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Unleashed LGBTQ Unveils Full Lineup of LGBTQ+ Stars for September 2023 Show

From Antoni Porowski, Dyllón Burnside, Indya Moore, Billy Eichner, Zach Herrin, and other LGBTQ+ Icons, Unleashed LGBTQ 2023 Features a Stacked Lineup of Talent for First-Ever Live and In-Person Festival Dedicated to the LGBTQ+ Community

DALLAS — SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 — Unleashed LGBTQ, a first-of-its-kind conference and entertainment festival creating a space for brands, artists, and LGBTQ+ professionals to connect, is excited to announce the official lineup for the first-ever Unleashed LGBTQ in-person and live event, taking place at Gilley’s in Dallas, Texas, from September 22 - 24, 2023. Some of the most prominent names in the LGBTQ+ community will be partaking in special panels, keynotes, workshops, screenings, performances, and engaging showcases throughout the weekend.

Headliners for the show include:

Antoni Porowski | Emmy-Award Winning Show Queer Eye (Netflix), Host and Executive Producer of Easy-Bake Battle (Netflix), NYT Bestselling Author of Antoni in the Kitchen & Antoni: Let's do Dinner
Dyllón Burnside | Emmy Award-Winning Show Pose, Emmy-Award winning PBS docuseries PRIDELAND, Golden Globe nominated limited series MONSTER. GLAAD & HRC award recipient
Indya Moore | Emmy Award-Winning Show POSE, Saint Laurent Cosmetics, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
Billy Eichner | Co-writer and Star of Bros (Universal Pictures), Billy on the Street, The Lion King (Disney), American Horror Story (FX), Difficult People (Hulu)
Brian Sims | Former Penn State Rep., LGBTQ+ Advocate & Speaker, Managing Director of Government Affairs & Policy at Out Leadership, Board Member at Campus Pride & GLSEN
Stacey Stevenson | CEO of Family Equality, Co-Founder of The Changists (Law Firm Consulting), LGBTQ+ Activist, Speaker, Mother of Two
Zach Herrin | Professional Stock Car Racing Driver for NASCAR, Member of the Founding Class of the North American Expansion of Racing Pride
Jayzen Patria | Host of the Lead With Your Brand! Podcast, Personal Branding expert and Diversity & Inclusion Thought Leader
Naomi Green | Transgender Rights Advocate, Vice-Chair of the Allocations Committee of the Ryan White Planning Council of the Dallas Area, Business and Development Consultant for Crush Limits, Adjunct Professor of Marketing for Lone Star College
Daniel Franzese | Mean Girls (Paramount Pictures), Ru Paul's Drag Race (MTV), Looking (HBO)
Ashley Brundage | President & CEO of Empowering Differences, Author of Empowering Differences, Transgender Advocate, Former DEI Vice President at PNC Bank, Mother
Matt Skallerud | Founder & President of Pink Media, Host of #iLoveGayToday, former President of IGLTA, Award-Winning Online Marketer connecting businesses to the LGBTQ+ consumers
LaMecia Butler | Program Manager of Supplier Diversity at Meta
Dr. Carlton Thomas, Gastro-Intestinal Medical Doctor, Social Media Sensation, Contributor to Men's Health Magazine, LGBTQ+ Consultant to the White House & the CDC
Brad Pritchett, Award-Winning Marketing Executive, Chief Experience Officer at DMA (Dallas Museum of Art), Host of The Good, The Brad, & The Ugly podcast
& many more.

“We are so proud of the diverse array of talent we’ve brought on to partake in this monumental event that will celebrate the LGBTQ+ community like never before,” said Wesley Smoot, Founder of Unleashed LGBTQ. “It takes a unique group of talented, accomplished, and empowering voices to come together and bring the Unleashed LGBTQ vision to life. From A-list actors, athletes, celebrities, entrepreneurs, industry experts, thought leaders and more, it’s amazing to see how many different brilliant minds will be under the same roof at Gilley’s to celebrate how far our community has come.”

The three-day interactive event aims to bring the LGBTQ+ community together through thought-provoking conversations, endless entertainment, and educational workshops to celebrate the brilliance, innovation, and ground-breaking efforts taking place in the LGBTQ+ world.

Additionally, partnering with the iconic Alamo Drafthouse to host screenings of new LGBTQ+ content from streaming services, movie studios, and television networks.

