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Board of Directors: Thank You Stephen!
Board of Directors: Thank You Stephen! Statement from the New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors: The New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce (NJPCC) President Stephen Blazejewski has resigned his position, effective Thursday, January 26th. The Board was made aware last week of Stephen’s decision to step down, and we fully support him as he focuses his energy on healing from the tragic loss…
Read More$1.5 Million in New Grants Will Support LGBTQ+-Owned and Allied Restaurants
$1.5 Million in New Grants Will Support LGBTQ+-Owned and Allied Restaurants New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce & National LGBT Chamber of Commerce team up with Grubhub for another Year of Grants to Aid in Growth and Development NJPCC teams with NGLCC and GrubHub to bring $1.5 Million in New Grants to LGBTQ+ and Allied…
Read MoreTD Bank Continues Sponsorship Support with New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce
TD Bank Continues Sponsorship Support with New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce Their continued sponsorship deepens their commitment to the LGBT+ community, allowing NJPCC to have a further reach when providing resources and programming to queer entrepreneurs and EBRG groups. Gus Penaranda, NJPCC Executive Director and Thomas M. Hewitt Sr., the Regional Sponsorship Manager for…
Read More2022’s New Jersey Pride Chamber’s Gala Award Recipients and Performers Announced
2022’s New Jersey Pride Chamber’s Gala Award Recipients and Performers Announced The 1st-ever awards ceremony will celebrate NJ’s best and brightest LGBT+ business advocates and allies. The sold-out night will feature a star-studded lineup of performances. Wayne, NJ (November 28, 2022) – The New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce (NJPCC) is proud to announce the…
Read MoreNJ Pride Chamber & Garden State Equality Hosts First-Ever LGBT+ Summit to Be Held During
This is the first time that an LGBT+ Summit has been welcomed by NJ’s League in its 107-year history since its formation in 1915. Proving once again, New Jersey’s grassroots efforts lead the nation in LGBT+ inclusivity and business. Wayne, NJ (Nov 4, 2022) – The New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with…
Read MoreNew Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce Hosts Its 1st-ever LGBT+ Health & Wellness Fair, Saturday, October 15th
New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce Hosts Its 1st-ever LGBT+ Health & Wellness Fair, Saturday, October 15th Location Host Kean University; NJDOH will administer FREE MONKEYPOX vaccinations, HIV testing, and COVID vaccinations – NO APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY. The Public are all welcome to tour the expo hall, giveaways, join a live Zumba class, and find out…
Read MoreSPENCER SAVINGS BANK BECOMES A SUPPORTING LEVEL SPONSOR OF NJPCC
SPENCER SAVINGS BANK BECOMES A SUPPORTING LEVEL SPONSOR OF NJPCC Wayne, NJ (July 13, 2022) – The New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce (NJPCC) is proud to announce that it has secured a Supporting Level sponsorship from Spencer Savings Bank, one of New Jersey’s strongest community banks. The bank specializes in delivering premier banking products…
Read MoreNew Jersey Governor Signs Executive Order Elevating LGBT+ Business Owners
New Jersey Governor Signs Executive Order Elevating LGBT+ Business Owners In this historic LGBT+ event, during National Small Business Week, NJ becomes the fourth state in the nation to recognize LGBT+-owned businesses, creating greater equity for diverse suppliers in the Garden State’s procurement stream. (May 03, 2022) – Trenton, NJ – Governor Phillip Murphy signed…
Read MoreNJ LGBT Chamber of Commerce Appoints Augusto Penaranda Jr., as Executive Director
NJ LGBT Chamber of Commerce Appoints Augusto Penaranda Jr., as Executive Director Penaranda Jr., is the first Latino and openly-LGBT man to hold the ED position of a Chamber in the state. He will blaze a trail towards fighting for economic equality and prosperity for all LGBT+ business owners and employees in New Jersey. …
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