On December 1, World AIDS Day Hawaii will be celebrated online, hosted by the Hawaii Health & Harm Reduction Center (HHHRC). We will come together as a community to provide […]

The OutRight Action International annual OutSummit is a gathering of LGBTIQ advocates and allies, meeting virtually over 3 days to reflect on LGBTIQ organizing, strategize collectively, and celebrate queer people. OutSummit is a space where […]

Join the Chamber Leadership Alliance (CLA) for the CLA Solidarity 3A Action Series - Activism, with representatives of other diverse chamber and community organizations who are affiliated with the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC), the US Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), and the U.S. Pan Asian American […]

Are you a queer, trans or gender non-conforming person looking to launch a business? If so, this workshop will help get you headed in the right direction. Learn the business fundamentals that will give you the tools and resources that will help you start a strong and resilient business. Topics discussed include: Permits and licenses […]

Join the National Business Inclusion Consortium (NBIC) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) this Thursday, December 16 at 1:30pm for an emergency information session on SBA’S Economic Injury Disaster Loan for businesses adversely affected by COVID-19. Veronica Pugin, Senior Advisor to the Office of Capital Access at the SBA, will present and answer questions […]

Help Pacific Business News honor Hawaii's leading businesswomen by nominating an outstanding female leader for their 2022 Women Who Mean Business awards. Nominations are open for the PBN 2022 Women Who Mean Business Awards. PBN is  looking for outstanding women from public and private companies of varying sizes, nonprofits and startups who have made a […]

Have you every considered selling your product or service to the biggest buyer in the world? The Federal Government? Sign up to learn how! Join the the SBA on Monday, December 20 from 12pm - 1:30pm as Pamela Smith-Cressel, Director of the Office of Business Utilization – Pacific Region will discuss contracting opportunities, the process, […]

The NGLCC Communities of Color Initiative supports the growth and success of minority LGBT-owned businesses through certification and business development by creating equal opportunities for the economic advancement and the empowerment of the minority LGBT business community. For more information, click here or email matchmakers@nglcc.org

A new project for the holidays from the Hawai'i LGBT Legacy Foundation. Celebrate the many forms our families take by sharing photos of your family gatherings on Instagram @HonoluluPride, like this heart-warming group shot from Matty Guevara. “These are all my best friends/allies since we were all 15 years old. I @mexicancoconut @thepublicpet have spent every Thanksgiving together […]

Discover community and connection through personal and professional growth with this new support group presented by the Hawaii Rainbow Chamber of Commerce. Led by Kevin Moran, the group will meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month beginning May 12 from 6:30pm – 8pm via Zooom. Topics include current events, stress management, mindfulness, anxiety […]

The Policy and Advocacy Training Series is a free series of virtual trainings that feature insights from local policy and advocacy experts. Session 3, on January 8, is “Take the next step: Get your message out and learn from public officials” with presenters: Ryan Catalani, Hawaiʻi Children’s Action Network, and panel to be announced. The series is organized by Hawaiʻi […]

Get your New Year off to a productive start by joining us for a FREE e-Commerce course designed to help local, service based small business owners achieve an online presence. The e-Commerce market has drastically grown by over 300% within the last few years, making it a vital platform for small business owners to utilize. […]