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Opportunity Details
Pride In Business Awards
The Tennessee Pride Chamber works to connect, support, and advocate for LGBTQ+ professionals and businesses across the state. Through networking, education, and economic development, we create opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies to thrive in business and beyond. By volunteering, you're helping build a more inclusive and equitable Tennessee economy.
We're gearing up for one of our biggest events of the year — the Pride In Business Awards — and we need your help! This annual celebration highlights LGBTQ+ leadership and entrepreneurship, and volunteering is a great way to connect, contribute, and be part of a meaningful night.
Available Volunteer Roles
- Welcome & Greeter
- Time: Approx. 5:15 PM – 7:30 PM
- Overview: Be the first friendly face our guests see. You'll help set a welcoming tone and provide basic event info.
- Responsibilities:
- Greet guests as they arrive
- Offer directions to check-in and other areas
- Answer general event questions
- Ideal for: Outgoing individuals who enjoy making others feel seen and welcome.
- Guest Check-In
- Time: Approx. 5:15 PM – 7:30 PM
- Overview: Help manage the check-in table, ensure a smooth flow, and get attendees into the event quickly and efficiently.
- Responsibilities:
- Check in attendees using a list or digital platform
- Distribute name badges or materials
- Provide logistical info (e.g., seating, restroom locations)
- Ideal for: Detail-oriented folks who enjoy structured, people-facing tasks.
- Silent Auction Assistant
- Time: Approx. 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Overview: Assist with the silent auction by answering questions, encouraging bids, and keeping the area organized.
- Responsibilities:
- Explain auction process and encourage participation
- Monitor bid sheets or digital bidding tools
- Provide info about auction items
- Maintain a clean and tidy display area
- Ideal for: Good communicators who are comfortable engaging guests.
- Table Clearing & Event Support
- Time: Approx. 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- Overview: Help us keep the event space clean and professional. Ideal for those with experience in catering, food service, or hospitality, though anyone is welcome.
- Responsibilities:
- Clear plates, glassware, and utensils from tables
- Wipe down or reset tables as needed
- Assist with light venue cleanup during or after the event
- Ideal for: Efficient, proactive volunteers who are comfortable with behind-the-scenes support.
All volunteers must wear all black (e.g., black slacks, blouse/button-down, polo, etc.).
Comfortable shoes are required — you'll be on your feet for most of your shift.
Volunteer Perks
- Free admission to the Pride In Business Awards
- Networking with local leaders and business professionals
- Community service hours (if needed)
- Complimentary snacks and refreshments
- A Tennessee Pride Chamber T-Shirt & Sticker
Ready to Sign Up?
We look forward to working with you!
Equity & Inclusion
LGBTQIA+
Age Minimum (with Adult): 21+, Minimum Age:21+
Sign up with a team
This link allows you to participate in this opportunity with a team. A team can be a family team, corporate team, or any kind of organized group. When you click on the link you will have the option to:
- Choose an existing team you're already a member or captain of, or
- Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions
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