‘Building the Table’ Panel/Mixer: Celebrating Pride Month in Chicago

Join us at our 6th in-person event ‘Building the Table’ with leaders to celebrate Pride Month Chicago! 🌆

This quarterly event series is a cultural exploration of intersectional identities, highlighting the dynamic lived experiences and contributions of LGBTQIA+ community members.

Host (and Founder/CEO of The Closet Unlocked) Darius Caffey will engage in hosting a moderated discussion with creative entrepreneurs, members of grassroots organizations, and social impact leaders – further acknowledging the importance of their existence in society.

For the upcoming event on Saturday, June 7th, 2025, we will have the following guests:

• Maria Hadden – Alderwoman of Chicago’s 49th Ward
• Kenan Cooper-Gilmore – Founder/CEO of Black Gay Table Talk
• Tanner Beck (Moderator) – Cultural Producer of Beck Entertainment and Co-Host of Black Gay Agenda Podcast

Tickets are FREE, but we recommend all guests arrive early to secure a good spot to view the stage!