Queer in Business: Building LGBTQ+ Allyship in the Business Community

Description

This event is open to both Chamber members and non-members.

LGBTQ+ professionals are an essential part of the Capital Region's workforce, leadership pipeline, and business community. Despite being represented across all levels of the business ecosystem, from front-line employees to senior leadership, the Queer community’s contributions and perspectives are often underrepresented in conversations about workplace culture, talent development, and economic growth.

A panel of LGBTQ+ business leaders and allies will explore how organizations can foster welcoming, inclusive workplaces where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. The discussion will highlight practical ways employers and colleagues can strengthen allyship, foster belonging, and support professional growth, while also examining how leaders across the Capital Region can elevate visibility and expand opportunities for LGBTQ+ members of our business community.

·  Dr. LB Hannahs, Tangible Development (Moderator)  

·  Kevin Owens, NYSTEC   

·  Brianne Rose-Myers Brinker, Authentically Brianne  

·  Sam Trimboli, Northeast Grocery

·  Eleana Velez, MVP Healthcare  

Join us Wednesday, November 18 at the Capital Region Chamber's new office at 187 Wolf Road, Suite 102 from 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Online registration will close at noon on 11/17.