President and founder of Personal Effectiveness Plus (gainingtime.com), Craig is a trained time management consultant who has helped hundreds of people begin a path to a fuller, richer life. His company, Personal Effectiveness Plus, has clients in both the corporate and not-for-profit sectors. Craig is a past vice president of the local chapter of the American Society for Training and Development and holds a degree in education. Craig is a professional organist and ice skating instructor, and lives in Milwaukee with his partner, Mark.

Sara is an Assurance Manager at Ernst & Young, a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, advisory services, and strategic growth markets. Sara has a Master of Science - Accounting from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Beloit College.

Quinton owns and operates Bronze Optical, known for its excellent eyewear, superior service, and competitive pricing. Certified by the American Board of Opticianry, Bronze Optical has worked as opticians for a total of more than 40 years. Bronze Optical is gay-owned/operated, gay-friendly and Sponsors of Milwaukee LGBT Film/Video Festival.

Kyle is a Financial Services Representative, a Financial Advisor and a Registered Representative at MetLife, and with more than ten years of experience in the financial services industry, is dedicated to assisting those with the fulfillment of their dreams. In addition to continual industry training, Kyle has completed the curriculum and passed the exams for Life and Health Insurance license in Wisconsin.

Circore Creative pairs left-brained logic and right-brained creativity for brilliant solutions with bottom-line results.

Susan works on an experienced advisor team, The Paladin Group, at UBS Financial Services that offers portfolio management to address specific investment needs and social values. Susan offers financial planning, with expertise on plans specifically tailored for domestic partners. She is current co-chair for QShare LGBT Business Network, Cream City Foundation's professional and business network. Susan has a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin - Madison.

Rebekah is a student of hospital and health care at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee.

Jonathon is a graduate of Marquette University Law School where he was a member of the Out and Allies Legal Society. He has a masters degree in Aerospace Engineering: Astronautics from the University of Southern California and an undergraduate degree in computer science from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. As an attorney, Jonathon helps clients prepare for the future with wills and estate planning and also practices family law, including divorce. Jonathon is active in the gay community in Milwaukee, and volunteers at the Aids Resource Center of Wisconsin and Pridefest. He is a member of the board of directors for Equality Wisconsin.

For over 13 years MMK Design has provided affordable graphic design to local nonprofit organizations, small start up companies, and larger institutions such as Froedtert Hospital. MMK Design has also created over 80 logos as well as provided DTP software instruction to all age groups. In 2009, Maureen was awarded the A. David Schwartz Business Humanitarian Award, in 2009, from the Community Shares of Greater Milwaukee.

President of Gravity Marketing LLC, Mike has 17 years of marketing, advertising and sales experience across a wide variety of industries. Gravity Marketing, an independent marketing firm, provides sales-oriented marketing services to mid-sized businesses in SE Wisconsin. Visit Gravity Website: www.gravitym.com

Marcus is active in groups focused on LGBT rights, paganism and religious equality, and the environment. He is currently serving as Chair of the Milwaukee Pagan Unity Council, and is a member of Brotherhood of the Phoenix, a neo-pagan order for men who love men. His background is in hospitality and event audio-visual.

A Woman's Touch Tasteful shopping, sex education & health information...that's what you'll find at A woman's Touch. Run by Tina Miller and Sheryn Bruehl, a physician and a sex educator & counselor, A Woman's Touch offers a unique perspective you won't find anywhere else. Todd O'Leary - VISIT Milwaukee

Emily Phillips is an new account executive for New Resources Consulting. She has an extenvive background in IT and stratetig business planning. Emily earned her undergraduate from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee.

A native of Little Rock, Arkansas, Mr. Plowman is a graduate of Miami University and the Washington University School of Law. During law school, he served as the managing editor of the Washington University Law Review, vice president of the Labor & Employment Law Association and a graduate teaching assistant in the Department of Political Science. He was also recognized as an honor scholar, based on yearly grade point average and was named to the Dean's list.

Scott is the Executive Director of IT Audit and Advisory Services in Wisconsin for Ernst & Young. He has been serving clients in Milwaukee over the past 18 years. In addition, Scott serves as the Executive Sponsor for Milwaukee Beyond Network. Beyond is the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Allies network. Its primary purpose is to support a LGBT - inclusive culture that recognizes and leverages the values of diversity.

As an Associate Vice President at Shorewest Realtors, Jim brings over 27 years of sales, marketing and new business development experience real estate. With over $100 million in closed sales in the last six years, Jim currently holds the position of 3rd highest ranking sales executive of 1,100 Shorewest agents in company volume and units as well as Northshore Office Leader. Jim is a graduate from UW-Madison in International Relations and French, holds multiple real estate accreditations and serves his community through philanthropic and active board leadership.

Dave has nearly 20 years of information technology experience with 10 years in a professional settings, with experience in financial services, manufacturing and education. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from the University of Wisconsin at Oshkosh. He also holds certifications as both a Microsoft and Sales force developer. Dave is currently employed with Syslogic, Inc as a consultant where he has been since February 2010. In his free time, he enjoys reading, video gaming, watching TV and attending musical theatre.

Laura Stuart owns and operates the Tool Shed, a business that strives to sell sex toys that are made of body-safe, quality materials. The Tool Shed also offers a variety of locally-made and handmade items that showcase the unique flavor of the Milwaukee area. The Tool Shed is a space where people of all genders can explore their sexuality in a comfortable environment and be treated with respect by a friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Locally owned and operated since 1970, the Laureate Group (LG) is one of the largest Senior Housing Providers in Southeastern Wisconsin.

Tim is the owner and founder (along with partner Jim Nowlen) of Bella Caffe'. “Our business partnerships enrich our work days,” says Tim, “and are literally the bread and butter of Bella Caffe''. Tim is the Food and Beverage Director at Pridefest, and can be found at many community events.

John is Vice President of Employee Benefits at Mid-state Insurance and Investment Services (www.WIHealthInsure.com). With over 20 years experience in the insurance industry, John specializes in the Health Insurance, employee benefits and health insurance for businesses, schools and community partners. John has lived in the East Side Riverwest area for over 20 years, and involves himself in community events for the arts, healthcare, and the environment.

Geoff assists private corporations, municipalities and school districts in many diverse labor and employment issues, including advising clients on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) issues; resolving Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and other wage/hour disputes; and providing training in human resources matters. He routinely works with clients to avoid litigation and is frequently called on to defend employers in matters involving discrimination claims, non-compete agreement enforcement, trade secret claims, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) disputes, wrongful termination claims, and wage and hour suits.

WWBIC is a statewide economic development corporation that provides quality business education and financing to Wisconsin's entrepreneurs and small business owners. Our dedicated staff works hard every day to provide top-notch programs and service to help both women and men launch and expand small businesses.

Two Men and a Truck has been a leader in the moving industry within Milwaukee since 1993. Casey is the Sales and Marketing Representative for the Two Men and a Truck West Allis, Franklin and Brown Deer locations. She is also the business move consultant and estimator as well as coordinator of all social and charity events throughout the year. Two Men and a Truck is a proud contributor to many community charities which include: the Hunger Task Force of Milwaukee, the Friends of the Franklin Public Library and the Friends of Autism.

Louis is the publisher and editor in chief of the Wisconsin Gazette, the only professionally produced and widely distributed source of news, information and commentary targeting the state's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community.