Quorum Membership

Welcome to Quorum, Minnesota’s LGBTQ+ and Allied Chamber of Commerce. As a leader in the business equality movement, we champion the case for a fully inclusive business community as a conduit for social and economic development. We believe that including all people is inherently good for business. We provide leadership, guidance and resources to embody our guiding principles of connecting, building and strengthening our business community at every level. 

Quorum is an integral part of the community with leading initiatives in education, advocacy, networking, and national LGBT Business Enterprise (LGBTBE) certification that allow you to get the most out of your organizational investment.

Your membership in Quorum is an investment towards a strong and dynamic Minnesota. When you become a member of the Chamber, you join more than 300 other companies as part of the state's largest coalition of LGBTQ+ and Allied businesses. We work together to foster economic growth by creating a diverse business climate with abundant opportunities to grow and thrive.


MEMBER BENEFITS INCLUDE:

CONNECTIONS: There’s no better way to connect with the LGBTQ+ and Allied business community than membership in Quorum. 
Our events provide members exclusive networking opportunities with top business and thought leaders, change makers and community organizers.

  • Complimentary access to 70+ networking events annually
  • Listing in the Chamber’s online business directory, which receives more than 5,000 unique searches per month
  • Advertising opportunities to reach your target market through website banners and special event programs
  • Ability to post jobs on Quorum’s Job Board
  • Ability to exhibit at and/or sponsor signatures events, such as our Business Equality Summit, National Coming Out Day Luncheon, and the Community Leadership Awards Gala

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: For over 25 years, Quorum has led economic development efforts for the Twin Cities and surrounding communities. Recruiting new businesses, helping existing businesses expand and encouraging entrepreneurship strengthens the LGBTQ+ and Allied business community, creating more opportunities for all. LGBTBE Certified businesses gain national exposure to corporations and governments looking to diversify their supplier networks.

    • Membership with Quorum makes you are a member of NGLCC (National LGBT Chamber of Commerce) with the opportunity to apply for LGBTBE Certification with all fees waived

    • Attend Supplier Roundtables to connect with other LGBTBEs and corporate procurement leaders

    • Attend Procurement Spotlight events, hosted by local corporations contracting with LGBTQ+-owned businesses

    VISIBILITY: Helping your business succeed includes opportunities for greater exposure within the Quorum community AND externally.

    • Offer discounts to other members and announce news about your business in Quorum's e-blasts
    • Advertise at a discounted rate in Lavender Magazine
    • Post your events on Quorum’s online Calendar of Events
    • Exhibit alongside other Quorum members in the Quorum Village at the Twin Cities Pride Festival 
    • Introduce your business to members by hosting a Quorum event

    EDUCATION: Our informational events, monthly newsletters, and other publications help keep members up-to-speed with business issues.

    • Complimentary access to business development education including our educational workshops and Thrive Thursday programs
    • Premium resource for speakers, panelists, and expertise 

    Please email Quorum with any questions you may have about our membership levels. 

    CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MEMBERSHIP LEVELS!


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      2446 University Avenue West, Suite 112

      St. Paul, Mn  55114

      Quorum is a Minnesota 501(c)6 non-profit organization.

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