Posts by c.turner@clgbtcc.org
CLGBTCC Celebrates 31 Years with a Call to Action as Pride Begins!
The Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce takes pride in our mission to empower, support, and connect businesses and professionals within our vibrant community. Together we can continue to drive progress, raise awareness, and advocate for equity in the workplace and the marketplace. We urge all businesses, corporations, and non-profit organizations to join us in this crucial endeavor, not just during Pride month, but throughout the year.
Read MoreCLGBTCC Statement on Pending SC Legislation
According to the Movement Advancement Project (MAP), there are nearly 200,000 LGBTQ people in South Carolina. They are parents, students, workers, and entrepreneurs deserving of equal access and protections by their elected leaders. Recent legislation targeting expressive performances, including drag shows, will have a chilling impact on live entertainment, causing harm to venues and establishments…
Read MoreCLGBTCC Statement on NC SB49
North Carolina Senate Bill 49, entitled “Parents’ Bill of Rights,” was introduced in the North Carolina General Assembly. This Bill is a copy of nationwide attacks on LGBT+ youth in schools. This Bill is about attacking the existence and education of LGBTQ+ kids and their families. It harms vulnerable students and weaponizes bigotry against teachers…
Read MoreCarolinas LGBT+ Chamber Announces Winners of 2020-2021 Business & Community Awards & Preparations for its Annual Gala
December 9, 2022 CHARLOTTE — The Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of its2022 Business & Community Awards, a program that recognizes the contributions made by businesses and individuals in building a stronger LGBT+ and allied business and professional community. When announced, President & CEO, Chad Turner said “We are thrilled that this…
Read MoreCLGBTCC Announces Partnership with Bank of America
Support of Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce aligns to Bank of America’s commitment to foster a culture of inclusion, serve our LGBTQ+ clients with pride and be resolute in our commitment to the LGBTQ+ communities in which we live and work. We’ve been pioneering on LGBTQ+ inclusion for over 20 years.
Read MoreCarolinas LGBT+ Chamber Announces Winners of 2020-2021 Business & Community Awards
CLGBTCC announces the 2020-2021 award recipients!
Read MoreCarolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce Announces Partnership with Blue Ridge Pride
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | June 29, 2021 Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce will join Blue Ridge Pride on June 28, 2021 at New Belgium Brewery in Asheville, NC to announce their strategic partnership in the Chamber’s two-state expansion. “Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce will be a robust and impactful economic development organization by uniting the…
Read MoreThe Charlotte LGBT Chamber of Commerce Expands into Two-state Region as Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 6, 2021 Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce was unveiled Tuesday as an expansion of the Charlotte LGBT Chamber with a vision to create the most vibrant, inclusive, and healthy economy in the Western North Carolina and South Carolina region. For three decades, the Chamber has been the leading business and…
Read MoreCLGBTCC Announces Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Charlotte LGBT Chamber of Commerce Announces “This is your shot!” Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic Charlotte, NC, April 7, 2021 — The Charlotte LGBT Chamber of Commerce announced that they will host a drive-through Covid-19 vaccination clinic on Thursday, April 22, 2021. The vaccinations will be provided by the Mecklenburg County Health Department.…
Read MoreHelp Shape Charlotte’s Future!
The Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan is the long-range plan that will guide the development and investments made in our city over the next two decades.
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