QUORUM upcoming events

CANCELLED UNTIL SEPTEMBER - Quorum Young Professionals Monthly Mixer (August 13, 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

ABOUT THE QYP EVENTS: Calling all LGBTQ+ and Allied young professionals aged 18-35! Elevate your career and business aspirations at our monthly networking events hosted by Quorum!

These free events are not just about networking; they're about fostering connections, sharing insights, and creating a vibrant community where your ambitions thrive. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of something extraordinary each month – mark your calendars, and let's make professional magic happen together!

What's in store for you:

Forge meaningful connections with like-minded peers.
Discover Quorum's mission, resources, and robust support network.
Uncover the keys to thriving in your professional journey.
Delight in complimentary appetizers amidst a welcoming atmosphere.

Don't miss this chance to network, socialize, and explore the transformative impact Quorum can have on your success. Bring your ambition, questions, and most importantly, your authentic self!

We're excited to meet you and empower each other on the path to success!

ABOUT QUORUM: Quorum is Minnesota's award winning LGBTQ+ and Allied Chamber of Commerce. We are an organization of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer+ and LGBT-allied businesses, corporations, nonprofits and professionals focused on building a strong business community in Minnesota.

Wake Up With Quorum Networking Breakfast (August 14, 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Promote your business and get quality networking time in before the workday even begins.

These breakfasts focus on roundtable networking and give attendees the chance to exchange business information, develop new prospects, and share a 60-second commercial. This networking event allows earlier risers to make the most of their busy morning and grow business through new connections and relationships. We also feature quick networking breakout sessions to share information about your business or organization, and get those referrals!

Our (timed) 60-second pitches are very fun and yes it's okay to prep. Don't forget that it’s great for other attendees to hear what you are looking to buy and who you want to meet, as well as what you are selling.

Join Our Meeting! (This does require a free Zoom account to participate.)

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84286646190

New to Quorum?
Wake Up With Quorum (sponsored by Associated Bank) is usually held on the second Friday morning of every month at 8:00am, and is hosted by a Quorum member business. Wake Up With Quorum is a great alternative networking opportunity for members who are unable to attend events in the evening or prefer a smaller, more intimate environment. These networking events are a casual fun way to increase your networks, build your business and meet other community business leaders. Quorum networking events are a perfect way to connect with new people, reignite existing contacts and start new conversations.

Minneapolis Mixer - Talk To My Face (August 15, 2026)

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Quorum Member PASHCO extends an invitation to Talk To My Face, a Social Mixer.
More info and registration here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/minneapolis-mixer-tickets-1993849475454
Learn more about PASHCO: https://www.pashcompany.com

Connect! with Quorum Monthly Networking Zoom Call (August 19, 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Calling All Minnesota LGBTQ+ & Allied Businesses!
Your monthly networking call is here.

Join Quorum on the 3rd Wednesday of every month for a statewide Zoom networking event connecting LGBTQ+ and Allied business owners from across Minnesota.

Register today to build connections, share resources, and grow your network—you won’t want to miss it!

*Zoom link in Registration Confirmation email!

Quorum Women's Leadership Roundtable Networking Lunch (August 26, 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

QUORUM WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE

MONTHLY NETWORKING EVENT

Join us for a monthly event that highlights LGBTQ+ and Allied female-identified people! From building confidence and leading change to growing your support system, this is a great opportunity to network, forge connections with other business leaders, and have the opportunity to highlight your own business and work.

Participants share challenges and successes, and give and receive the encouragement and support crucial to everyone’s success. Whether it is a peer to peer deep dive into any of the myriad pressing issues for women in leadership or simply a search for fresh insight and new connections, this is a monthly networking event for you.

Quorum Women's Leadership Roundtable meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month at noon. Open to all LGBTQ+ and Allied female identified attendees, this is more than a networking group. It’s an opportunity to highlight your business, share best practices, discuss successes and challenges, and get to know other business owners in our community.

To join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3819002861?omn=85210672761

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting @ Pleasure & Belonging, Duluth (August 27, 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Quorum is excited to participate in the Grand Opening of Pleasure & Belonging, a combination Event, Therapy, and Retail Space in Duluth. Join the party on Thursday, August 27th, from 5 to 7pm and see what the excitement is all about!
Learn more about Pleasure & Belonging and sign up for event updates here: https://www.pleasureandbelonging.com/events

Quorum Young Professionals Monthly Mixer (September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

ABOUT THE QYP EVENTS: Calling all LGBTQ+ and Allied young professionals aged 18-35! Elevate your career and business aspirations at our monthly networking events hosted by Quorum!

