Our Mission
"To grow and advance economic success, equity & inclusion across the Carolinas for LGBTQ+
and allied businesses and professionals."
The Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber supports LGBT+ and allied businesses through business development and growth strategy training; networking and collaborative creation; procurement of assets and funding; and advocacy for LGBT+ visibility and economic equity.
- Develop business skills and expertise through workshops, seminars, and business training.
- As the largest Charlotte region LGBTQ business/professional advocacy organization, market, network and grow visibility through our referral and networking opportunities.
- Advocate for positive economic, social, and political change.
Vision
We are working to build a future where Queer and allied businesses, alongside corporate partners, are visible, valued and lead with influence, driving advocacy and equitable opportunities across the Carolinas.
Service
As the Carolinas LGBT+ business/professional advocate, we work to serve our Members and Partners exceptionally:
- Plan exceptional service models
- Communicate and provide exceptional service
Leadership
We are responsive leaders for our LGBT+ business and professional community
- Demonstrate a commitment to integrity and ethics
- Collaborate to accomplish more than what could be achieved individually
- Listen to others for understanding to make informed decisions
- Assume positive intent
- Stand accountable to and for one another’s actions and results
- Develop future leaders
Passion
We are passionate about our work, our Members, and our Community
- Promote a contagiously positive, energizing, optimistic, and fun atmosphere
- Drive support for economic empowerment and equality
- Take pride in the work we do
Diversity, Inclusion, & Equity
We welcome a membership that is as diverse as the regions in which we live
- Collaborate with diverse business communities and organizations
- Infuse an inclusive culture into everything we do
- Reflect the diversity of our membership in leadership opportunities
Success
We love success!
Recognize the hard work of Volunteers, Board, and Staff
Support Members and Partners to reach their objectives and commend them when they succeed
CLGBTCC uses its affiliation with the following organizations to build recognition for today’s vibrant LGBT+ business and professional community and to foster the growth of similar organizations throughout the region:
National LGBT Chamber of Commerce, Charlotte Regional Business Alliance, Charlotte Small Business Coalition, North Carolina Chamber of Commerce, Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, & South Carolina Association of Community Economic Development