Out@Work LGBTQ+ Allies Career & Resource Fair

Date and Time

• Saturday, Oct 3, 2026  11am - 2pm

Location

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Details

Your career is more than a resume. It’s your skills, experience, relationships, confidence, and access to the right resources and opportunities.

Join Plexus LGBT & Allied Chamber of Commerce and our community partners for a welcoming career event designed to connect LGBTQ+ job seekers with employers, career resources, and practical support.

Whether you’re actively looking for a job, considering a career change, returning to the workforce, or simply curious about what opportunities are out there, you’ll find resources and people ready to help.

Who Should Attend?

The fair is open to LGBTQ+ job seekers and allies at every stage of their career journey, including those who are:

• Actively looking for work
• Exploring a new career or industry
• Entering or re-entering the workforce
• Looking to grow or advance professionally
• Interested in connecting with affirming employers and resources

Connect. Learn. Thrive.

• Network with LGBTQ+-affirming employers hiring actively.
• Attend workshops on resumes, interviews, and career strategies.
• Get free professional headshots!

Free admission

Make the Most of Your Day:

• Bring a Resume: Free on-site printing; assistance available for creation.
• Practice Interview Skills: Participate in mock interviews.
• Resource Workshops: Learn job searching and workplace success strategies.

Pre-registration is not required but strongly encouraged in order to receive event updates. Attending employers and resources available will be updated on the event page and FB event.

Generously supported by the Akron Community Foundation Gay Endowment Fund and Avery Dennison.