{"id":41636,"date":"2025-10-16T18:45:24","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T18:45:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bostonchamber.com\/?post_type=thought-leadership&#038;p=41636"},"modified":"2025-10-16T18:49:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T18:49:16","slug":"celebrating-lgbtq-history-month-in-greater-boston-shop-local-honor-legacy","status":"publish","type":"thought-leadership","link":"https:\/\/bostonchamber.com\/thought-leadership\/celebrating-lgbtq-history-month-in-greater-boston-shop-local-honor-legacy\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating LGBTQ History Month in Greater Boston: Shop Local, Honor Legacy"},"content":{"rendered":"<style> .banner:before {\r\n        background: linear-gradient(0deg,rgba(0,0,0,.5),rgba(0,0,0,.5)) !important;\r\n    }<\/style><div id=\"ra_id_1678124236\" class=\"banner  standard lazyload\" style=\"background-image:inherit\" data-bg-image=\"url(https:\/\/bostonchamber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/history-month.jpg)\">\r\n        <div class=\"container  banner-container text-Center\">\r\n            <div class=\"row center-items\">\r\n                                \r\n                <div class=\"col-lg-10 \"  >\r\n                                            <!-- <p class=\"label special-label\" tabindex=\"0\"><\/p> -->\r\n                    \r\n                    <h1 class=\"underline-text white  required\" tabindex=\"0\">\r\n                        Celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month in Greater Boston: Shop Local, Honor Legacy                    <\/h1>\r\n                                            <div class=\"xyz\" tabindex=\"0\"><p><\/p><\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"banner_event\">\r\n                            <span tabindex=\"0\">October 16, 2025<\/span>                                        <span  class=\"author-text\" tabindex=\"0\">Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce<\/span>\r\n                                                            <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"banner-btn-wrapper\">\r\n                                                                                <\/div>\r\n                        <!-- <a href=\"#\">Link<\/a>\r\n                        <a class=\"arrow-link\" href=\"#\">Link<\/a>\r\n                        <a class=\"external-link\" href=\"#\">External Link<\/a>\r\n                        <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"#\">More<\/a> -->\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\njQuery(document).ready(function($){\r\n    setTimeout(function () {\r\n        console.log('here');\r\n\t\t$('#_youtube-iframe-wrapper').show();\r\n\t}, 2000);\r\n});\r\n<\/script>\n\n<style>\r\n    .cta-btn-wrapper{margin-bottom:2rem;margin-top:-10px;}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<section class=\"wysiwyg_block\">\r\n    <div class=\"container\">\r\n        <div class=\"row\">\r\n            <div class=\"col-lg-8\">\r\n            \r\n            <p>October marks LGBTQ+ History Month\u2014a time to reflect on the triumphs, struggles, and enduring legacy of the LGBTQ+ community. In Greater Boston, where history and activism intertwine, this month offers a powerful opportunity to honor the past while supporting the present.<\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Support LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192406299 BCX0\">Supporting<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192406299 BCX0\">, patronizing,<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192406299 BCX0\">and hiring <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192406299 BCX0\">LGBTQ+-owned businesses <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192406299 BCX0\">can help<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192406299 BCX0\"> them grow and succeed, creating a more diverse and vibrant economy<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192406299 BCX0\"> where everyone benefits<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192406299 BCX0\">. We encourage you to make a conscious effort to support LGBTQ+-owned businesses and provide opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals, ensuring that everyone has the chance to succeed and contribute to our collective progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW189960565 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW189960565 BCX0\">Here are five incredible local LGBTQ+ owned businesses, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW189960565 BCX0\">offering everything <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW189960565 BCX0\">from digital marketing <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW189960565 BCX0\">expertise<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW189960565 BCX0\"> to home interior design and furnishing:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flourishandfoundryshop.com\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Flourish &amp; Foundry<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> \u2013 Home Interior Design and Furnishing<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559738&quot;:225,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Owners of Flourish &amp; Foundry, an LGBTQIA+ and woman-owned business <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW64523116 BCX0\">located<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW64523116 BCX0\"> on Tremont Street in Boston<\/span>, Sarah <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Marchione and Marcus Hamblin, built their success on improving the experience of shopping for home decor. V<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">aluing ethical sourcing, low environmental impact, and quality, Flourish &amp; Foundry strives to create impact on the broader community while helping their customers live authentically in their homes.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Flourish &amp; Foundry believes what you bring in your home matters. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flourishandfoundryshop.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Connect with them today<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> for an individualized shopping experience!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roesseljoy.com\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Roessel Joy<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> \u2013\u00a0 Staffing Agency<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Roessel Joy is an LGBTQIA+ owned staffing agency with a commitment to finding clients their dream jobs. Founded in 2018, Roessel Joy excels in facilitating the hiring process with precision, ensuring you find the ideal candidate or job opportunity. Their meticulously refined system guarantees a seamless experience from start to finish.