2024 NGLCC XLR8 Program Application
The NGLCC XLR8 Certified LGBT Business Enterprise® (LGBTBE) Capacity Development Program is designed to help LGBT-owned businesses grow and succeed in a highly competitive market. XLR8 will consist of a series of by-application cohorts of NGLCC Certified LGBTBE® companies distinguished by revenue, focusing on businesses ranging from $100,000 to $999,999, $1 million to $3.99 million, and $4 million+ (known as NGLCC’s Platinum Circle) in annual revenues to help them create sustainable and meaningful growth for their companies. Start-up companies and those with less than $100,000 that have high-growth potential will also be considered. Applications for 3rd cohort are due July 31, 2024.
Key areas of focus include: management and leadership innovation, access to capital and financial literacy, cybersecurity, team development, as well as marketing, communications, and branding.
Cohort 3 Schedule (2-3:30pm ET; virtual)
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 | Session 1
Mark Bertolini - CEO, Oscar Health
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 | Session 2
Robert Schapira - Director of Small Business Diverse Customer Segments, Senior VP at Wells Fargo
Tuesday, September 5, 2024 | Session 3
Ernest Cordova and Glenn Ballard - Dragonfli Group
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 | Session 4
Anthony Shop - Co-Founder of Social Driver, Chairman of National Digital Roundtable, Host of Chief Influencer Podcast
Tuesday, September 12, 2024 | Session 5
Jha Allen - Founder of Endless Marketing
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | Session 6
Mark Bertolini - CEO, Oscar Health
Applications for 3rd cohort are due Juy 31, 2024.
Any questions can be directed to education@nglcc.org.