About ECC

A Beacon of Inclusion and Progress in the DC Business Community

The Equality Chamber of Commerce DC Metro Area (ECCDC) serves as a vital nonprofit, nonpartisan network for hundreds of queer- and allied-owned businesses in the DC area, reaching about 5,000 individuals through various initiatives.

Our Mission

The Equality Chamber seeks to foster and advocate for equitable economic development through helping individual businesses and facilitating network connections among economic actors throughout the DMV.

ECCDC is an Affiliate of the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC)

 

Our Values

Integrity

Upholding honesty, accountability, transparency, and strong ethical practices that build trust and respect across our community.

Community

Connection is our foundation. Whether in person or through our mobile app, we create spaces to collaborate, grow, and support one another.

Development

We support the personal and professional progress of members, helping individuals and the organization grow in meaningful, sustainable ways.

Advocacy

We champion LGBTQ+ businesses and professionals, advancing policies, visibility, and opportunities that support an inclusive economy.

 

Board Members

Matt Maxwell

Secretary
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Alex Held

Treasurer

Dan Fuhrman

President Elect

Angelique Ayala

Director
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Brian Farrell

Director
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Todd Howard Ezrin

Director
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Demetrius Jones

Director

Sarita Simpson

Director

John Trainor III

Director

Dennis Vonasek

Past President

Patrick Algyer

Executive Director

Ambassadors

Daniel Fuhrman

Co-Chair

John Trainor III

Co-Chair

Eddie Dana

Renoir Dawson-Finan

Justin Dull

Joseph Fink

Joseph Greener

Richard Pearrell

Tirzah Rao

Yuri Velasquez

Marketing Committee

Brian Farrell

Chair

Cullen Peele

Social Media

Events Committee

Angelique Ayala

Co-Chair

Sarita Simpson

Co-Chair

Todd Howard Ezrin

Sesyle Moorhead

Tirzah Rao

Amy Wilson