What's in store for you:

Forge meaningful connections with like-minded peers.
Discover Quorum's mission, resources, and robust support network.
Uncover the keys to thriving in your professional journey.
Delight in complimentary appetizers amidst a welcoming atmosphere.

Don't miss this chance to network, socialize, and explore the transformative impact Quorum can have on your success. Bring your ambition, questions, and most importantly, your authentic self!

We're excited to meet you and empower each other on the path to success!

Wake Up With Quorum Networking Breakfast (September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Promote your business and get quality networking time in before the workday even begins.

Join Our Meeting! (This does require a free Zoom account to participate.)

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84286646190

Wake Up With Quorum Networking Breakfast IN PERSON! (September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Promote your business and get quality networking time in before the workday even begins!

Our September Wake Up with Quorum networking breakfast will be in-person at Gigi's Cafe.

SAVE THE DATE! Out After Work with Quorum (September 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Join us on Tuesday, September 15th for Quorum's monthly happy hour networking event! *

Out After Work is a great opportunity to build your business network by meeting other Quorum members, make valuable connections and learn more about the LGBTQ+ and Allied business community. Not only is it a great networking opportunity but it's a lot of fun!

New to Quorum Network Nights? Out After Work is one of Quorum’s signature member-to-member business networking events. This is a fun casual event for all LGBTQ+ and Allied folks who are interested in networking, starting or growing their careers. The emphasis is on creating an energetic and vibrant atmosphere where valuable contacts can be made, ideas and opportunities can be shared, and community can be formed. Come build your networks and help strengthen our presence in the greater business community.

Are You Interested in Hosting a Quorum Event? Please reach out to Rebecca Waggoner at rebecca@twincitiesquorum.com to learn more!

*Registration will open once we confirm the venue.

Quorum Workplace Alliance Q3 Event: Reinvention: Employee Communities & the Future Workplace (September 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Reinvention: Employee Communities & the Future Workplace

Session Overview

As organizations navigate rapid change, they are rethinking how they engage employees, develop future-ready talent, and build resilient workplace cultures. Employee communities, leadership practices, and workforce development strategies are evolving alongside changing business realities, creating new opportunities to strengthen connection, innovation, and organizational performance.

This interactive Workplace Alliance Council session brings together corporate leaders to explore how organizations are reinventing employee engagement, evolving employee community models, preparing employees for the future of work, and supporting organizational change in meaningful and sustainable ways.

Through peer discussion and shared experiences, participants will examine practical strategies for balancing business priorities with employee needs while building workplaces that are adaptable, connected, and prepared for what's next.

Why This Topic Matters

Organizations today are asking:

How are employee communities, ERGs, and BRGs evolving to meet changing workforce and business needs?
What role can employee communities play in supporting organizational change and reinvention?
How do we maintain employee connection and engagement during periods of transformation?
How do organizational values and culture support adaptability, innovation, and workforce readiness?
What does a future-ready workplace look like, and how do we prepare employees to succeed within it?

What You'll Gain

Participants will leave with:

Practical ideas for supporting employee communities during periods of organizational change
Insights into how peer organizations are approaching reinvention and workforce transformation
Strategies for strengthening employee engagement while adapting to changing business priorities
Perspectives on future skills, leadership capabilities, and workforce readiness
Meaningful connections with professionals navigating similar opportunities and challenges

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT.

Please reach out to Rebecca Waggoner (rebecca@twincitiesquorum.com) with any questions!

Leading with Purpose: Potential Board Member Meet and Greet (October 07, 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Do you want to lead with purpose, support small businesses, and help strengthen Minnesota’s LGBTQ+ and Allied community?

We invite you to join us for Quorum’s Potential Board Member Meet & Greet on October 7 via Zoom.

Board members are essential stewards of Quorum’s mission and future. During this brief session, you’ll get an inside look at our work, meet current Board and staff, and learn how your leadership and lived experience can help guide Quorum forward.

To join the meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3819002861?omn=84935881921

SAVE THE DATE! Quorum's 2026 National Coming Out Day Luncheon (October 09, 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

You are invited to Quorum's

National Coming Out Day Luncheon

"...We will not win our rights by staying quietly in our closets..." (Harvey Milk)

This National Coming Out Day, we're choosing Bold Joy—and you're invited to be part of it. Join more than 450 business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and community champions for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating authenticity, courage, connection, and the power of showing up as exactly who we are.

