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 certification that allow you to get the most out of your organizational investment.

Your membership in Quorum is an investment in a greater 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. Together, we work to foster growth in the economy, creating a better business climate and strengthen 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 bring together top business leaders, thought leaders and change makers, and provide members exclusive networking opportunities.

• 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, including recruiting new businesses, helping existing businesses expand and encouraging entrepreneurship. Strengthening the LGBTQ+ and Allied business community means more opportunities for all.

• Membership with Quorum means you are a part of NGLCC (National LGBT Chamber of Commerce) and have the opportunity to apply for LGBTBE Certification with our fee waiver

• 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

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

• The ability to announce member news in Quorum’s e-blasts and offer discounts to other members
• Ability to advertise at a discounted rate in Lavender Magazine
• Post your events on Quorum’s online Calendar of Events
• Opportunity to exhibit at the Quorum booth at the annual Twin Cities Pride Festival 
• Opportunity to host Quorum monthly events

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