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As we start the new year, the latest issue of Business Intersections is focused on new beginnings!
Traditionally when we start the new year, many people orient themselves to new goals, plans and/or changes. This issue highlights some of our members and their new beginnings with their businesses or just in life. It’s truly the perfect issue to kick off 2023!
Read these stories, learn more about the Chamber and find out more about getting involved in this issue.
We launched Business Intersections several years ago to share the amazing stories of our members! This issue captures some great stories. Take a few minutes to learn more about these members, including our very first Chamber Member. Can you guess who is the Chamber's very first member? Read the issue to find out which member invested in the Chamber and our mission.
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Are you interested in advertising in an upcoming issue of Business Intersections? Complete the advertising form. | |
Celebrating the Chamber's 2022 Milestones | Last year was one filled with milestones including extraordinary growth! The Chamber is positioned for even more growth in the months and years ahead. These accomplishments and opportunity ahead would not be possible without the generous support of our members. Thank you for helping us create impact for the LGBTQ+ community in 2022! | |
Inaugural 3rd Thursday Breakfast a HUGE Success! | |
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The Chamber kicked off one of the newest events this month and it was a huge success. We had a great crowd and look forward to growing this event!
The 3rd Thursday Breakfast is a wonderful opportunity to connect with individuals, business owners and community leaders. In a world where more connection is needed, the Chamber is excited to host this event each month with our member host, Harold's. It's all about networking and community!
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Thank you to Chamber Gold Level Corporate Partner, HP, for generously providing Dalton DeHart with technology to replace some of the equipment he lost in the fire on Christmas Eve. Again…HP steps us to help Chamber members! Last month, HP generously donated monitors for Chamber small businesses and non-profit members. HP is an outstanding example of making impact for small businesses, nonprofits and community! | |  |
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Donate to Help
Dalton DeHart
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Over the holidays, Chamber Photographer and Community Icon, Dalton DeHart, experienced a tremendous loss when his condo was destroyed by smoke and water damage from a fire in a neighboring unit on December 23rd. While Dalton was not hurt, he lost so much, and as you can imagine, he will have some immediate needs to help him move forward and over the long-term as well.
If you know, Dalton DeHart, you know he gives back in countless ways through his time and talent. He is a community treasure. Now, it’s time for the community to give back to him.
Dalton NEVER asks for help so we’re asking for him. Please consider donating to Dalton to help him recover from this tragedy. He needs community now more than ever. A GoFundMe Page has been set-up to help support immediate needs for him.
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Featured Event:
Chamber 7th Anniversary Celebration
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Help us celebrate the Chamber's anniversary month and mix and mingle with members and guests on Wednesday, February 22 at Maggiano's. This Chamber event is the perfect opportunity for business-to-business and professional networking to establish new relationships and business contacts or just to connect with community. It's always a fantastic crowd and a terrific opportunity to make some great connections!
Sponsor this event and get visibility for your biz and showcase your support for the LGBTQ+ community!
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Join the Texas LGBTQ Chambers of Commerce
Day at the Capitol
| The Texas LGBTQ Chambers of Commerce are working to fight anti-LGBTQ+ bills and send a message that Texas needs to be open for ALL business and that Business IS Business! We have also been working on a collective legislative goal: to add the LGBTBE® Certification to state contracting to ensure that LGBTQ+ businesses are recognized and included. Representation matters in state contracting and ensuring the LGBTQ+ business community has a seat at the table. | |
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- Clerk - Front Office
- Call Center Rep
- Eligibility Specialist - Montrose Clinic
- Medical Assistant - Montrose Clinic
| Did you know the members can post open job positions to the Chamber Jobs Board? Learn how by watching the overview video. | | |
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Do you have good news to share about your member business or an individual member milestone? From time to time, the Chamber highlights significant accomplishments, big milestones and other good news about our members and Corporate Partners. Please submit your news here. We look forward to sharing your good news!
For more information about other benefits, please sign into the Info Hub where you can access a wealth of information about your membership.
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Advertise in the next issue of Business Intersections | | |
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Talk about a win-win! Advertising in the Chamber magazine is a great way to bring visibility for your business and support the Chamber! 🙌
Members can take advantage of advertising space (with member-only rates) in each edition of the magazine.
The quarterly magazine is promoted on the Chamber's website, through social media, newsletters and more. Business Intersections creates 45,000 impressions for each edition of the magazine. Plus, it is regularly promoted via email signature lines for the Chamber Team!
