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OPEN Foundation Career Summit and Celebration
Name:
OPEN Foundation Career Summit and Celebration
Date:
October 3, 2025
Event Description:
Be Part of the Progress
Join us on October 3rd for the OPEN Foundation Summit, a full-day celebration of LGBTQIA+ empowerment, community, and change-making. From morning workshops to evening cocktails, the day is designed to spark connection, share resources, and inspire bold visions for the future of work and inclusion. Whether you're job-seeking, hiring, connecting, or celebrating—this is a space for queer joy, bold careers, and inclusive futures.
Why Join Us as an Employer?
Join the Movement for Intentional Inclusion
At the OPEN LGBTQ+ Affirming Career Fair, we do things differently. We believe in fostering connections that go beyond surface-level diversity. We want to learn more about your organization to ensure that your values align with intentional efforts to create welcoming and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ employees.
Get Started:
Click Learn More below and share more about your organization’s values, practices, and efforts to support equitable workplaces. Our team will review your responses and be in touch with the next steps.
Why Participate?
Be part of an event that champions diversity and inclusion. By participating, you’ll connect with talented professionals from the LGBTQ+ community and demonstrate your commitment to building workplaces that truly work for everyone.
Booth Fees:
At the OPEN LGBTQ+ Affirming Career Fair, we do things differently. We believe in fostering connections that go beyond surface-level diversity. We want to learn more about your organization to ensure that your values align with intentional efforts to create welcoming and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ employees.
Get Started:
Click Learn More below and share more about your organization’s values, practices, and efforts to support equitable workplaces. Our team will review your responses and be in touch with the next steps.
Why Participate?
Be part of an event that champions diversity and inclusion. By participating, you’ll connect with talented professionals from the LGBTQ+ community and demonstrate your commitment to building workplaces that truly work for everyone.
Booth Fees:
- Nonprofits: $150 (must be a 501(c)(3) organization)
- Small Businesses: $350 (under 100 employees)
- Enterprise: $500 (over 100 employees)
Booth Details: Each booth includes a 6 ft table, 2 chairs, and space for 2-3 representatives. Employers should be actively hiring and provide a list of available roles, preferably with compensation details.
Sponsorships are available. Email hello@openmadison.org to inquire.
Let’s work together to create meaningful career opportunities and affirming work environments for LGBTQ+ professionals.
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