In this episode of Forward Motion, host Andrew Siegwart interviews Darrell Schuurman, CEO of the CGLCC (Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce), exploring his journey from Alberta's tourism industry to leading a national organization supporting queer-owned businesses. Schuurman discusses the challenges facing the LGBTQI+ community amid recent anti-diversity movements in the US and Canada, highlighting the importance of economic inclusion and supplier diversity. The conversation covers the CGLCC's innovative programs like Rainbow Registered and international trade missions, emphasizing Canada's potential as a welcoming destination for queer travelers. Schurrman shares insights on navigating political pressures, maintaining organizational values, and the significant economic potential of the queer travel market, which is estimated at $300 billion globally.

A transcript of this episode is available here.

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