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In an ever-evolving market, navigating the job search or candidate selection can be daunting. Roessel Joy is dedicated to simplifying this journey for you.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roesseljoy.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reach out to them today<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to advance your career or enhance your business!<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweeties-social.com\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sweeties <\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2013\u00a0 Ice Cream Shop<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Sweeties was founded in 2023 by Anika and Jamila Gramsey, married mothers of two and lovers of sweet treats with the goal of bringing joy to their patrons and community, innovating the world of soft-serve, and bringing people together for daily ice cream socials. Sweeties process is unique, taking hard-packed ice cream and mixing it with your choice of mix-in to create a new soft-serve style flavor crafted by you.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo360.com\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tomo360<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> \u2013 Digital Marketing Agency <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Massachusetts-certified minority, women (M\/WBE), and LGBTQIA+ business enterprise, Tomo360 is a digital marketing agency. They serve companies with digital marketing needs in various industries, such as nonprofits, government, life science, business services, education, and hospitality. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Based in Lowell, MA, and serving clients across continents, this digital marketing agency provides award-winning websites, social media campaigns, email marketing, videography, social and Google advertising, and more.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/tomo360.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Connect with them today<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to learn how they can jumpstart your marketing, and let\u2019s continue to champion diversity in business!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 tabindex=\"0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chick-fil-a.com\/locations\/ma\/copley-square-in-line\"><b>Chick-fil-A Copley Square<\/b><\/a><b> &#8211; Q<\/b><b>uick-Service Restaurant\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p tabindex=\"0\">The first in the city, Chick-fil-A is home of the original chicken sandwich. Chick-fil-A is also known for its unmatched customer experience, ranking first on the American Customer Satisfaction index for 10 years in a row. Chick-fil-A Copley Square is locally owned by Operator Matt DeMichele-Rigoni, who has been with the company for over 17 years.<\/p>\n<p>Matt is married to his husband Jo\u00e3o, who also plays a major role in the business. You will find Matt and Jo\u00e3o in the restaurant on a daily basis. Their vision is: \u201cTouching lives by creating moments of care,\u201d which has been the north-star for the organization\u2019s strategy to create a place that team members feel cared for, a place that is top-of-mind for consumers, and a local organization that is growing with excellence.<\/p>\n  \r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"860\" height=\"560\" data-src=\"https:\/\/bostonchamber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/chic-member-story-2.jpg\" alt=\"Member-Story\" class=\"wp-image-39575 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 860px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 860\/560;width:633px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/bostonchamber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/chic-member-story-2.jpg 860w, https:\/\/bostonchamber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/chic-member-story-2-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bostonchamber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/chic-member-story-2-150x98.jpg 150w, https:\/\/bostonchamber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/chic-member-story-2-768x500.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<style>\r\n    .cta-btn-wrapper{margin-bottom:2rem;margin-top:-10px;}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<section class=\"wysiwyg_block\">\r\n    <div class=\"container\">\r\n        <div class=\"row\">\r\n            <div class=\"col-lg-8\">\r\n            \r\n            <h3><strong>Progress Through Community<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This LGBTQ+ History Month, let\u2019s celebrate Greater Boston\u2019s legacy of courage and change, by shopping local, showing up, and continuing the work of building a more inclusive future. As James E. Rooney, President &amp; CEO of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, affirms:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em>\u201cThe success of the LGBTQIA+ community is vital to the future of the Commonwealth. Our workforce, companies, and economy are stronger with the vision and significant contributions of LGBTQIA+ leaders. The Chamber will continue to lead the business community in shaping the most equitable business community where people can harness their identity for success.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Let this month be a reminder that progress is powered by community and that every act of support helps shape a more equitable tomorrow.<\/p>\n  \r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n\r\n<div class=\"people-spotlight three-up\" id=\"ra_id_1678135702\">\r\n    <div class=\"container\">\r\n        <div class=\"three-up-heading-wrap\">\r\n        <h4 tabindex=\"0\">You May Also Be Interested In       \r\n        <\/h4> \r\n                <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"row three-up-slider\">\r\n            <div class=\"col-lg-4 item\"><div class=\"content-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bostonchamber.com\/news-insights\/?_news_insight=thought-leadership\"><h5 tabindex=\"0\" class=\"cat\">Thought Leadership<\/h5><\/a><div tabindex=\"0\" class=\"people-img avtar ratio ratio-16x9\"><img decoding=\"async\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"avtar lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/bostonchamber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fall-greater-boston.jpg\" alt=\"How to Make the Most Out of Your Fall Around Greater Boston\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/400;\" \/><\/div><h3 tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"hightlight\">How to Make the Most Out of Your Fall Around Greater Boston<\/span><\/h3><p class=\"special-label\"><\/p><div class = \"desc\">Celebrate fall in Greater Boston with cozy market mornings, historic trails, and festive events. 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