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Celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month in Greater Boston: Shop Local, Honor Legacy

October 16, 2025 Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

October marks LGBTQ+ History Month—a time to reflect on the triumphs, struggles, and enduring legacy of the LGBTQ+ community. In Greater Boston, where history and activism intertwine, this month offers a powerful opportunity to honor the past while supporting the present.

Support LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses  

Supporting, patronizing, and hiring LGBTQ+-owned businesses can help them grow and succeed, creating a more diverse and vibrant economy where everyone benefits. We encourage you to make a conscious effort to support LGBTQ+-owned businesses and provide opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals, ensuring that everyone has the chance to succeed and contribute to our collective progress.

Here are five incredible local LGBTQ+ owned businesses, offering everything from digital marketing expertise to home interior design and furnishing: 

Flourish & Foundry – Home Interior Design and Furnishing 

Owners of Flourish & Foundry, an LGBTQIA+ and woman-owned business located on Tremont Street in Boston, Sarah Marchione and Marcus Hamblin, built their success on improving the experience of shopping for home decor. Valuing ethical sourcing, low environmental impact, and quality, Flourish & Foundry strives to create impact on the broader community while helping their customers live authentically in their homes.  

Flourish & Foundry believes what you bring in your home matters. Connect with them today for an individualized shopping experience!  

Roessel Joy –  Staffing Agency 

Roessel Joy is an LGBTQIA+ owned staffing agency with a commitment to finding clients their dream jobs. Founded in 2018, Roessel Joy excels in facilitating the hiring process with precision, ensuring you find the ideal candidate or job opportunity. Their meticulously refined system guarantees a seamless experience from start to finish. 

In an ever-evolving market, navigating the job search or candidate selection can be daunting. Roessel Joy is dedicated to simplifying this journey for you. Reach out to them today to advance your career or enhance your business!  

Sweeties –  Ice Cream Shop

Sweeties was founded in 2023 by Anika and Jamila Gramsey, married mothers of two and lovers of sweet treats with the goal of bringing joy to their patrons and community, innovating the world of soft-serve, and bringing people together for daily ice cream socials. Sweeties process is unique, taking hard-packed ice cream and mixing it with your choice of mix-in to create a new soft-serve style flavor crafted by you.

Tomo360 – Digital Marketing Agency  

A Massachusetts-certified minority, women (M/WBE), and LGBTQIA+ business enterprise, Tomo360 is a digital marketing agency. They serve companies with digital marketing needs in various industries, such as nonprofits, government, life science, business services, education, and hospitality.  

Based in Lowell, MA, and serving clients across continents, this digital marketing agency provides award-winning websites, social media campaigns, email marketing, videography, social and Google advertising, and more. Connect with them today to learn how they can jumpstart your marketing, and let’s continue to champion diversity in business! 

Chick-fil-A Copley Square – Quick-Service Restaurant 

The first in the city, Chick-fil-A is home of the original chicken sandwich. Chick-fil-A is also known for its unmatched customer experience, ranking first on the American Customer Satisfaction index for 10 years in a row. Chick-fil-A Copley Square is locally owned by Operator Matt DeMichele-Rigoni, who has been with the company for over 17 years.

Matt is married to his husband João, who also plays a major role in the business. You will find Matt and João in the restaurant on a daily basis. Their vision is: “Touching lives by creating moments of care,” which has been the north-star for the organization’s strategy to create a place that team members feel cared for, a place that is top-of-mind for consumers, and a local organization that is growing with excellence.

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Progress Through Community

This LGBTQ+ History Month, let’s celebrate Greater Boston’s legacy of courage and change, by shopping local, showing up, and continuing the work of building a more inclusive future. As James E. Rooney, President & CEO of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, affirms:

“The success of the LGBTQIA+ community is vital to the future of the Commonwealth. Our workforce, companies, and economy are stronger with the vision and significant contributions of LGBTQIA+ leaders. The Chamber will continue to lead the business community in shaping the most equitable business community where people can harness their identity for success.”

Let this month be a reminder that progress is powered by community and that every act of support helps shape a more equitable tomorrow.

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