Unleashed LGBTQ, LLC is proud to have received support, endorsements, and/or grants from the following organizations: DTPID (Dallas Tourism Public Improvement District), Visit Dallas, North Texas LGBT Chamber of Commerce, NLGCC (National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce), & IGLTA (International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association).

Other partners include Gilead Sciences, iHeart Media, equalpride, The Advocate, Pink Media, iHeartMedia, Virgin Hotels, Out Magazine, Dallas Voice, OUT North Texas and Virgin Hotels.

About UNLEASHED LGBTQ, LLC

Unleashed LGBTQ, a space for brands, entertainers, and LGBTQ+ professionals to connect, will host its inaugural, live event September 22nd - 24th, 2023, in Dallas, Texas. Attendees can learn about the latest products, services, and campaigns debuting in the LGBTQ+ market in a fun and interactive environment. Unleashed LGBTQ provides premier networking opportunities for professionals in a variety of industries. Unleashed LGBTQ will host speakers, panels, and performances from some of the biggest names in LGBTQ+ culture, including film, television, music, and business. Stay tuned for additional Talent announcements.

Tickets are currently on sale on the event website here: https://www.unleashedlgbtq.com For more information on partnerships and company group rates visit: www.unleashedlgbtq.com

CONTACT:

Nicole Rodrigues

NRPR Group for Unleashed LGBTQ

Nicole@nrprgroup.com

424-421-9610

To request press credentials email:

press@unleashedlgbtq.com

Billy Eichner and Dyllón Burnside Join Unleashed LGBTQ Live Event - September 2023

Joining a Powerful Lineup of Talent, including Antoni Porowski, Indya Moore, and other Industry Leaders making Noise in the LGBTQ+ Market

DALLAS — APRIL 25, 2023 — Unleashed LGBTQ, a first-of-its-kind conference and entertainment festival creating a space for brands, artists, and LGBTQ+ professionals to connect, is thrilled to announce new talent joining its lineup, including Billy Eichner and Dyllón Burnside, for its first live and in-person Unleashed LGBTQ 2023 conference, taking place at Gilley’s in Dallas, Texas, from September 22 - 24, 2023. Unleashed event organizers also welcome iHeartMedia back as media partners to activate the programming as the official audio partners for the festival’s first ever in-person event.

"Our first live, in-person, event is going to create a synergy between talent, the business community and the entertainment industry in a way no LGBTQ+ event has ever done before,” said Founder, Wesley Smoot. “Companies sending representatives to our event will be able to take advantage of all opportunities available, whether it’s for educational purposes, networking or entertainment, LGBTQ+ professionals or others focused on allyship, will reap the benefits of our educational and entertainment-based lineup. We have dedicated an entire area to workshops for attendees to learn new skills from today's thought leaders and we’re confident companies sending entire departments to Unleashed LGBTQ 2023 will have a more informed, supercharged team that will be lightyears ahead of other brands.”

Each day at Unleashed LGBTQ will begin with educational topics — from workshops and panels discussing business (advertising, marketing, DEI), society (non-profit, advocacy), and personal (financial planning, continuing education) development – and will feature high-tech brand activations and experiential marketing installments throughout the venue, before transitioning to entertainment that will include screenings, drag shows, stand-up comedy, and musical performances. Attendees will be enriched by professional development and networking opportunities through the Unleashed LGBTQ event app (developed by WebEx/Cisco) and at specialized mixers and unique branded activations through the award-winning Freeman event services.

The growing lineup of talent will include:

● Billy Eichner Co-writer and Star of Bros (Universal Pictures), Billy on the Street, The Lion King (Disney), American Horror Story (FX), Difficult People (Hulu)

● Antoni Porowski Emmy-Award Winning Show Queer Eye (Netflix), Host of Easy Bake Battle (Netflix), Author of Antoni in the Kitchen & Antoni: Let's do Dinner

● Indya Moore Emmy Award-Winning Show POSE, Yves Saint Laurent Cosmetics, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

● Shangela Emmy Award-Winning Shows We're Here (HBO), RuPaul's Drag Race, & RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars (MTV)

● Dyllon Burnside Emmy Award-Winning Show Pose,Emmy Award-Winning Show POSE, Emmy-Award winning PBS docuseries PRIDELAND, Golden Globe nominated limited series MONSTER. GLAAD & HRC award recipient

● Daniel Franzese, Mean Girls (Paramount Pictures), Ru Paul's Drag Race (MTV), Looking (HBO)

