About Our Organization

The Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors is the premier professional network dedicated to increasing LGBTQ+ representation in U.S. corporate boardrooms. Established in 2022, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit provides a platform for current and aspiring LGBTQ+ board members to connect, advocate, and lead.

Through research, mentorship, and strategic partnerships, we work with Fortune 500 companies, institutional investors, and governance leaders to ensure that corporate boards reflect the full spectrum of talent and experience in today’s workforce.

As a recognized member of the corporate governance community, we engage with various stakeholders, such as NASDAQ, NYSE, NACD or PDA to promote LGBTQ+ talent. Our work has led to the growth of LGBTQ+ representation and inspired similar organizations in Canada and Australia.

Join us as we build a future where LGBTQ+ leaders thrive in boardrooms worldwide.

Meet Us

Our Advisory Board

Betsy Bernard

Director at Zimmer Biomet

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Michael C. Camunez

President, CEO, & Co-Founder of Monarch Global Strategies

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Chiqui Cartagena

Executive Director at CUNY TV

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David Hedley

Chief Strategy Officer at Bramshill Investments

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Heather Hiles

Board of Directors Chair and Chief Business Development Officer at Agency

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Ozzie Gromada Meza

President & CEO of Latino Corporate Directors Association

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Gerry Rodriguez

U.S. Head of Brand Purpose & Impact at Edelman

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Rob Smith

Founder of The Phluid Project & G.E.T. Phluid

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Richard C. Socarides

Science Corporation Senior Advisor

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Nicole Reboe

CEO of Rich Talent Group

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Executive Director

Fabrice Houdart

Fabrice Houdart

Founder
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Our History

The Association is focused on bringing excellence to the Corporate Governance World.

Our membership is made up of board-ready LGBTQ+ executives and reflects the broader societal excellence of gender, race, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, education.

Why it matters?

Out of 5,670 seats in Fortune 500 companies, it is estimated that only 0.9% are occupied by LGBTQ+ people. With a vast amount of research showing that diverse boards perform better, the Association is committed to increasing meaningful representation of LGBTQ+ people in the boardroom by nurturing, connecting, and supporting board-ready individuals.