Start Networking

Connect with a new person every month to expand your network and drive your career

Meet up with a new person every month for (temporarily) virtual coffee chats

Strengthen your professional network within the LGBTQ+ community

Gain & share knowledge to help advance your career

How it Works

Help us get to know you better: register your profile with us and set your networking preferences.

Get a new match every month, curated based on your demographic preferences, interests and potential for professional development.

Give us feedback on your experience to help us improve the program and re-enroll for the next month.

Networking Success Stories

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Start Proud will pair people in the monthly program for networking meetings based on participants stated goals & objectives in networking for a one off meeting

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I landed my first job out of school by leveraging people my network. Its easier to get in to a company if you have someone to vouch for you.
Steve PugliaVP, Web & Data - Start Proud

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The program is initiated to develop a professional network within the LGBTQ+ community where we can learn and help each other.