Events
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Overview
OUT Georgia Events Overview
Networking
NETWORKING
OUT @ L
The OUT at Lunch networking series brings small groups together across Atlanta and Georgia with a focus on building business connections and driving referrals.
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4th Friday Networking
Hosted monthly at OUT Georgia Member locations, the 4th Friday series brings LGBTQ+ and allied professionals, small business representatives, and nonprofit leaders together for an evening of networking, referral sharing, and conversation.
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Power Connect
Power Connect brings the LGBTQ+ community together quarterly for high-power networking, DEI-focused programming, and a showcase of Member organizations. Perfect for Partner hosting and support.
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OUT & About
OUT & About is a new way to connect with OUT Georgia Members near you. Small, informal groups will meet regularly to show up and support local LGBTQ+ establishments and events, with no set agenda, no program, and absolutely no obligation.
Just get to know your fellow OUT Georgia community and explore LGBTQ+ spots and happenings around town!
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Learning
LEARNING
OUT Georgia Academy
OGBA Academy is an educational series founded to ignite the business and professional development of all Members, including LGBTQ+ small business, nonprofit, and corporate professionals and our allies.
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Procurement Spotlight
OUT Georgia’s Procurement Spotlight series connects Supplier Diversity programs with Certified LGBTQ-owned Business Enterprises (LGBTBEs) focusing on how to engage, compete, and win contracts.
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Signature Events
SIGNATURE EVENTS
Kickoff & Annual Meeting
OUT Georgia’s Kickoff & Annual Meeting is the largest 2SLGBTQIA+ professional networking experience in Georgia, harnessing the energy of a New Year to spark powerful connections and bold commitments.
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LGBTQ+ Business Summit
The annual LGBTQ+ Business Summit is a multi-day event with a deep dive into our strategic pillars of Advocacy, Business, and Community Impact, featuring keynotes, premier and peer-led sessions, and matchmaker.
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Community Honors Celebration
The Community Honors Celebration is an annual awards event that celebrates the best of the LGBTQ+ and ally business community. The event also spotlights the OUT Georgia Impact Fund.
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