● Kelly Ann Winget, Founder & CEO of Alternative Wealth Partners, Over $1B in private equity raised, Host of The Wealth Alpha podcast, and Author of Pitch the Bitch (April 2023)

● Brian Sims, Former Penn State Rep., LGBTQ+ Advocate & Speaker, Managing Director of Government Affairs & Policy at Out Leadership, Board Member at Campus Pride & GLSEN

● Naomi Green, MBA Speaker, Marketer, Professor, and Transgender Advocate

● Ashley Brundage, President & CEO of Empowering Differences, Author of Empowering Differences, Transgender Advocate, Former DEI Vice President at PNC Bank, Mother

● Dr. Carlton Thomas, Gastro-Intestinal Medical Doctor, Social Media Sensation, Contributor to Men's Health Magazine, LGBTQ+ Consultant to the White House & the CDC

● Matt Skallerud, Founder & President of Pink Media, Host of #iLoveGayToday, former President of IGLTA, Award-Winning Online Marketer connecting businesses to the LGBTQ+ consumers

● Vicky & Charisse Pasche, Co-Founders of Dapper Boi – body-inclusive and gender-neutral apparel – Marketing, Sales, and Entrepreneurial Experts, Wives and Mothers of Twins

● Stacey Stevenson, CEO of Family Equality, Co-Founder of The Changists (Law Firm Consulting), LGBTQ+ Activist, Speaker, Mother of Two

● Gary Sanchez Sr., Director of Community Impact at Visit Dallas, Former Chairman at North Texas LGBT Chamber of Commerce, Chairman at Chamber Foundation

● Brad Pritchett, Award-Winning Marketing Executive, Chief Experience Officer at DMA (Dallas Museum of Art), Host of The Good, The Brad, & The Ugly podcast

Unleashed LGBTQ is also partnering with the iconic Alamo Drafthouse to host screenings of new LGBTQ+ content from streaming services, movie studios, and television networks. Independent filmmakers can submit works for Unleashed LGBTQ 2023 Film Festival at:

https://www.filmfreeway.com/unleashedlgbtq

Other partners include Gilead Sciences, iHeart Media, equalpride, and Kelly Ann Winget.

About UNLEASHED LGBTQ, LLC

Tickets are currently on sale on the event website here: https://www.unleashedlgbtq.com For more information on partnerships and company group rates visit: www.unleashedlgbtq.com

CONTACT:

Nicole Rodrigues

NRPR Group for Unleashed LGBTQ

Nicole@nrprgroup.com

424-421-9610

To request press credentials email:

press@unleashedlgbtq.com

UNLEASHED LGBTQ’S INAUGURAL EVENT SEES HUGE SUCCESS AND MASSIVE OUTPOURING OF SUPPORT FROM LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY, WITH ATTENDEES FROM COUNTRIES AROUND THE WORLD

Highlights Included Amazing Headliners Such as Carmen Carrera, NFL Star Michael Sam, Comedian Matteo Lane and Pennsylvania State Representative Brian Sims Being Led in Discussions by Top-Tier Media Moderators at Unleashed LGBTQ’s Virtual Event

DALLAS, TX — MARCH 29, 2021 — Unleashed LGBTQ (UnleashedLGBTQ.com), the interactive,

virtual event tailored to the powerful and connected LGBTQ+ professional community, just concluded its successful inaugural event on Saturday night with a huge turnout of support from event attendees. After watching the final round of speakers and panels on Saturday, which included headliner superstar Carmen Carrera, attendees joined in for one more mix-and-mingle Unleashed LGBTQ Happy Hour virtual cocktail party to close the event.

Headliners throughout the event included Carrera, comedian Matteo Lane, football star Michael Sam, Pennsylvania State Rep. Brian Sims, UK-based travel gurus The Globetrotter Guys and many, many more. Each day of the event featured a full schedule of speakers and panels, highlighted by guest moderators from top media outlets, such as Daniel Reynolds of The Advocate, Brian Schultz of Forbes.com and Eileen Shapiro of Get Out Magazine to name a few. As the event was 100% virtual, attendees were able to participate from around the globe, with attendees from the U.S, Canada, Australia, the U.K., India and more showing up to support the professional and powerful LGBTQ+ community.

