We Are Your Voice

The LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois is dedicated to advocating for LGBTQ+ businesses large and small.

Let’s Grow Your Business and Fight for Parity Together

Networking and Educational Events

Expand your network meeting other LGBTQ+ business professionals and learn new skills at some of the state’s best venues.

LGBT Business Enterprise Certification

Becoming a certified LGBT Business Enterprise is an exclusive way to qualify for inclusion in corporate supply chains.

Member Benefits

Invest In your business’s growth with professional development, networking opportunities and access to exclusive resources.

Promoting Economic Opportunities for the LGTBQ+ Business Community

The LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois and its associated LGBT Business Foundation have both earned 2023 and 2024 Gold Status in Transparency for Not-for-Profits. 2024 Better Business Bureau® A+ Accredited Charity. In 2025 we've earned the Platinum level in not-for-profit transparency.

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Promoting Economic Opportunities for the LGTBQ+ Business Community

The LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois is your partner and advocate to advance our mission for equality and prosperity.

  • Promote member businesses and increase their exposure

  • Provide resources for supplier diversity and LGBT Business Enterprise Certification

  • Facilitate networking events and educational seminars

  • Champion LGBTQ+ business interests to local government

  • Serve the community and support LGBTQ+ activities

Certify Your LGBTQ-Owned Business

Join our network of Certified LGBT Business Enterprise members and gain access to supplier diversity professionals, corporate representatives and government contracts.

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Non-white LGBT business owners and growing

LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois Events Page

Events TitleThanks for stopping by our website. We partner with a number of organizations to host in-person & virtual events. These are free to all Chamber Members.

Link to Full Calendar

Your 2024 LGBT Chamber of Commerce has many opportunities and events this year. We hope you’ll join us in advocating for LGBT Businesses. 

2025 Goals

Focus on Membership Return of Investment (ROI)

Advocate for LGBT Business Enterprise Certification Recognition within the
State of Illinois & Chicago

Focused Engagement on Member organizations south of I-80

Bringing local LGBT advocacy groups together to advocate for LGBT Human and Civil Rights

Serving the Needs of the LGBTQ+ Business Community

Serving the Needs of the LGBTQ+ Business Community

With nearly 400 members today the chamber has re-established a place for a community of like minded inclusive individuals, business professionals, entrepreneurs, and community allies.