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Business Pride Magazine Spring 2025
Business Pride Magazine Spring 2025 Brought to you by the Chamber The Spring 2025 issue of the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce Business Pride Magazine is now online and ready to read! Chamber and Member Events Blog CategoriesBlog Categories Select Category Ambassadors Board of Directors Chamber News Community Diversity & Inclusion Events Leadership News LGBTBE…
Read MoreSmall Business Spotlight: MOC BOD
Small Business Spotlight: MOC BOD MOC BOD 5507 Troost Ave Kansas City, MO 64110 816-226-7105 http://mocbod.com Year founded: 2023 Tell us a little about your business? MOC BOD is a one-stop shop for the LGBTQ+ community and our allies to shop, hang out, and receive personal care services in a safe, welcoming space. We started…
Read MoreCongrats Nerd Town Marketing
Congrats Nerd Town Marketing Please join us in celebrating Mid-America LGBT Chamber member Nerd Town Marketing on achieving Certified LGBT Business Enterprise® (Certified LGBTBE®) certification through the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) Supplier Diversity Initiative! Founded and led by Ronn McLane, a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, Nerd Town Marketing was created with…
Read MoreWorkforce SynQ: Fostering Psychological Safety in the Workplace
Workforce SynQ: Fostering Psychological Safety in the Workplace Last Friday’s Workforce SynQ session provided a valuable opportunity for professionals to explore the importance of psychological safety in the workplace. Led by Dr. Thomas Ayres, a Doctoral Research Faculty member at the Center for Wellbeing at Children’s Mercy Kansas City, the event focused on how workplace…
Read MoreCoffee Connections at Unicorn Theatre
Coffee Connections at Unicorn Theatre More than just coffee, these gatherings are a chance to connect with fellow members, build relationships, and support each other’s work. Huge thanks to Unicorn Theatre for hosting our April Coffee Connections — and to everyone who joined us to start the day with purpose and connection. We can’t wait…
Read MorePerfecting the Pitch: Chamber Members Get Expert Feedback
Perfecting the Pitch: Chamber Members Get Expert Feedback Yesterday’s LGBTBE Roundtable event held at the Evergy offices downtown offered an energizing mix of learning and live feedback as members gathered for a dynamic session on pitch development. The program began with a focused presentation on the key elements of a compelling business pitch, setting the…
Read MoreImpact Partner Spotlight: Turner Construction
Impact Partner Spotlight: Turner Construction 1220 Washington Street Suite 100 Kansas City, MO 64105 http://www.turnerconstruction.com Year founded: 1902 Tell us about your business? Turner’s Kansas City office is composed of 225+ construction professionals responsible for more than $800 million of construction on an annual basis. Since opening our doors in Kansas City in 1988, we…
Read MoreCalibration Physical Therapy ribbon cutting
Calibration Physical Therapy ribbon cutting On Wednesday, April 16, the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce was proud to host a ribbon cutting ceremony with Chamber member Calibration Physical Therapy in celebration of their growing practice and commitment to inclusive care. Owner and founder Traci Smiley opened the Overland Park clinic, located at 7313 W 95th…
Read MoreCongrats Renew Your Workplace
Congrats Renew Your Workplace Please join us in celebrating Mid-America LGBT Chamber member Renew Your Workplace on achieving Certified LGBT Business Enterprise® (Certified LGBTBE®) certification through the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) Supplier Diversity Initiative! Founded and led by Jonathan Davey, a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, Renew Your Workplace is on a…
Read MoreNon Profit Spotlight: Modern Family Alliance
Non Profit Spotlight: Modern Family Alliance PO BOX 32081 Kansas City, MO 64171 http://www.mfakc.org Year founded: 2005 Tell us about the mission of your non-profit? The Modern Family Alliance (MFA) is dedicated to fostering inclusive communities and supporting diverse family structures through education, community building, and collaboration. By conducting educational programs and providing resources, MFA…
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