“We were amazed at the caliber of performers and partnerships we were able to drum up for the first-ever Unleashed LGBTQ,” said Unleashed LGBTQ creator, Wesley Smoot. “We accomplished so much thanks to the support we received from media outlets such as Metro Source and The Advocate, partnerships with Gilead Sciences and iHeart Radio among others and panels featuring businesses like Grindr and Addicted. We never expected such an outpouring of support in our first year. We’re very honored that our speakers and partners saw the value in being involved with Unleashed LGBTQ, and we know we have a great foundation of partnerships to build on for the future. We’re aspiring to be the LGBTQ+ community’s ‘SXSW’ going forward, and with Unleashed LGBTQ 2022 to be an in-person event, our strong network of media and business partners will give us the confidence we need to put on a spectacular show.”

Each day of Unleashed LGBTQ started with a focus on business, marketing, entrepreneurship and non- profit opportunities. Some interview highlights included Pennsylvania State Rep. Brian Sims sharing his plans to run for Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania; TomBoyX founder Fran Dunaway telling that their gender neutral-style underwear is produced exclusively in women-owned U.S. factories; and Commando co-founder Steve Levin discussing the need for outside-the-box thinking in terms of LGBTQ+ marketing campaigns.

Every evening transitioned to a fun networking atmosphere with an Unleashed LGBTQ Virtual Happy Hour, musical showcases, funny interviews and even a voguing dance tutorial led by HBO “Legendary” star Gravity Balmain. One special night even featured comedian Matteo Lane singing in a cabaret-style musical showcase called “One Night at the Bon Soir”. Overall, the highly successful, activity-packed weekend was filled with thoughtful conversation, professional development advice and great networking opportunities for all who attended.

ABOUT UNLEASHED LGBTQ:

Unleashed LGBTQ (UnleashedLGBTQ.com), an interactive virtual event tailored to the powerful and connected LGBTQ community of industry professionals and hopefuls, debuts March 25 - 27, 2021, in what promises to be an annual gathering presenting the best in entertainment and product showcase for those game changers who identify as LGBTQ+. The three-day event, open to adults 18 years and older, provides a platform for brands, entertainers, and LGBTQ+ professionals to connect, collaborate and learn more about the latest products, services, and campaigns in tech, fashion, travel, media, entertainment and more - from some of the largest names in LGBTQ+ business and entertainment.

PRESS CONTACT:

Nicole Rodrigues
NRPR Group Nicole@NRPRGroup.com

IHEARTRADIO BECOMES OFFICIAL AUDIO PARTNER OF FIRST-EVER ‘UNLEASHED LGBTQ’ VIRTUAL EVENT - MARCH 25 - 27, 2021

IHeartRadio’s PRIDE Radio on the iHeartRadio App Will Broadcast Interviews of Unleashed LGBTQ Musicians, Actors, Entrepreneurs, and More

DALLAS, TX, MARCH 11, 2021 – Unleashed LGBTQ (UnleashedLGBTQ.com), an interactive virtual event tailored to the powerful and connected LGBTQ+ professional community, is partnering with digital audio leader, iHeartRadio, and its LGBTQ+ station, PRIDE Radio, to scale the exposure, outreach and impact of its inaugural event, which will take place March 25 - 27, 2021. iHeartRadio’s PRIDE Radio, available exclusively through the iHeartRadio app, will present a series of live interviews with Unleashed LGBTQ headliners ahead of and throughout the event, with confirmed celebrity guests to include comedian Matteo Lane, Pennsylvania State Representative Brian Sims and sports icon Michael Sam. The iHeartRadio interviews will also feature Unleashed LGBTQ speakers, panelists and entertainers sharing how and why they remain committed to strengthening the LGBTQ+ community through their careers, talents and networks.

iHeartRadio’s PRIDE Radio have begun proactively promoting the Unleashed LGBTQ event during daily broadcasts and will continue to run promotions throughout the event. Promotions include live mentions from on-air talent, fresh radio advertisements, social media promotion and push messages, encouraging listeners to hop over to the Unleashed LGBTQ virtual event to catch performances, presentations and tutorials from some of the biggest names in LGBTQ+ business, entertainment, marketing, travel and more.

