Yep, I’m Gay, and I’m a CEO—It Doesn’t Stop Me From Running a Great Business
Hanson now runs luxury jewelry company John Hardy, and was formerly CEO of American Eagle Outfitters, as well as a global president of sales for Levi’s. He wrote about his sexuality in Time, saying he has been openly gay as long as he has been in business, and that the greater visibility of high-performing gay CEOs can help fight discrimination against gays and lesbians in the workplace.
America’s Highest-Paid Female CEO Used to be a Man:” Martine Rothblatt and Gender Nonconformity in the Workplace
The New York Magazine cover story – “The Trans-Everything CEO” – profiles Martine Rothblatt, the highest paid female CEO in America. It paints a fascinating picture worthy of its “futurist, pharma tycoon, satellite entrepreneur, philosopher” subject.
How Did the Rainbow Flag Become a Symbol of LGBTQ Pride?
During Pride Month, it is not uncommon to see the rainbow flag being proudly displayed as a symbol for the LGBTQ rights movement. But how did that flag become a symbol of LGBTQ pride?
The 12 Greatest Female Gay Icons of All Time
Let’s bring on the femme adoration and celebrate the idols most worth gay-genuflecting in front of through eternity.
A New First for LGBTQ Business Leaders
Straight, cis-gender leaders still dominate the C-suite. But there have been a handful of LGBTQ milestones in corporate America recently.
Coming Out Under Fire: The Story of Gay and Lesbian Service Members
Gay and Lesbian soldiers faced extraordinary discrimination during World War II. Most found new communities of people and thrived despite the oppression.
Why Pronouns Are Important
A common misconception or trend these days is to say PGPs for Preferred Gender Pronouns. However, for many people, their pronouns are not preferred, they are mandatory.
Are Gay People Better Entrepreneurs?
It's rare to find an openly gay CEO of a large company. But there seem to be social and logistical reasons openly gay people excel at building their own businesses.
Fired for being transgender: The fight for LGBTQ workers' rights
It took Aimee Stephens several months to write a letter to her boss explaining that she was a transgender woman and planned to start coming to work as her true self.
Hundreds of LGBTQ Service Members Attend the American Military Partner Association Gala
More than 400 LGBTQ service members, military spouses, veterans, and allies attended the Fourth Annual American Military Partner Association (AMPA) Gala -- a record turnout for the Washington, D.C., event.
LGBT America: By the Numbers
Accurate estimates of LGBT Americans have proven elusive for many researchers over the years.
Issue at a Glance: LGBTQ Employment Discrimination
Discrimination in the workplace and in hiring practices against LGBTQ people continues to be commonplace in the United States today.
Nearly 50% of LGBTQ Americans Are in the Closet at Work
Many LGBTQ workers say bullying makes them afraid to come out.
The Benefits of Diversity and LGBT Employees in the Workplace
According to surveys, more than 40% of lesbian, gay, and bisexual people and almost 90% of transgender people have experienced employment discrimination, harassment or mistreatment.
Discrimination Prevents LGBTQ People From Accessing Health Care
Discrimination in health care settings endangers LGBTQ people’s lives through delays or denials of medically necessary care.
How to Make Your Workplace More LGBT Friendly (& Why You Should)
Despite the progress made towards LGBT rights in many countries in recent years, most countries and U.S. states still don't provide legal protection for LGBT employees.
Benefits of Workplace Diversity: The Value of LGBTQ Employees
Despite the inroads made towards LGBTQ equality, many companies are still playing catch up when it comes to hiring, supporting and understanding the value of LGBTQ employees.
Why Gay Men Make the Best Bosses
America’s most desirable managers all have one thing in common: homosexuality.
Tim Cook: Being Gay Is God’s Greatest Gift to Me
In 2014, Tim Cook became the first CEO of a major company to come out as gay. He says he's happy about that distinction — and his decision.