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Chamber and member news releases
$10,000 in Microgrants Distributed to Support Pride Festivals Across Tennessee
NASHVILLE, TN — The Tennessee Pride Chamber of Commerce proudly announces that the Tennessee Pride Chamber Foundation has approved and distributed the largest grant cycle in the history of its Tennessee Community Pride Grant Program, awarding a historic $10,000 in funding to support Pride festivals across the state.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
When economic uncertainty hits, Nashville small business owners tend to go into triage mode: protect cash flow, cut what feels optional, wait it out.
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The Tennessee Pride Chamber of Commerce proudly announces that the Tennessee Pride Chamber Foundation has officially opened its 2026 Community Pride Grant Cycle, reinforcing its commitment to uplifting and sustaining Pride festivals across the state of Tennessee.
The Tennessee Pride Chamber of Commerce proudly announces that the Tennessee Pride Chamber Foundation has officially opened its 2026 Community Pride Grant Cycle, reinforcing its commitment to uplifting and sustaining Pride festivals across the state of Tennessee.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
The Tennessee Pride Chamber proudly announces the appointment of Keillian Carpenter as its new Executive Director. A passionate nonprofit leader and dedicated advocate for community advancement, Carpenter steps into the role with a strong track record of impact, leadership, and service.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Calling all LGBTQ+ and allied restaurant owners! 🍽️✨
Tennessee Pride Chamber
The work at the Tennessee Pride Chamber is made possible thanks to its members and a volunteer board of directors who bring resources, connections, and expertise that drive the organization.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
After leading the Chamber through historic growth and advocacy milestones, Dr. Stephanie Mahnke will conclude her tenure as Executive Director. The Board celebrates her lasting contributions to Tennessee’s LGBTQ+ business community.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Buying a struggling business can be either a masterstroke of foresight—or a costly misstep.
ZenBusiness
Running a business means juggling priorities: profit, customer satisfaction, product quality, team morale.
Adobe
Managing growth is one of the most exhilarating and nerve-wracking aspects of running a business.
ZenBusiness
The Tennessee Pride Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Joy Oladokun as winner of the 2025 Voice of Change Award at the 12th Annual Pride in Business Awards.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
The Tennessee Pride Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 12th Annual Pride in Business Awards at Saint Elle, followed by a late-night party at Fait La Force Brewing.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
We Are One Recovery, Nashville’s only LGBTQIA2S+ recovery residence whose mission is to assist LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and allies with having a safe place to live free of alcohol, drugs, or persecution, is celebrating the opening of their second recovery house with a rainbow ribbon cutting on May 9, from noon to 4pm at 120 Rayon Dr., Old Hickory.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
The Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (NAHCC) and the Tennessee Pride Chamber (TNPC) have reaffirmed their commitment to fostering economic opportunity, business development, and advocacy for diverse small businesses through the ratification of an enhanced Cooperative Inter-Chamber Agreement at the NAHCC’s 26th Annual Membership Meeting, held Wednesday, March 12, at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
The Tennessee Pride Chamber is run by two staff and a board of 19 volunteer board of directors who represent a diversity of small and corporate businesses across industries. The organization has elected a new board of officers and new board slate for 2025.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
New Heights Imagine steering a ship through unpredictable waters without a compass; that’s what running a business without strategic guidance often feels like.
ZenBusiness
The 12th Annual TASTE Food and Wine Festival returns to GEODIS Park on Saturday, October 12th. The Tennessee Pride Chamber’s second biggest fundraiser of the year has been a favorite of locals and visitors celebrating LGBTQ+ inclusive vendors and brands, and the festival features an evening of food, drinks, and entertainment.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Pink Door Cookies, home of Nashville’s popular hand-crafted cookies with its iconic pink door origins, held a rainbow ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, September 14 to celebrate its new location in West Nashville.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
On June 28, the Tennessee Pride Chamber released a statement in response to Tractor Supply’s recent announcement to withdraw support for LGBT+ causes.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Epiphany Chiropractic, a new chiropractic office in the Donelson area, held a rainbow ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 14 to celebrate its first location, and will hold its grand opening on June 28.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Hampton House Counseling and non-profit Healing in the Margins held a rainbow ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate its new, expansive location in Nashville.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
The Tennessee Pride Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce MORGXN as winner of the 2024 Voice of Change Award at the 11th Annual Pride in Business Awards.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Tennessee Pride Chamber & National LGBT Chamber of Commerce Team Up with Grubhub Community Fund for Another Year of Grants to Aid in Growth and Development
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Tennessee Pride Chamber
After a record setting year of growth, programming and activity, there were a record number of nominations to join the 2024 board class. The Tennessee Pride Chamber voted to expand its board to 19 members, to better serve the growing membership across the entire state.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Read highlights from our transformative 25th year!