Come make new connections, discover LGBTQ+ and Allied businesses in our Marketplace Expo, hear stories that will inspire you, and experience the energy that happens when our community comes together. Whether you're LGBTQ+, an ally, a longtime Quorum member, or joining us for the first time, there's a seat at the table for you.

Come for the connections. Leave inspired. Choose Bold Joy.

ABOUT THE LUNCHEON:

Quorum’s National Coming Out Day Luncheon—the premier NCOD celebration in the country—gathers our community to uplift these stories of resilience, pride, and connection. This transformational event celebrates the power of living with authenticity at work, at home, and in the world.

In a time when LGBTQ+ visibility and inclusion face growing challenges across the country, our voices are more important than ever. Whether you're coming out as LGBTQ+, an ally—or on a path of self-discovery—your story has the power to shift hearts, open minds, and spark meaningful change.

We invite you to join us for this powerful celebration of strength, courage, and pride. Together, we honor the many individual journeys that, woven together, create a more inclusive, vibrant, and united Minnesota.

SUPPORT THE NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY LUNCHEON:

Quorum’s National Coming Out Day Luncheon is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors. Your support is more than a contribution—it’s an investment in a stronger, more inclusive community. Join us as a sponsor and help celebrate authenticity, elevate LGBTQ+ voices, and drive meaningful impact across Minnesota.

CLICK HERE to learn more about sponsorship opportunities!

NEW THIS YEAR:

We have added a few new options for our registration system this year. For example, we have added a section for guests to enter their pronouns for their name tag and a section for lunch options.

Name Tags: When prompted, please enter pronouns for you and your guests. If you do not know the pronouns of your guest(s), please enter "unknown"

Food Preferences: When prompted, please select the preferred meal for your guests. The default will be a house salad and the chicken option.

Sponsors and other Tables of 10: We will send you a form to complete for your guest list that includes the above questions and we will enter your information into the system for you.

Thank you so much!

SAVE THE DATE! Out After Work with Quorum (October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Join us on Tuesday, October 20th for Quorum's monthly happy hour networking event! *

Are You Interested in Hosting a Quorum Event? Please reach out to Rebecca Waggoner at rebecca@twincitiesquorum.com to learn more!

*Registration will open once we confirm the venue.

Quorum Women's Leadership Roundtable Networking Lunch (October 28, 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

QUORUM WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE

MONTHLY NETWORKING EVENT

To join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3819002861?omn=85210672761

Quorum Young Professionals Monthly Mixer (November 12, 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

ABOUT THE QYP EVENTS: Calling all LGBTQ+ and Allied young professionals aged 18-35! Elevate your career and business aspirations at our monthly networking events hosted by Quorum!

What's in store for you:

Forge meaningful connections with like-minded peers.
Discover Quorum's mission, resources, and robust support network.
Uncover the keys to thriving in your professional journey.
Delight in complimentary appetizers amidst a welcoming atmosphere.

Don't miss this chance to network, socialize, and explore the transformative impact Quorum can have on your success. Bring your ambition, questions, and most importantly, your authentic self!

We're excited to meet you and empower each other on the path to success!

Wake Up With Quorum Networking Breakfast (November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Promote your business and get quality networking time in before the workday even begins.

Join Our Meeting! (This does require a free Zoom account to participate.)

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84286646190

SAVE THE DATE! Out After Work with Quorum (November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Join us on Tuesday, November 17th for Quorum's monthly happy hour networking event! *

Are You Interested in Hosting a Quorum Event? Please reach out to Rebecca Waggoner at rebecca@twincitiesquorum.com to learn more!

*Registration will open once we confirm the venue.

Quorum Women's Leadership Roundtable Networking Lunch (November 25, 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

QUORUM WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE

MONTHLY NETWORKING EVENT

To join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3819002861?omn=85210672761

Quorum Young Professionals Monthly Mixer (December 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 23:30:00 GMT

ABOUT THE QYP EVENTS: Calling all LGBTQ+ and Allied young professionals aged 18-35! Elevate your career and business aspirations at our monthly networking events hosted by Quorum!

What's in store for you:

Forge meaningful connections with like-minded peers.
Discover Quorum's mission, resources, and robust support network.
Uncover the keys to thriving in your professional journey.
Delight in complimentary appetizers amidst a welcoming atmosphere.

Don't miss this chance to network, socialize, and explore the transformative impact Quorum can have on your success. Bring your ambition, questions, and most importantly, your authentic self!

We're excited to meet you and empower each other on the path to success!

Wake Up With Quorum Networking Breakfast (December 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Promote your business and get quality networking time in before the workday even begins.

Join Our Meeting! (This does require a free Zoom account to participate.)

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84286646190