As a non-profit community organisation, the Pride Business Network was founded in the early 1980s by a group of people committed to networking LGBTIQ+ businesses in Brisbane. The socio-political factors that affected business operators and professionals in our community have changed significantly since the incorporation of the Free Business Association (later renamed The Gay and Lesbian Business Network, and more recently the Pride Business Network), however, its intents and purposes have not.

Committed to bringing together like-minded people, the Pride Business Network was created to act as both a support system and a way for businesses to connect, consult and confide. Focused on the LGBTIQ community, the PBN has worked to establish a network that is thriving and social, but most importantly, inclusive. The key goal of PBN is to help and encourage fellow businesses to swap ideas, collaborate and form long-lasting relationships.

To be a respected model of a networking organisation, which creates success for our members, as professionals and business owners in our community.

We strive to provide a relevant and value driven service, in order to best meet our vision, via education, mentoring, support and social opportunities.

The Pride Business Network has 5 key values that makeup the core ideology of our organisation

Pride Business Board Members

Richard Bakker       – President

Sandy Francis         –  Vice President 

Ain Kuru                  – Treasurer

Shaun Botfield       – Secretary 

Zack                         – Membership Coordinator

Jason Hurst           – Function Coordinator

Steph McMahon   – Committee Member