Join the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC), civic leaders, business executives, community organizations, and regional stakeholders for a cocktail launch of BELONGING PAYS: The Economic Power of LGBTQ+ Los Angeles.

This first-of-its-kind report examines the economic contributions of LGBTQ+ Angelenos and explores how belonging, participation, entrepreneurship, workforce development, culture, tourism, and innovation strengthen the competitiveness of Los Angeles County.

Hosted at The Black Cat—a site of profound significance in LGBTQ+ history—the reception will bring together leaders from across sectors to celebrate the report’s launch and to discuss how we can can tackle both the challenges and opportunities facing the LGBTQ+ economy in LA.

Topics explored in the report include:

• Talent attraction and regional competitiveness
• Entrepreneurship and small business development
• Arts, culture, and the visitor economy
• Workforce opportunities in health and behavioral health
• LGBTQ+ community infrastructure across Los Angeles County
• The economic value of inclusion and belonging

Whether you work in economic development, business, government, philanthropy, education, healthcare, or community leadership, this event offers an opportunity to engage with new research and join a conversation about building a more prosperous and inclusive Los Angeles.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Dress code: cocktail attire/business casual.