“With Unleashed LGBTQ experiencing a huge and rapid spike in interest, we know that building a long-term media partnership with iHeartRadio’s PRIDE Radio, will be key to transforming that interest into tremendous success,” said Unleashed LGBTQ creator, Wesley Smoot. “Unleashed LGBTQ will be the ‘South By’ event for the LGBTQ+ community, with a very exclusive, professional atmosphere headlined by companies like iHeartRadio that provide best-in-class content and entertainment for our audiences to enjoy. By partnering with iHeartRadio’s PRIDE Radio, we’re offering the Unleashed LGBTQ experience to anybody and everybody who wants to attend, thereby creating a community and offering an immersive, entertaining escape to the cooped-up confines of what has been a difficult year for all of us.”

Unleashed LGBTQ will also feature iHeartRadio talent and business professionals moderating panels and leading talks about marketing, broadcasting, entertainment and more. Unleashed LGBTQ gives business presenters the opportunity to talk about how their companies impact and empower the LGBTQ+ community. As PRIDE Radio is one of iHeartRadio’s most popular digital stations, the company will have plenty to say about their love for their loyal LGBTQ+ audience.

“This partnership between PRIDE Radio and Unleashed LGBTQ is a natural fit,” said Don Parker, General Manager of PRIDE Radio. “PRIDE Radio is one of the most listened to digital stations on our iHeartRadio app, along with national broadcast reach through a network of HD2 stations in 28 large & major markets, and we are excited to help amplify Unleashed LGBTQ’s virtual event and help increase participation through our extensive reach nationwide.”

Some of the highlight interviews to be featured on PRIDE Radio include:

● Michael Sam, 3/10/21, 4:35pm ET

● Matteo Lane, 3/17/21, 4:35pm ET

● Brian Sims, 3/24/21, 4:35pm ET

ABOUT UNLEASHED LGBTQ:

Unleashed LGBTQ (UnleashedLGBTQ.com), an interactive virtual event tailored to the powerful and connected LGBTQcommunity of industry professionals and hopefuls, debuts March 25 - 27, 2021, in what promises to be an annual gathering presenting the best in entertainment and product showcase for those game changers who identify as LGBTQ+. The three-day event, open to adults 18 years and older, provides a platform for brands, entertainers, and LGBTQ+ professionals to connect, collaborate and learn more about the latest products, services, and campaigns in tech, fashion, travel, media, entertainment and more - from some of the largest names in LGBTQ+ business and entertainment.

ABOUT iHeartMedia:

iHeartMedia (NASDAQ: IHRT) is the number one audio company in the United States, reaching nine out of 10 Americans every month. It consists of three business groups.

With its quarter of a billion monthly listeners, the iHeartMedia Multiplatform Group has a greater reach than any other media company in the U.S. Its leadership position in audio extends across multiple platforms, including more than 860 live broadcast stations in over 160 markets nationwide; its National Sales organization; and the company’s live and virtual events business. It also includes Premiere Networks, the industry’s largest Networks business, with its Total Traffic and Weather Network (TTWN); and BIN: Black Information Network, the first and only 24/7 national and local all news audio service for the Black community. iHeartMedia also leads the audio industry in analytics, targeting and attribution for its marketing partners with its SmartAudio suite of data targeting and attribution products using data from its massive consumer base.

The iHeartMedia Digital Audio Group includes the company’s fast-growing podcasting business -- iHeartMedia is the number one podcast publisher in downloads, unique listeners, revenue and earnings -- as well as its industry-leading iHeartRadio digital service, available across more than 250 platforms and 2,000 devices; the company’s digital sites, newsletters, digital services and programs; its digital advertising technology companies; and its audio industry-leading social media footprint.

The company’s Audio & Media Services reportable segment includes Katz Media Group, the nation’s largest media representation company, and RCS, the world's leading provider of broadcast and webcast software.

Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.

PRESS CONTACT:

Nicole Rodrigues

NRPR Group

Nicole@NRPRGroup.com

03/01/2021 - NRPR GrOUP (Los Angeles)
FIRST-EVER ‘UNLEASHED LGBTQ’ VIRTUAL EVENT BRINGS TOGETHER A WORLDWIDE LGBTQ AUDIENCE IN A FUN AND INTERACTIVE ENVIRONMENT THAT’S BOTH EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINING - MARCH 25-27, 2021

The Initial Slate for the Three-Day Virtual Event Includes the Hottest LGBTQ Brands and Entertainers -- Highlighting All Things Commercially and Culturally Relevant to the LGBTQ Community & Consumer

WHAT: Unleashed LGBTQ (UnleashedLGBTQ.com), an interactive virtual event tailored to the powerful and connected LGBTQ community of industry professionals and hopefuls, debuts March 25-27, 2021, in what promises to be an annual gathering presenting the best in entertainment and consumer tech for those game-changers who identify as LGBTQ. The three-day event, open to adults 18 years and older, provides a platform for brands, entertainers, and LGBTQ professionals to connect and learn about the latest products, services, and campaigns in apps, fashion, travel, media, entertainment, and more from some of the largest names in the LGBTQ business and entertainment.

