LGBTBE Certification
The LGBTBE certification offers a unique opportunity to elevate your business through networking, access to business opportunities, valuable resources, and fostering a sense of belonging through an inclusive business community.
What is LGBTBE® certification?
The New Mexico Out and Allied Business Alliance is proud to partner with the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) on the LGBT Business Enterprise (LGBTBE®) certification program. The NGLCC is the nation's only third-party certification body that verifies that eligible businesses are majority-owned by LGBT individuals, and subsequently grants LGBT Business Enterprise® (LGBTBE®) designation. Become a member of the New Mexico Out and Allied Business Alliance and your application fee is waived.
Why get certified?
Major U.S. corporations are increasingly demonstrating a commitment to completing the diversity supply chain by not only creating inclusive work environments and marketing to a broad, diverse consumer base but also by purchasing products and services directly from LGBTBE certified businesses.
By becoming a certified LGBTBE, business owners are able to build relationships with America’s leading corporations, generate prospective business and clients, and collectively team with each other for contracting opportunities.
Certified LGBTBEs are routinely sought after by NGLCC Corporate Partners and Chamber Corporate Partners who are looking to increase their purchasing within diverse communities.
What is the process?
- Join the New Mexico Out and Allied Business Alliance here
- Chamber Members certification is free of charge
- Non-Chamber Members pay $400 for certification
- Enroll your business and complete the LGBTBE certification application (we'll send you instructions)
- Submit supporting documents within the application portal
- A local Site Visitor will schedule your official site visit
- All certification requests are reviewed for approval monthly