Tennessee Pride Chamber
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nashville Pride has announced the appointment of Nicholas Gulick as the President of the Board of Directors for the 2023-2024 term. As President of the Nashville Pride, Gulick will be responsible for Board leadership and supporting the organization in the planning, developing, and implementing the Nashville Pride Parade and Festival.
Nashville Pride
The Tennessee Pride Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Stephanie Mahnke as its new Executive Director. Steph brings a wealth of experience, expertise, and a deep commitment to advancing LGBTQ+ equality in Tennessee.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Over 30+ Restaurants, Food Vendors, Breweries, Distilleries, Are Coming Together with Drag Entertainers, DJ’s and More at GEODIS Park for the Tastiest LGBTQ+ Night in Nashville Benefiting The Tennessee Pride Chamber Foundation and Presented by Amazon
Get ready for a delectable experience that promises to tantalize taste buds, entertain like never before and supports the LGBTQ+ Communities of Tennessee. The Tennessee Pride Chamber proudly presents TASTE, a food and drink festival at GEODIS Park on Sunday, October 8 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Tennessee’s Largest Law Firms & Independent Firms Join Forces to Protect The First Amendment & Defend Against Discriminatory Enforcement Actions By Local & State Governments
A legal defense network and fund to protect drag performers, businesses, and festivals from local enforcement, including permitting challenges, licensing, and selective code enforcement.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Proudly.Market is an ecommerce platform that revolves around LGBTQ+ vendors, makers, creators, service providers, nonprofits, and all allies. By engaging in buying, selling, and shopping on Proudly.Market, individuals can find a secure haven shielded from hate, bias, prejudice, and the now codified discriminatory practices. E-commerce; sales; advertising; professional services
Proudly Market
The 10th Annual Pride in Business Awards presented by Dell Technologies and The Tennessee Titans kicked off June’s Pride Month by recognizing LGBTQ+ owned businesses, allied businesses, non-profits, corporate partners, and advocates that are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and society. This year marks both the 10th Anniversary of the event and the 25th Anniversary for the Tennessee Pride Chamber, previously known as the Nashville LGBT Chamber.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
The Evening Gala at Marathon Music Works Honors LGBTQ+ Businesses, Allies, Advocates, Business Leaders, and Corporations for Their Commitment to LGBTQ+ Equality in Tennessee
The 10th Annual Pride in Business Awards will kick off June’s Pride Month by recognizing LGBTQ+ owned businesses, allied businesses, non-profits, corporate partners, and advocates that are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and society.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
A Letter from the Tennessee Pride Chamber, Supporting Member & Allied Businesses
SB0003/HB0009 is a bad bill. It is bad for our economy. It is bad for our soul. We urge Governor Lee to veto it.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Tennessee Pride Chamber & National LGBT Chamber of Commerce Team Up with Grubhub for Another Year of Grants to Aid in Growth and Development
Tennessee LGBTQ+-owned and allied restaurants and bars can apply for up to $25,000 grants to use almost any way they want to support their business. Applications Open for Tennessee February 15, 2023 - March 8, 2023. Grants will be awarded the summer.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Advocating for equality and economic opportunity for the LGBTQ+ community throughout Tennessee
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Boro Pride is Good for Murfreesboro
Nashville LGBT Chamber Board of Directors
Businesses must adapt and change in order to remain relevant and profitable. The key to this is innovation.
