Thank You for Making It Unforgettable
The 2025 Business Pride Awards were an unforgettable celebration of leadership, authenticity, and impact within the LGBTQ+ and ally business community.
From honoring outstanding trailblazers to fostering meaningful connections, the event was a powerful reminder of the strength found in showing up—and showing pride.
2025 Business Pride Awards Photos
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2025 Business Pride Winners
Meet the recipients of the 2025 Business Pride Awards—honorees who embody leadership, inclusion, and innovation in the LGBTQ+ and allied business community.
Ally of the Year
Eileen Weir, Centric
Chamber Champion of the Year
Joel Barrett, KC Rainbow Tour
Corporate Partner of the Year
Burns & McDonnell
Employee Resource Group of the Year
Henderson Companies
Government Official of the Year
Brandon Woodard, Kansas State Representative
LGBTBE Business of the Year
Gaels Public House
Non-Profit of the Year
KC CARE Health Center
Previous winners
Chamber Champion of the Year - James Maiden, McCownGordon
Ally of the Year - Michelle Patterson Wimes, Children's Mercy Kansas City
Non-Profit of the Year - Planned Parenthood Great Plains
LGBTBE Business of the Year - Anna Knutson Photography
Employee Resource Group of the Year - UMB
Government Official of the Year - Officer Alex Saragusa (Award was received on behalf of Officer Saragusa by Officer Morgan Davis)
Organization of the Year - GEHA