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3rd Thursday Breakfast - Pride Edition!
Thursday, June 18, 2026 (8:00 AM - 9:30 AM) (CDT)
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3RD THURSDAY BREAKFAST - PRIDE EDITION
📆 Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 🕗 8:00 - 9:30 AM
📍 Cadillac Bar, 1802 Shepherd Drive
🌟 Sponsored by: Bering Memorial United Church of Christ

This is our Pride Edition 3rd Thursday Breakfast, celebrating Pride Month, and it's always a large turnout. We hope you can join us!

Every pre-registered attendee will receive a Houston Astros Pride Vest. Register now to secure your seat and vest!

FUEL YOUR MORNING. POWER YOUR NETWORK. JOIN US.
Online registration closes at noon on Wednesday, June 17.
Secure your early bird registration by June 10!
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| Kylie McNaught (she/her) Vice Chair, Harris County LGBTQIA+ Commission | Clay Melder (he/him) Chair, Mayor’s Advisory Board on LGBTQ+ Affairs |
Kylie McNaught serves as Vice Chair of the Harris County LGBTQIA+ Commission, bringing over a decade of experience in Texas politics, advocacy, and public service. Professionally, Kylie serves as Statewide Coordinated Campaign Director for the Texas Democratic Party. Prior to joining TDP, she was Director of Public Affairs at Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast. Her career spans campaign management, grassroots organizing, and volunteer mobilization. Kylie holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Houston and is a doctoral candidate in Public Health at UT Health Houston. She also serves on the board of the UH LGBTQ+ Alumni Network. Outside of work, she enjoys rock climbing and spending time with her two cats. | Clay serves as Vice President of Not‑for‑Profit Banking at Amegy, where he works closely with large-scale Houston NFPs as an advisor, and he’s established strong, mission‑centered relationships across the sector. He serves as Chair of Houston’s LGBTQ Mayoral Advisory Board, Vice Chair of the Board for United Against Human Trafficking, Board Member and “Big” with Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Houston, and member of United Way Greater Houston’s Young Leader Council. From 2020–2023, Clay chaired Amegy’s LGBTQ+ Business Resource Group, strengthening the bank’s partnership with the Greater Houston LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce. An Eagle Scout and committed community advocate, Clay was recognized as a 2025 Houston Business Journal “40 Under 40” honoree and 2023 HBJ “Outstanding Diversity Champion.” In his personal life, he and his partner of 11+ years, Alberto, foster Italian Greyhounds through IGRF Houston and enjoy exploring Houston’s diverse communities with their two pup-daughters, Addie and Demi. |
- The role and impact of the Harris County LGBTQIA+ Commission and the Mayor’s LGBTQ+ Advisory Board
- Current priorities and initiatives advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion across our region
- How these bodies help shape policies, programs, and advocacy that impact our community
- The importance of LGBTQ+ representation on City of Houston and Harris County boards and commissions
✅ Timely insights from our featured speaker
✅ Featured Member Showcase—spotlighting standout Chamber members
✅ Exciting door prizes to round out the morning
✅ An energizing way to kickstart your day with the Chamber

🙌 This is Where YOU Belong.
👋 Guests are always welcome!
ABOUT OUR SPONSOR

Bering Church supports the full participation of all persons in every phase of church life. Through education and informal discussion, we strive to better understand those who are different from ourselves to bring about a more just and accepting society.
LAMBDA NextGen Members - $25
Guests - Early Bird: $25 | Regular: $30 | On-site: $35
📇 Bring plenty of business cards (not required)!
Online registration closes at noon on Wednesday, June 17.
Secure your early bird registration by June 10.



We're proud to spotlight the following Chamber members at this month's breakfast. Be sure to stop by their tables and learn more!

👉 If you're interested in providing a door prize for a Chamber event, please complete the Door Prize Sponsor Interest Form.
By registering and/or attending a Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce program or event, you agree to Chamber's Terms of Use & Policies.
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Chamber Members - Early Bird (through June 10): $20; Regular: $25; On-site: $30
LAMBDA NextGen Members - $25
Guests - Early Bird (through June 10): $25; Regular: $30; On-site: $35
1802 Shepherd Drive
Houston, TX 77007 United States
Complimentary parking is available.
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