AdobeNashville SC to Celebrate Its Official PRIDE Night at GEODIS Park on Saturday, June 11
Nashville Soccer Club and the Nashville LGBT Chamber of Commerce will join forces to celebrate PRIDE Month by hosting the official Nashville SC PRIDE Night at GEODIS Park on Saturday, June 11, as the club takes on the San Jose Earthquakes at 5 p.m. CT. The event will highlight the LGBTQ+ community and raise funds in support of programming and advocacy initiatives focused on diversity, equity and inclusion.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Event Honors Businesses & Leaders for Their Work Advancing LGBTQ+ Equality And Inclusion in the Workplace & Society
The Nashville LGBT Chamber held its 9th annual Pride in Business Awards presented today at Nashville’s Music City Center.
Nashville LGBT Chamber Board of Directors
Grubhub, a leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery marketplace with the largest and most comprehensive network of restaurant partners, and the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC), the business voice of the LGBT community and certifying body for LGBTQ+-owned businesses nationwide, are embarking on a multi-state series of events celebrating LGBTQ business resiliency, featuring a visit with the Nashville LGBT Chamber.
Nashville LGBT Chamber
Over 500 people attended the 7th Annual Predators Pride Night on Tuesday, April 12th. The arena was lit in rainbows, LGBTQ+ community members were front and center, and we kept our winning streak alive! The Preds have never lost a game on Pride night and they won in overtime this year, what a night!
Nashville LGBT Chamber
Today marks the start of Black History Month, a celebration of the contributions the Black community has made to this country and a time to reflect on the continued struggle for racial justice. Why do we celebrate Black history in February? For more than 85 years, Americans have set aside time in February to recognize the many accomplishments and contributions of African Americans. Originally founded by Carter G. Woodson as Negro History Week in 1926, Black History Month was officially expanded to a month-long celeb
Joe Woolley
US Small Business Administration (SBA)
The Nashville LGBT Chamber held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, December 8th to celebrate the opening of The Hart, BentoLiving Hotel’s tropical restaurant and bar concept from Hawaiian native Justin Koziol.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
A guide to finding personal purpose and meaning in life and work.
Elliott Noble-Holt
Key items our members should be aware of in regards to what policy was passed during the Special Session on Covid19.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
America’s vulnerable LGBTQ+-owned restaurants and bars serving food will find a vital lifeline this fall stemming from the partnership formed by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) and Grubhub. These small business owners have been among hardest hit by Covid impact with loss of jobs and income over the past two years.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority
Bass, Berry & Sims take Corporate Diversity Award and D'Andrews Bakery Wins Small Business Award
Tennessee Pride Chamber
With the world awash in rainbows for the next 30 days, I think we should ask and ponder on, what does Pride really mean?
Happy Pride! June is here and with it that greeting and statement. With the world awash in rainbows for the next 30 days, I think we should ask and ponder on, what does Pride really mean? It is something I have been thinking about lately and I wanted to share some thoughts with you as we start the month.
Joe Woolley
US Small Business Administration (SBA)
US Small Business Administration (SBA)
A quick email with lots of info. We are checking in with members mid-week with some important info and updates that we want to highlight and make sure you know about and participate in.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
The Nashville Children’s Theatre (NCT) will be premiering its taped Pete the Cat production on Sunday, December 6 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. CT with a live red-carpet component hosted by NCT’s Executive Artistic Director Ernie Nolan.
Nashville Children's Theatre
NASHVILLE LAUNCH PAD TO START 7TH SEASON PROVIDING LGBTQ-AFFIRMING SHELTER FOR YOUNG ADULTS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
Nashville Launch Pad
Pathway Lending Opens Applications for $4 Million in Metro CARES Act Grants October 14
Pathway Lending
Nashville LGBT Chamber Board of Directors Member and Dell Technologies Nashville co-site director and human resources compliance consultant Nicole Gibson was awarded the LGBTQ Corporate Advocate of the Year award by Out & Equal Workplace Advocates.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
We know you want to be done with COVID but COVID is in no way done with us. Here is the info you need and hopefully some relief you can use.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
The Nashville Entrepreneur Center is proud to announce the launch of our newest program to provide guidance to those Nashville entrepreneurs and small businesses who have faced wave after wave of challenge in 2020.
