About Us
NGLCCNY - the National LGBTQ+ and Allied Chamber of Commerce New York (NGLCCNY) provides its members with transformational networking and educational opportunities that increase the financial, intellectual, and social capital of the LGBTQ+ business community.
As the New York affiliate of the LGBTQ+ & Allied Business Network of the National LGBTQ+ and Allied Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC), the Chamber provides access to certification opportunities for Certified LGBT Business Enterprise® (Certified LGBTBE®) suppliers, opening up countless contracting and procurement opportunities with corporations and governments nationwide.
To learn more about the NGLCC and how to become a Certified LGBTBE® supplier, click here.
How does NGLCCNY help LGBTQ+, diverse, and allied business owners succeed?
- Strategizes with corporate partners, other business organizations and the community at-large to strengthen opportunities and equality for LGBT businesses and professionals in the tristate region.
- Provides education and mentoring to LGBTQ and allied businesses and professionals.
- Partners with the financial services sector to improve members’ access to capital to start or grow their business.
- Provides marketing platforms for LGBTQ and allied businesses.
- Broadcasts news and information essential to the success of LGBTQ business enterprises and professionals on a local and national level.
- Provides access and discounts to NGLCC’s exclusive LGBTQ Business Enterprise Supplier Diversity certification to help businesses gain procurement opportunities with large corporations.
- Stays on the forefront of legislative issues and provides advocacy for LGBTQ business causes and non-discriminatory affairs.