Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce

We’re thrilled to see the spotlight on Indianapolis' artists and their role in boosting tourism and culture in this fantastic piece from Axios. The story highlights how creativity and connection drive the city’s growth—and that’s exactly what we aim to do at Forty5. Check out the article here: https://bit.ly/3Za84mK Others mentioned include Visit Indy, Downtown Indy, Inc., Indy Arts Council, GANGGANG, and Pacers Sports & Entertainment.

Here in #Indy, teamwork makes the dream work. ?? We're proud to be featured in Community Playmaker for our city’s unmatched dedication to sports and events! With the Indiana Sports Corp driving a $4 billion impact, and events like WrestleMania, NCAA tournaments, professional sports, and the Brickyard 400 filling hotel rooms, our city has built a legacy of excellence that continues to draw visitors and residents, cementing the Circle City as the ultimate sports destination. ?? ?? ?? Curious how Indianapolis became a leader in the sports world? Check out the full article in the comments! ?? #LoveIndy

Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), we stand in solidarity with the transgender community to honor and remember the lives lost to violence, hate, and discrimination. At NGLCC, we are committed to creating an inclusive world where transgender and nonbinary people can live authentically and thrive in safety, dignity, and opportunity. Through our TGX Initiative and partnerships with organizations and businesses that champion equality, we are working to break down barriers and celebrate the incredible contributions of transgender and nonbinary entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders in the LGBTQ+ community. Together, we can ensure that remembrance is paired with progress. #TDOR #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance

Join the Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce for a Festive Holiday Dinner! Sunday, December 8th 6-8 PM Binkley's Kitchen and Bar 5902 North College Avenue Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails start at 6 PM, dinner at 7 PM Celebrate the season with the Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce at our annual Holiday Dinner! This year, we’re proud to host a Coby Palmer Food Pantry Drive for the Damien Center For every item you donate, you’ll receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win amazing prizes. Bring 5 cans, get 5 raffle tickets! Buffet Style Dinner Menu Chicken Marsala Honey Roasted Ham Tri-color Pesto Cheese Tortellini Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Green Salad Assorted Brownies, Cookies & Mini Cheesecakes Just $49 per person (tax & gratuity included). Festive attire encouraged! RSVP Deadline: November 30th – This event will sell out, so reserve your spot today! Suggested pantry items: Canned Soup, Canned Vegetables, Boxed Meals (Rice-a-Roni, Rice, Mac & Cheese, Peanut Butter, Fruit Cups) To donate raffle prizes, please bring them to the event or contact Kent at [email protected]. We can't wait to share this joyous evening with our wonderful community! Purchase your dinner tickets here! https://lnkd.in/gSzmFgir #IRCC #CobyPalmerFoodPantry #TisTheSeason #DamienCenter #FoodPantryDrive #TheSpiritofGiving

Join the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) - and Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce Event Honoring Transgender Day of Remembrance: "Joy Amidst Adversity: Navigating Joy & Pain with Grace" WHEN: November 21, 4-5pm ET WHERE: Zoom Register Here: https://lnkd.in/dSEKCC5... Join the NGLCC TGX Initiative, the greater NGLCC community, and the Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce as we honor this year's Transgender Day of Remembrance by hosting “Joy Amidst Adversity: Navigating Joy & Pain with Grace” with Misha Safran. Misha (she/they) is the founder of NGLCC Certified LGBTBE? CEEQ, Center for Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, LLC, which focuses on how empathy and emotional awareness enhance relationships at home, work, and in communities. In this engaging talk, we’ll explore how joy and pain can coexist, deepening our emotional resilience and enriching our lives. Through reflective exercises, thoughtful discussions, and mindfulness techniques, you’ll discover ways to remain fully present with both emotions without diminishing either. Join us to unlock a richer, more balanced perspective on life’s full emotional spectrum, and register here to attend! #IRCC #NGLCC #PrideChamber #TDOR #Joy #adversity #Navigating

