Welcome to WNC Queer Professionals! We’re a vibrant community of LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs, freelancers, and career professionals in Western North Carolina. We’re passionate about connecting, collaborating, and celebrating each other. Join us for monthly gatherings at queer-friendly venues, where we can network, showcase our talents, and build meaningful relationships. Let’s support each other’s businesses, buy local, and strengthen our community. Together, we can create a thriving and inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered to succeed.
Our team of badass volunteer administrators believes in the power queers acting together. We’re committed to fostering a space where you can be your authentic self, express your creativity, and find support on your professional journey. Let’s highlight the incredible skills, ideas, and stories within our LGBTQ+ community! Submit your business for a feature on our website, share your work on our social media, and let’s show the world what we’re capable of. Together, we can build a brighter future.
Friday, April 25, 2025 – 5pm to 7pm
Location: Santé Wine Bar – 470 W. Main Street, Sylva, NC 28779
Event Sponsor: Cornbread & Roses
Join us for an evening of meaningful connections and new opportunities!
Pathways & Possibilities is a space for queer professionals to expand their networks, exchange ideas, and explore future collaborations. Sponsored by Cornbread & Roses, this event fosters a supportive and inspiring environment where you can meet like-minded professionals and take the next step in your journey.
Let’s build pathways to success and uncover new possibilities—together!
Cornbread & Roses (CBR) is a 2SLGBTQIA+ led and focused nonprofit dedicated to creating an inclusive and affirming space for individuals from marginalized communities in rural Western North Carolina.
Their mission is to foster community, celebrate diversity, and provide holistic therapeutic support to empower personal growth, resilience, and healing. They exist to fill vital gaps in services and to create community in the tradition of our Appalachian heritage, with love, joy, pride, solidarity, and good food.
Our April 2025 Sponsor
Friday, April 25, 2025 – 5pm to 7pm
Location: Santé Wine Bar – 470 W. Main Street, Sylva, NC 28779
Event Sponsor: Cornbread & Roses
Join us for an evening of meaningful connections and new opportunities!
Pathways & Possibilities is a space for queer professionals to expand their networks, exchange ideas, and explore future collaborations. Sponsored by Cornbread & Roses, this event fosters a supportive and inspiring environment where you can meet like-minded professionals and take the next step in your journey.
Let’s build pathways to success and uncover new possibilities—together!
Our April 2025 Sponsor
Cornbread & Roses (CBR) is a 2SLGBTQIA+ led and focused nonprofit dedicated to creating an inclusive and affirming space for individuals from marginalized communities in rural Western North Carolina.
Their mission is to foster community, celebrate diversity, and provide holistic therapeutic support to empower personal growth, resilience, and healing. They exist to fill vital gaps in services and to create community in the tradition of our Appalachian heritage, with love, joy, pride, solidarity, and good food.
