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            • Want Extra Business Exposure? Sponsor an LAGLCC Event!

              A great way to contribute to the LGBT business community and to gain exposure for your business is to be a sponsor of LAGLCC events. Our events include, our monthly Networking Luncheon, networking mixers, and so much more. Grow your business with the LAGLCC!

              Sponsor LGBT Events and Gain These Benefits:

              1. Exposure to hundreds of new potential customers to promote your goods and services
              2. Greater visibility of your organization in the community
              3. Logo and company mention in e-newsletter, social media as well as on the LAGLCC website
              4. Logo and company mention in promotional advertising, local press publications, online event calendars, and other media outlets
              5. Optional guest blog post spotlight featuring your business

              Requirements to Host LGBT Events through the LAGLCC

              1. Be a member in good standing at the Silver Level or above. (Please note: hosting an LAGLCC event does not guarantee exclusive sponsorship of an event. LAGLCC may add other non-competing Chamber Partners to sponsor an event, with notice.)
              2. Networking Mixers are held on the first Wednesday of the month, with rare exceptions.
              3. Venue must be able to hold 75-100 people. Company may host a Networking Mixer in a venue other than their own. It is preferred that the venue where they host the Make Contact is also an LAGLCC member.
              4. Provide, at host’s expense, hors d’oeuvres and beverages (water,soda,etc.) for all attendees, as well as cups, ice, plates, napkins, etc. All other alcohol beverages will be provided by host. A cash bar is acceptable if approved in advance. Revenues from a cash bar are for the bar provider. It is encouraged, but not necessary, for the host to provide 1-2 complimentary drink tickets.
              5. If catering is not being fulfilled in-house, it is encouraged that you use one of our LAGLCC members. Non-member caterers, and other vendors, may not display promotional material at LAGLCC Networking Mixers.
              6. Provide volunteers to serve beverages and oversee catering stations.
              7. If possible, standing cocktail tables or tables with seating are preferred, but not required
              8. Provide one 6’ table for LAGLCC check in and one 6’ table for LAGLCC materials, or similar space.
              9. Any special event themes must be approved by LAGLCC in advance.
              10. Provide microphone and speaker system, if possible.
              11. Use of any monitors or screens on site to display a slideshow with information about LAGLCC, upcoming events, and the sponsors.

              Suggestions For a Successful Mixer:

              1. It is encouraged that your company provide interactive opportunities for attendees that promote your business.
              2. Host businesses should promote their mixer in print, electronic (i.e. email and website), and social media to their own clients, customers, and donors.
              3. Please use @LAGLCC or Facebook.com/LAGLCC or LAGLCC.org to include us in social media posts.

            • Click HERE to submit your event