The event will be edgy, fun, and filled with surprises. Unleashed LGBTQ will feature keynote speakers, tutorials, discussion panels, virtual fashion shows, and performances from some of the biggest names in LGBTQ film, television, and music. The run of the show will begin with virtual events pertaining to business, marketing, and non-profits. Leading into the evening hours, the trajectory of content will shift with the Unleashed LGBTQ Happy Hour, where attendees can learn to make craft cocktails with their favorite LGBTQ celebrities and dish over a topic of the host’s choice. Following LGBTQ Happy Hour each day, expect the vibe to shift from educational informational topics to more entertaining content including interviews, musical performances, tutorials, virtual fashion shows and more.

And because this inaugural event will be virtual, with no geographic limitations, guests and experts from around the globe will be featured. Additionally, Unleashed LGBTQ will give attendees the ability to remain safe and healthy by tuning in from their homes, as attendance will not be limited to building capacity. This is a great opportunity for any and all who want to attend!

WHY: “Our goal is to create an LGBTQ event on par with ‘South By’ with more of a focus on new and emerging brands,” explained Unleashed LGBTQ creator, Wesley Smoot. “We’ve curated a diverse and engaging slate of brands and presenters aimed exclusively at the LGBTQ market.” In addition to headliner LGBTQ talent and businesses, the event will put an emphasis on elevating emerging and innovative LGBTQ personalities and companies. The event will be a must-attend for those in the entertainment industry, those wanting to see the latest products, services, and campaigns, and those interested in entering the LGBTQ market with apps, fashions, non-profits, travel, and more. Unleashed LGBTQ is ushering in a new era of LGBTQ marketing by creating a space for brands, entertainers and LGBTQ professionals to connect. This is also a perfect opportunity for attending journalists, bloggers,

and influencers to write about the latest LGBTQ products, trends, and innovations. Finally, unique to this 2021 event, while the opportunity to attend will be limited primarily to industry professionals in the future, Unleashed LGBTQ is making this year’s event open to the general public to give those in quarantine the chance to learn more about these incredible brands and entertainers.

Speakers & Entertainers Confirmed Include:

● Comedian, Matteo Lane

● Pennsylvania State Representative, Brian Sims

● Actress/Model and Entrepreneur, Carmen Carrera

● LGBTQ Sports Icon, Michael Sam (Dallas Cowboys)

● Gravity Balmain, (HBO’s “Legendary”)

● Casting Director Mike Page, CSA

● Stacey Chosed, (CEO, League at AT&T)

● Andy Kraut, (Grindr)

● Martin Stark, (CEO, World Gay Boxing)

The event will also feature presentations by some of the edgiest and diverse LGBTQ businesses from an array of industries, including apps, fashion, travel and more.

Partners include:

ADDICTED, AT&T, AussieBum, Gilead, Greenbar Distillery, Grindr, He Said Magazine, Legacy Counseling Center, Pink Media, PRIDE Radio, RIDE BodyWorx, Romperjack, The Trevor Project, and World Gay Boxing Championships.

A complete and updated list of guest speakers and participating brands can be found at unleashedLGBTQ.com/lineup.

HOW TO ATTEND: Tickets to Unleashed LGBTQ are available for free on the event website, but prior registration is a must since the event is for adults 18 and over. After registering, participants will be given unique codes for entering each of the virtual events to manage attendance.

Schedule Highlights:

• Show schedule with list of events and times to be posted March 2021

WHEN: March 25-27, 2021

WHERE: The entire 3-day event will take place through the event website, UnleashedLGBTQ.com, and

will broadcast through the live-video sharing platform, WebinarJam- no app download necessary!

WHO:

PRESS CONTACT:

Nicole Rodrigues

NRPR Group Nicole@NRPRGroup.com

ALERT BULLETIN: uNLEASHED LGBTQ SIGNS WITH nrpr Group

02/14/2021 — Unleashed lgbtq, LLC is proud to announce ITS new partnership with nRpr Group for Unleashed LGBTQ Virtual 2021. This award-winning, Beverly Hills-based public relations firm has spearheaded large events and has a history of excellence in ITS field.