???Exciting Opportunity for Diverse Business Owners!??? Bank of America’s Supplier Diversity & Responsible Sourcing Team is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for this year’s Diverse Business Scholarship! Sponsored by Bank of America and funded through the generosity of its third-party partners, this scholarship program is administered by the Communities Foundation of Texas. Up to 10 certified small and diverse business owners will be awarded $10,000 scholarships for training and development! Bank of America’s supplier diversity program is one of the many initiatives in place to support Responsible Growth. We’re committed to fostering a diverse supplier base and creating equal opportunities for businesses of all backgrounds. Participation in this program is voluntary, but it’s a fantastic way for qualified businesses to engage and grow. How to Apply: For more details and to submit an application, visit the Communities Foundation of Texas website: https://lnkd.in/gAyfR8hr Don’t miss out on this opportunity to advance your business! ?? #SupplierDiversity #Opportunity #DiverseBusinesses #NGLCC

There are THREE WEEKS left to register for the Office of Minority and Women Business Development's 17th Annual Year End Forum! Registration CLOSES officially on Wednesday, December 4th at 11:59 PM. If you are planning on attending the event and have NOT registered, be sure to scan the QR code or visit the registration link here: https://lnkd.in/gVVS2B2S The registration link can also be found through our LinkTree and on the OMWBD webpage under "OMWBD Outreach Events & Community Events". Please note that any dietary restrictions submitted after November 26th, 2024, will NOT be considered in order to give our caterers enough time to prepare for the event on December 5th. We hope to see you there!

Attention Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce members and National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) LGBTBE businesses! Outstanding opportunity from the PGA of America! The PGA of America is seekling local, small and diverse-owned suppliers to support its corporate operations in Frisco, Texas! This is an incredible chance for NGLCC-certified businesses to connect and grow! Details listed below! #IRCC #NGLCC #PGAofAmerica #SupplierDiversity #VendorMatchOpportunity

Save the Date and Join the LGBTQ+ Commmunity and Allies for... Having Our Story Told: Preserving LGBTQ+ History Saturday, November 9, 2024 2-4 p.m. (Check-in begins at 1:30 p.m.) Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center 450 W. Ohio Street Indianapolis, IN 46202 ***This is a FREE program, but registration is recommended! Registration does not include admission to the museum. To view History Center exhibits before or after the program, please visit the Welcome Center.*** Register here: https://bit.ly/3NOOeqq Queer Hoosiers and allies are welcome to gather in an afternoon of sharing gratitude and honoring the lives of past generations through history and reflection. As part of the 2024 Spirit & Place festival, attendees are invited to tour the Indiana Historical Society archives and engage in small group conversations exploring the theme of gratitude as well as queer recognition, forgetting, agency, and storytelling. Guests will gather with members of the LGBTQ+ community and reflect on how these acts of acknowledgment, or lack of influence, and the understanding of queer communities and identity. History professionals, alongside queer community leaders, will lend their perspectives and knowledge on the current state of Indiana preservation efforts to help connect guests with historical LGBTQ+ resources and tools. Guests will receive a behind-the-scenes tour of IHS’s LGBTQ collection and leave with a deeper sense of gratitude for past generations and the stories they’ve shared. This event is presented in collaboration with the Indiana Historical Bureau, IYG, Indy Pride, Inc., Indiana Pride of Color , and Sylvia Thomas (artist and citizen historian). To learn more about the 2024 Spirit & Place Festival and to check out additional events related to the festival, visit their full calendar of events here: https://lnkd.in/gC3rGGwp #LGBTQ+History #Perspectives #Knowledge #pastgenerations

Exciting opportunity from Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce member Indianapolis Airport Authority! This is a PRIME opportunity for concessionaires to bring fresh, innovative offerings to IND, one of the nation's top-ranked airports for passenger satisfaction! Read more details below from IRCC member Chelci Hunter, Business Equity & Opportunity Program Manager for IND! #IRCC #IND #Opportunity #RFP #Concessionaires #TopRankedAirport