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HOW Water is a Local Houston company that manufacture, sell, and distributes hyperpure oxgenated water (HOW) bottled in infinitely recyclable aluminum bottles. We are the future of hydration!
MEMBER BENEFIT: Chamber members, LGBTQ+ community and allies can enjoy 30% off your first subscription delivery or 20% Off one-time orders of HOW Water plus FREE Delivery. HOW Water is committed to bringing the community together based on inclusion one neighborhood at a time. drinkhowwater.com
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Chamber Leaders joined Corporate Partner, Bank of America, for the annual Neighborhood Builders Celebration recognizing organizations and individuals for their impact in the community. | |
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Opening Day – 88th Texas Legislative Session - Chamber Leadership headed to Austin last week for Opening Day of the 88th Texas Legislative Session. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with the greater Houston legislative delegation. | | |
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Grand Opening – United Inflight Training Center – Chamber Leadership joined Gold Level Corporate Partner, United, for the opening of the new Inflight Training Center located at IAH. The event featured Scott Kirby, United CEO, Mayor Sylvester Turner and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson-Lee among other dignitaries and elected officials. | |
Houston Business Journal Economic Forecast Breakfast – Chamber Leadership joined the HBJ for the annual economic forecast breakfast. | |
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Thank you to our newest Corporate Partner for their support of the Chamber and the LGBTQ+ and Allied business community. Welcome! | A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, Air Liquide USA employs more than 20,000 people in the U.S. in more than 1,300 locations and plant facilities including a world-class R&D center. We offer industrial and medical gases, technologies and related services to a wide range of customers in energy, petrochemical, industrial, electronics and healthcare markets. | | |
Check out the Photos from Recent Chamber Events | |
It's been a busy few weeks at the Chamber. Check out some of the recent photos! | | |
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January 6, 2023 - First Friday Meet & Eat at City Cellars HTX | |
January 19, 2023 - 3rd Thursday Community & ConnXions Breakfast at Harold's | |
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December 14, 2022 - Chamber Board Celebration Dinner | |
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Take the Pain Out Of Payroll!
Save Time & Money!
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The Chamber's partnership with ADP is a win-win for our members/affiliates and the Chamber, through the discounted services and ADP's investment in the Chamber. Thank you to ADP for your partnership and support of the Chamber!
Through the partnership with the Chamber, ADP is offering employee related support and resources as well as access to exclusive pricing for all members and affiliates of our organization.
As an immediate benefit ADP will be providing complimentary HR screenings for all members to answer any questions you might have about your employees, payroll, HR and benefits.
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Professional Membership! Join Today! | |
Did you know the Chamber has a professional membership level? We have individuals who don’t have a business but want to be part of all the great work of the Chamber. Join as a professional member today!
Learn more here and join today!
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Register for Upcoming Events! | |
There are plenty of ways to engage with the Chamber coming up and great opportunities to make some connections and even have fun! Register for these upcoming events TODAY! | |
The Chamber events calendar is regularly updated so check back often and keep an eye out for event announcements. | | |
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Show your support for the LGBTQ+ community! The Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce offers numerous sponsorship and marketing opportunities throughout the year. This Sponsorship Guide outlines the various opportunities to increase your brand visibility with Chamber members and the LGBTQ+ community.
Click here to learn more and become a sponsor. Use this form to inquire about 2023 Sponsorship Opportunities!
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Congratulations to Reda Hicks with Chamber Member, GotSpot, Inc., on being installed as the 2023 President for the Texas Lyceum. The Lyceum acts as a catalyst to bring together diverse opinions and expertise to focus on national and state issues and seeks to emphasize constructive private sector, public sector and individual responses to the issues. | |
Do you have good news to share about your member business of an individual member milestone? From time to time, the Chamber highlights significant accomplishments, big milestones and other good news about our Members and Corporate Partners. Please submit your news here. | |
Thank you to the following members for their continued support of the Chamber! | |
We are thrilled to welcome our newest members to the Chamber! | |
True Colors Counseling Center | |
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The Chamber is growing! It’s a great time to be part of our growing and thriving Chamber community. Join today! | |
Channel Highlight - YouTube | Check out the Chamber’s YouTube page for past events, resources and more. | Also, check out the Facebook Member Group where member can post information about their organizations. Are you a new Chamber Member? Post up an intro video and let us know about you and your member organization! | | |
It's a GREAT time to be part of the Chamber! |
Make sure your business is included in the online Chamber Directory where the community finds LGBTQ+ supportive businesses. Show your support and get more visibility for your business in the LGBTQ+ community!
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Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas | |
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Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce www.houstonlgbtchamber.com
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