ LGBTQ+ and allied makers joining us at the 4th Annual Q***r Holiday Market! Their handmade body care is made with intention, and their booth is always a favorite.

Come say hello and shop small this holiday season. Find them on Instagram at empowerbodycare and online at empowerbodycare.com.

📅 Sunday, November 22, 2026
⏰ 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Chateau Luxe, 1175 E Lone Cactus Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85024
🛍️ 150+ vendors • Free admission • Free parking

Learn more at queerholidaymarket.org.

***rHolidayMarket

How can businesses move beyond surface-level representation and create genuine connections with Hispanic communities?Joi...
10/07/2026

How can businesses move beyond surface-level representation and create genuine connections with Hispanic communities?

Join NGLCC’s Heritage Committee and the Greater Phoenix Equality Chamber of Commerce for Beyond the Campaign: Cultural Intelligence and Authentic Engagement, a special Hispanic Heritage Month conversation.

📅 Wednesday, October 14
⏰ 2–3 PM ET
💻 Virtual

Jonathan “Jon” Ramirez, gay Latino entrepreneur and co-owner of NGLCC-certified LGBTBE® Eat It Up Marketing, will explore why cultural intelligence matters when engaging Hispanic consumers—and how businesses can move beyond stereotypes and one-size-fits-all campaigns.

Jon will share real-world examples and actionable strategies for incorporating cultural nuance, understanding local communities, uplifting diverse voices, and building lasting trust with Hispanic consumers year-round.

Business owners, marketing professionals, corporate partners, and community leaders are all encouraged to join us!

➡️ Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/m1Pod9a0TOO7zLFrz0KnQQ

Two chambers. More connections. One community. 🌈Join Peoria Chamber of Commerce, Arizona and for the West Valley NetMix...
10/06/2026

Two chambers. More connections. One community. 🌈

Join Peoria Chamber of Commerce, Arizona and for the West Valley NetMixer: Unity in Business Mixer, a welcoming evening for LGBTQ+ and allied business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals to connect, build relationships, and grow together.

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30pm
📍 Red Zone Sports Grill, 8110 W. Union Hills Dr., #350, Glendale, AZ 85308

Enjoy complimentary soft drinks and appetizers while meeting members of both chambers. Admission is free for members and $20 for future members.

We’ll also have a 50/50 raffle:
🎟️ $5 for one ticket
🎟️ $10 for five tickets
🎟️ $20 for ten tickets

Register at equalitychamber.org. We hope to see you there!

We’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on Brick Road Coffee, the PRESENTING SPONSOR of the 4th Annual Q***r Holiday Market!...
10/02/2026

We’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on Brick Road Coffee, the PRESENTING SPONSOR of the 4th Annual Q***r Holiday Market! 🌈

Thank you, Brick Road Coffee, for investing in this event and helping make space for LGBTQ+ and allied vendors to share their creativity, grow their businesses, and connect with the community.

Your support helps bring an inclusive, vibrant holiday marketplace to life, and we’re so grateful to have you alongside us!

Join us for a joyful day of shopping, connection, and community:

📅 Sunday, November 22, 2026
⏰ 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Chateau Luxe

Learn more at queerholidaymarket.org.

Thank you, Brick Road Coffee, for helping our community thrive! 💛

***rHolidayMarket

Join NGLCC & The Greater Phoenix Equality Chamber of Commerce today at the September Sip & Pitch program at 3:30 PM ET!...
09/24/2026

Join NGLCC & The Greater Phoenix Equality Chamber of Commerce today at the September Sip & Pitch program at 3:30 PM ET! Sip & Pitch is a virtual event where LGBTQ+ and interested suppliers, as well as their allies, pitch their businesses to a panel of experts and corporate partners for feedback in a fun and informal setting. It’s a great way to discover new companies, offer insights, and build meaningful connections.
This month is a special Construction & Architecture Edition of Sip & Pitch, featuring both suppliers and judges from the industry. Whether you're looking to connect with diverse suppliers, grow your network, or just learn more about incredible LGBTQ+ and allied-owned businesses, we will see you there!
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_fekHiiSSQaIfcPbqouWog

🌈 Still feeling the energy from Saturday’s RISE Small Business Conference!This past Saturday, our community came togethe...
09/22/2026

🌈 Still feeling the energy from Saturday’s RISE Small Business Conference!

This past Saturday, our community came together for a full day of learning, connecting, sharing ideas, and investing in the future of small business.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who made RISE possible — our attendees, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers, partners, and GPECC team. 💜

From engaging breakout sessions and meaningful conversations to new connections made throughout the day, RISE was a reminder of just how powerful our business community can be when we come together.

To everyone who spent their Saturday with us: thank you for showing up, participating, asking questions, making connections, and investing in yourself and your business.

We hope you left RISE with new ideas, new relationships, and new tools to help your business grow.

📸 Here are just a few moments from an incredible day!

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1101 N Central Avenue, Box 108
Phoenix, AZ
85004

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+14806489423

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