Chamber News
Wisconsin LGBT Chamber Welcomes Kim Valenta as New Outreach Coordinator
October 29, 2024 Will focus on serving businesses in South Central Wisconsin MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce Kim Valenta as the new Outreach Coordinator serving South Central Wisconsin. In this role, Valenta will serve as the Chamber’s brand ambassador in Madison and the surrounding areas, including Beloit,…
Wisconsin LGBT Chamber Announces 2024 Business Award Winners
October 1, 2024 Record number of nominations highlight commitment to diversity and inclusion Milwaukee, WI – The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2024 Business Awards, recognizing outstanding businesses, leaders, and advocates who have gone above and beyond in advancing diversity, inclusion, and equality in Wisconsin’s business community.…
Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce Welcomes CIBC US as Newest Platinum Founding Member
September 26, 2024 Milwaukee, WI – The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce CIBC as its newest Platinum Member, bringing the total number of Chamber members to over 740 businesses. “We are thrilled to welcome CIBC as our newest Platinum Member,” said Jason Rae, President & CEO of the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber…
Wisconsin LGBT Chamber Announces Hire of New Supplier Diversity Program Manager
March 18, 2024 The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Areli Herrera as the new Supplier Diversity Program Manager. In this role, Herrera will spearhead the development and implementation of the Chamber’s programs aimed at supporting and expanding the number of LGBT Business Enterprises (LGBTBE) across Wisconsin. “We are…
Wisconsin LGBT Chamber Announces Forward Madison FC as Newest Platinum Member
January 11, 2024 MILWAUKEEÂ – The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce proudly welcomes Forward Madison FC, the spirited soccer team based in Madison, as its newest Platinum Partner. This new partnership marks another significant step forward in promoting diversity, inclusion, and collaboration between the business community and the sports industry. “We are thrilled to announce…
The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce Announces 2023 Business Award Winners
October 25, 2023 MILWAUKEE, WI – The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce today announced the winners of its 2023 Business Awards, recognizing the contributions made by businesses and individuals in building a stronger LGBTQ and allied business community. “The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is so proud to recognize these amazing businesses and individuals for…
The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber’s Statement on Transgender Medical Care Ban
September 28, 2023 Statement on Transgender Medical Care Ban Protecting Wisconsin’s Inclusivity and Economic Prosperity On behalf of our nearly 700 business members from around the state, the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce stands adamantly opposed to the recently introduced Transgender Medical Care Ban Act — legislation that would threaten Wisconsin’s inclusivity and economic prosperity.…
Wisconsin LGBT Chamber Adds New BIPOC & Trans Program Manager to Staff
July 27, 2023 MILWAUKEE — The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce announced that it is hired Lo Villarreal as the Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) and Trans and Gender Non-Conforming (Trans) Program Manager, a new position that has been added to the organization. “As a Gender-Fluid and LatinX person, I have always made…
Wisconsin LGBT Chamber Brings on Three Outreach Coordinators Across the State
June 12, 2023 Jenna Sterr, Areka Nieto, and Kristin Conway join The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber Staff MILWAUKEE, WI – The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce has brought on three additional Outreach Coordinators to the Northeast, Southeast, and North Central and West regions. Outreach Coordinators serve as the brand ambassadors for the Chamber in their regions…
Wisconsin LGBT Chamber Announces Addition of Two New Team Members
March 13, 2023 Nick Barth and Heather Tice Join the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber Staff Milwaukee, WI —Â The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the addition of Nick Barth as the Chamber’s new Chief of Staff and Heather Tice as the new Marketing & Communications Manager. “We are thrilled to welcome Nick Barth…
$1.5 Million in New Grants Will Support LGBTQ+-Owned and Allied Restaurants
February 15, 2023 Wisconsin LGBT Chamber & National LGBT Chamber of Commerce Team Up with Grubhub For Another Year of Grants to Aid in Growth and Development Washington, DC — America’s LGBTQ+-owned restaurants and bars serving food will once again find a vital lifeline this year stemming from the ongoing partnership formed by the National LGBT Chamber…
Wisconsin LGBT Chamber Announces Winners of 2022 Business Awards
September 22, 2022 Michael Best recognized as Corporate Partner of the Year MILWAUKEE – The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce today announced the winners of its 2022 Business Awards, recognizing the contributions made by businesses and individuals in building a stronger LGBTQ and allied business community. “The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is so proud…