“We feel confident in this decision, they (NRPR Group) are a PR firm with a proven track record, off the bat we were impressed by their highly-strategic approach and willingness to learn all about our virtual event and our goals.”

-Wesley Smoot- Marketing Director, Unleashed LGBTQ, LLC.

ALERT BULLETIN: Unleashed LGBTQ

09/08/2020 — The gay community has been through a lot of hardship over the decades, but has always managed to fight back and be heard. And that is true of Unleashed LGBTQ.

Unleashed LGBTQ was one of the many casualties of the pandemic shutdown, being forced to cancel its planned Spring 2020 event in Dallas following the deadly spread of the coronavirus. But over the summer, founder Wesley Smoot and his team have diligently worked toward connecting brands, entertainers and LGBTQ professionals in a productive and creative space back stronger than ever in 2021.

Although the exact dates and venue are still to be determined, Unleashed LGBTQ believes it is important to bring focus on the mission and goals of the event, and for you to keep it on your radar for future coverage.

WHAT IS IT?

“Our goal is to create a gay SXSW,” creator Wesley Smoot says — to create an event that will bring LGBTQ industry colleagues from around the globe, to Dallas, to see the latest in products, services, campaigns, and entertainment entering the LGBTQ market.

Unleashed LGBTQ will host keynote speakers, moderated discussion panels, and musical performances from some of the biggest names in LGBTQ film, television, and music.

WHO IS PARTICIPATING?

Curating a diverse but engaging slate of brands and presenters is foremost in the mission of Unleashed LGBTQ. Special attention has been paid to those businesses that seek out the support and engagement of the gay community, and likewise, that the gay community has been loyal and vocal in supporting with their dollars. There will be emphasis on emerging and innovative companies and brands who are interested in growing their market and reach to queer dollars and of course businesses that make products or services specifically for LGBTQ consumers.

Industries represented at Unleashed LGBTQ will include:

Beauty/Grooming
Entertainers
Fashion
Food/Beverage
Gaming
Media
Pharmaceuticals
Supplements
Tech/Applications
Travel/Destination

Unleashed LGBTQ is already partnering with companies in these industries as exhibitors and sponsors to create an immersive and interactive brand marketing event, from Fortune 500 companies to unique startups. All brands participating will have been selected or approved by the Unleashed LGBTQ committee.

Additional space will be created for press, marketers, ad creatives, music/film producers, entrepreneurs, retail buyers, bloggers, and influencers to network.

We encourage you to keep in touch with us as we forge our plans and announce developments, celebrities, dates and more. You are encouraged to register for early information, and to pre-register for press credentials.

Arnold Wayne Jones

Unleashed LGBTQ

Director of Publicity and Media Relations

Learn more

unleashed LGBTQ IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE CONGRESSMAN BRIAN SIMS AS PART OF UNLEASHED LGBTQ VIRTUAL EVENT MARCH 26, 6PM EASTERN TIME. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS GROUNDBREAKING 3-DAY EVENT INCLUDING SPEAKERS, BRANDS, AND REGISTRATION VISIT: WWW.UNLEASHEDLGBTQ.COM

INTERNATIONAL LEADER IN SPORTS INCLUSIVE WILL DELIVER KEYNOTE AT UNLEASHED LGBTQ

January 13, 2021 — Unleashed LGBTQ, an interactive virtual event tailored to the enormous LGBTQ community, announces that Martin Stark is confirmed to deliver a keynote address, and lead a discussion, on the topic of gays in sports.

Stark is the founder of the World Gay Boxing Championships, an inclusive, “straight-friendly” event that encourages and celebrates involving the LGBTQ community in the realm of boxing — a sport that has not been widely known (to date) for its openness to gender diversity.

“I had spoken to Martin for about three minutes before I realized he had to be part of Unleashed,” says Wesley Smoot, founder and marketing director or Unleashed LGBTQ. “His story, his passion and the uniqueness of his mission dovetails beautifully with everything our event stands for.”

Stark has already achieved global recognition in his efforts, having been profiled by Reuters, the BBC and other outlets. Stark will speak on March >>>> at >>> p.m. In addition to his keynote, he will interview >>>>>, a transathlete >>>>.

CONTACTS FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Wesley Smoot

wes@unleashedlgbtq.com

Arnold Jones

press@unleashedlgbtq.com