We welcome all LGBTQ+ and allied businesses who share our commitment to advancing equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in business. If you wish to join GSBA but are from an underserved LGBTQ+ community (people of color, trans, gender diverse, veteran, disabled business owner, or from another underserved community), don’t let the size of your budget determine whether or not you can be a GSBA member. Please contact the membership team membership@thegsba.org for more information.
Advancing equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion through business strengthens community.
Sharpen your business skills at one of our Business Academy programs- masterclasses, workshops, and more! We offer a mix of in person and virtual course and class offerings, where business owners can enroll in free education programs designed to provide necessary skills and needs to run a business
Connect with other business and community leaders through GSBA networking events and volunteer opportunities.
Leverage your small business voice through GSBA. Stay up to date on issues through GSBA’s Civic Engagement workshops.
Invest your time, talent, or treasure, in the next generation of leaders through the GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund.
$495
Small businesses in their first year of business receive 50% off membership dues.
$595
Includes all the benefits of a Small Business Membership – AND
$375
1-50 employees
Includes all the benefits of a Small Business Membership – AND
$1,000
51+ employees
$495
Be a part of Capitol Hill’s small business chamber of commerce.
Includes all the benefits of a Small Business Membership – AND
$150
An opportunity for individuals to show support for LGBTQ+ and allied businesses and to promote equality in business
$150
To further our commitment to civic engagement, GSBA offers a special membership rate for those who work in the Public Sector as either an elected official or government employee.
$6,000
To join or renew at the Corporate Executive Level, please email us at Membership@thegsba.org
$2,750
GSBA began engaging in lobbying activities in 2017, and as such, we are reporting to all GSBA members the percentage of those lobbying activities (expenses) as they relate to total membership dues. Your dues payment as a business expense for the year 2023/2024 will be limited by the percentage of dues that went towards supporting lobbying activities, and only the remaining portion of your dues can be claimed as an expense on your federal tax return.
For 2023/24, the percentage of non-deductible dues pertaining to your tax return is 3%.
Lobbying funds are primarily related to educating elected state officials and their staff on the issues on our legislative agenda. If you have any questions about the implications of this information, we recommend you discuss with your accountant(s). If you need further information from GSBA regarding this topic, please contact us via email or by phone 206.363.9188.
"I strive to promote Issaquah as an inclusive destination for the visitor, business traveler, and meeting and event planner. GSBA provides incredibly valuable educational tools and leadership relationships to ensure my DEIA work is authentic and appropriate."
Christy Garrard (she/her) Executive Director, Visit Issaquah
Membership dues and renewals are based on the calendar year from Jan 1 through Dec 31. Memberships created after Sep 1, 2023 will include prorated membership dues for the remainder of the year plus dues for the calendar year 2024 at time of enrollment.
2023 Membership levels, benefits, and rates are reflected as of Sept 1, 2022.
Please read in full. By joining GSBA, you agree to abide by our standards of ethics and conduct.
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