National certifying body for LGBTQ-owned businesses grants certification to San Antonio-based, Localism, Inc.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

San Antonio, TX – Localism, Inc., a premiere consulting firm advocating for social and economic issues at the government, nonprofit, and private sectors, has received its first national minority business certification from The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). 

“As the exclusive private sector certifying organization for LGBTQ-owned businesses, we are proud to recognize Localism, Inc. as an LGBT Business Enterprise,” said NGLCC Co-Founder and President Justin Nelson. “We applaud Localism, Inc.’s efforts to address historical and systemic issues that impact socially and culturally diverse communities through their work and impact.”

Localism, Inc.’s founder, C. LeRoy Cavazos Reyna is an avid small business advocate and firm believer that business certifications are a crucial step in the journey to business development and growth. Now a certified LGBT Business Enterprise, Localism, Inc. is being assessed by National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) and DisabilityIN to receive two additional business certifications for being a Hispanic and disability-owned business. 

“I am proud to be involved as an advocate in the LGBTQ+ community, this certification will allow Localism to grow and be recognized as a thought leader in the LGBTQ+ business community,” said Cavazos-Reyna. “Having multiple entities certify your business allows entrepreneurs to access procurement opportunities in government and corporate America, two sectors that are still spending more with non-minority firms.” 

Launched this past August, Localism, Inc. supports a variety of local, national, and international clients to reach their government affairs, procurement, diversity, equity and inclusion goals. The firm is an active member of multiple networks that welcome, empower, and provide opportunities for diverse businesses at multiple levels. Furthermore, Localism aims to help other businesses acquire their respective certifications, this is one of Localism’s core services. 

Localism will continue to advocate for business certification entry points to facilitate the ability of entrepreneurs to become certified and leverage those certifications to impact economic growth in America and abroad.

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About Localism, Inc.

The vision of Localism, Inc. is to ensure that we have an impact that will economically sustain our clients, the communities where they operate, and the people they employ and serve for future generations. Our core services include Government Affairs, International/Diplomatic Relations, and the expansion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in both the public and private sectors. Localism prides itself on operating on core values to serve our client’s integrity, trust, professional ethic, faithful execution, and business connectivity in multiple ecosystems. We firmly believe that at the end of the day everything is LOCAL. For more information, visit www.localisminc.com and follow Localism, Inc. on Facebook and LinkedIn

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