The Founding of the BGLBC
In July 2022, the initiative was launched to set up the BeNeLux LGBTIQ+ Business Chamber* (BGLBC). To get feedback from (prospective) members, a trilingual survey was set up, which quickly accumulated well over 250 participants. The survey remains open for more input and feedback: you are invited to complete it (it takes 2 minutes).
A first meeting was held in Ghent, a second one in Amsterdam (picture left) where we got the opportunity to meet with the entrepreneurs, and present the first results of the survey.
We will take the summer to make the next steps, and will keep you informed.
* We have chosen the abbreviation LGBTIQ+ to be in line with other Chambers in Europe.
We are a Business Chamber, so as not to be confused with the semi-governmental Chamber of Commerce.
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About us
Mission Statement: The BeNeLux LGBTIQ+ Business Chamber (BGLBC) sees itself as a strategic business partner not only for LGBTIQ+ -owned companies, but for the entire Benelux economy. The goal is to strengthen the financial, intellectual and social capital of the LGBTIQ+ business world through support and promotion, while providing the economy with a platform for networking with our community.
Key Targets & Our Values
- Validation of companies as LGBTIQ+ owned and operated, via the EGLCC
- Stimulating Supplier Diversity on the side of corporate partners, governmental and semi-governmental organizations, i.a. by giving access to the database of validated members
- Policy Advocacy, also towards governments and NGOs
- Training, coaching, and educating members
- Mission: Enhance economic well-being and opportunities for our community by being an advocate and resource for LGBTIQ+ and LGBTIQ+ inclusive businesses.
- Goal: Draw broad attention and provide support with community related issues by initiating concrete, high-level activities and acting as a business voice for German LGBTIQ+ and inclusive businesses.
- Service: Support businesses with community related issues and relevant marketing, advocate for the LGBTIQ+ and inclusive businesses on all policy levels, provide acknowledged tools (e.g. validation).
- Target Group: LGBTIQ+ and inclusive businesses aiming to further enhance their supportive structures and activities and increase their visibility and success.
- Membership structure: Heterogeneous membership structure – LGBTIQ+ and inclusive businesses from all sectors.
Board Members
Rocio Sanchez
Stefaan De Vreese
Alfred Verhoeven