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Program/Collaboration Proposals

PROGRAM PROPOSALS

The Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce welcomes proposals for formal presentations as part of business education programming for members.  Presenters generally serve as the event sponsor to gain optimal visibility for the topic and business. If you would like to be considered as a presenter, please review the guidelines below and submit a completed Proposal Form.

Overview

  • Programs will be held at different Chamber member locations or other locations approved by the Chamber.
  • The time allotted for your presentation may be determined by the program location and time of day.
  • Attendance cost will be kept to minimal levels to cover the cost of meals (if any), staffing, supplies, etc.
  • Depending on the program time and location, the Chamber reserves the right to designate a minimum attendance. If the minimum attendance is not met one week prior to the program date, the program may be cancelled.
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Proposals 

  • Both Individual and group proposals will be accepted.
  • There is no fee to present, and there is no monetary compensation to presenters in exchange for their services.
  • Ideal programs will teach practical knowledge and encourage interaction from the participants.
  • The program’s primary purpose is to educate the audience and is not meant to be a sales presentation nor include an overwhelming number of references to the presenter’s company.
  • All presenter materials must be pre-approved by the Chamber and submitted at least three months prior to the presentation.

Evaluation 

  • Preference is given to Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce members.
  • Successful proposals will be chosen based on the presenter’s experience related to the topic, timeliness of the topic, content, depth of the presentation’s target audience, previous work, and professional references.
  • The Chamber may request a meeting or conference call with applicants prior to selection.
  • The Chamber reserves the right to decline any proposal at its discretion.

Once we receive your submission, our team will review it carefully. We will assess the potential program based on various factors, including alignment with our mission, the Chamber's capacity, and the overall benefits it can bring to our members. Please understand that due to the high volume of requests we receive, we may not be able to accommodate every program proposal inquiry.

If your program proposal is approved, we will reach out to discuss the next steps and further details. Should you have any questions or need additional information, please don't hesitate to contact us.

We appreciate your interest in submitting a program to the Chamber and look forward to the possibility of working together to create a successful event that benefits our members.
Program Proposal Form

COLLABORATION EVENTS

What is a collaboration event?  Generally collaboration events includes those events that you are hosting and are looking to engage Chamber members to participate in the event.

We invite you to complete the Event Collaboration Form provided below. By doing so, you can inquire about collaborating with the Chamber for your event.  Before submitting the form, please review the requirements noted below. It's important to note that the Chamber primarily collaborates with Chamber members who are in good standing.  

To begin the process, please fill out the Event Collaboration Form.  This form will allow you to provide us with essential details about your event, such as its purpose, date, location, and any specific collaboration needs or expectations you may have.
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Requirements

  • Generally, collaborating organization or individual must be a member of the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce (in good standing)
  • The purpose of the event must benefit Chamber members and/or support the mission of the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce.
  • The Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce logo must be recognized on all event promotions as an event partner.
  • The event cannot conflict with any existing Chamber events.
  • In general, the event must not conflict with other member or Chamber offerings.
  • Event Collaboration Forms must be submitted at least six months prior to the proposed event collaboration date.
  • Due to the high volumes of events at the Chamber, collaboration events must be approved at least six months prior to the event date.
Event Collaboration Request Form

Once we receive your submission, our team will review it carefully. We will assess the potential collaboration based on various factors, including alignment with our mission, the Chamber's capacity, and the overall benefits it can bring to our members and the community. Please understand that due to the high volume of requests we receive, we may not be able to accommodate every collaboration inquiry.

Should you have any questions or need additional information, please don't hesitate to contact us.