Nashville Entrepreneur Center
The Nashville LGBT Chamber has launched a new Classroom Connect Series to help LGBT and allied business owners expand their entrepreneurial skillset with educational webinars that connect participants to trusted experts.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Department of Revenue announced today a new digital eligibility tool for small business owners to determine if their business may be eligible for a Tennessee Business Relief Program payment.
Tennessee Pride Chamber
News Release: Mayor's Office and Metropolitan Action Commission’s Workforce Division Announce Virtual Job Fairs
The Office of Nashville Mayor John Cooper
Member News Release: Adrianna Flax Promoted to Senior Director at Culture Shift Team
Culture Shift Team
News Release: COVID-19 Update - Mask wearing is mandatory. The Governor has extended Emergency Order
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Member Press Release: Nashville SC and the LGBT Chamber of Commerce Team Up to Celebrate Pride
Nashville Soccer Club
Statement from the Nashville LGBT Chamber regarding Supreme Court ruling granting job protections
Tennessee Pride Chamber
News Release: Staying in Phase 2, Good to Go, PPP, and TN Business Relief Program
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Press Release: First-of-its-Kind Good To Go Program Designed to Improve Safety for Residents and Visitors as Nashville Starts to Reopen
Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp
Member Press Release: Nashville Pride Unveils Virtual and Digital Experiences to Celebrate PRIDE@HOME
Nashville Pride
Member News Release: Ryman Hospitality Partners and VUMC in Tune for a Safe and Healthy Restart to Business
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Member News Release: Out & About Nashville Receives Facebook Journalism Grant for COVID-19 Coverage
Out & About Nashville, Inc.
Member News Release: Samsung, Google & UBREAKIFIX Partner to Offer Free Repairs to First Responders
uBreakiFIX
Member News Release: Comcast Extends Comprehensive COVID-19 Response Policies to June 30
Comcast
Member News Release: Comcast Business Launches Webinar Series to Support Businesses of All Sizes
Comcast
Member News Release: Suzy Wong’s House of Yum to Re-Open for Takeout & Delivery Orders
PLAY DANCE BAR / Tribe
Member News Release: Nashville arts organizations unite in call for community support for the arts
Tennessee Performing Arts Center
Postmates Creates Fleet Relief Fund, Responds to COVID-19
Postmates
Member News Release: Nashville Children's Theatre Drama School Offers ONLINE Classes
Nashville Children's Theatre
Member News Release: COVID-19: What Every Small Employer Should Know
Narus Health
Member News Release: COVID-19 Communication from Leader Brief
Narus Health
Member News Release: Loans Up to $50,000 Now Available to Mid TN Businesses Impacted by Tornado
Pathway Lending
Member News Release: A Beginning, a Middle and the Future
Culture Shift Team
Member News Release- Edward Jones: Support for community is a top priority
Edward Jones
Member News Release: Gannett launches website to help local small businesses hit hard by coronavirus crisis
USA Today Network
UPDATED NEWS: The IRS Extends Tax Return and Payment Deadlines Until July 15, 2020
Marcum, LLP
The First Business Recover Center (BRC) in Tennessee is OPEN
US Small Business Administration (SBA)
Element Salon Opens Fourth Location with Ribbon Cutting
element SALON
Postmates Joins Coalition of Businesses, and Cites Job Growth, Expansion Concerns in Response to Ant
Postmates
Nashville in Harmony and NPT host free screening of ‘Considering Matthew Shepard’ on Oct. 23 at NPT
Nashville in Harmony
Nashville LGBT Chamber Announces Finalists for the 2018 Excellence in Business Awards
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Plan Now to Attend TASTE: A Benefit for the Nashville LGBT Chamber Foundation
Tennessee Pride Chamber
Beloved community leader and cultural icon, Martha Rivers Ingram, to be presented a NATIONAL OPERA T
Nashville Opera Association
LGBT Chamber Participates in Diversity Bus Tour
Fifth Third Bank
