Advocacy Day is Over. Now What?

Yesterday, I joined business leaders from across the state for the Texas LGBT Chamber of Commerce’s Advocacy Day at the Capitol. It was an event full of energy, inspiration, and action—and a powerful reminder that engagement in public policy is a business imperative.

From early morning coffee with colleagues to sitdown conversations with lawmakers, we saw what civic leadership can look like when it’s fueled by purpose and driven by business. I’m so proud of the role our Texas business group is playing—not just in driving the economy, but in shaping the future of the state.

But now that Advocacy Day is behind us, the real question is: what’s next?

At the IGC Institute, we believe that civic engagement doesn’t stop when the event ends. In fact, that’s when the real work begins. That’s why we created a new resource specifically for business leaders who want to stay in the loop and keep the momentum going from their desk:

👉 The 15-Minute Texas Policy Playbook

This fast, modern toolkit helps executives, entrepreneurs, and workplace teams track what’s happening at the Capitol—and take action with confidence. All in about 15 minutes a week.

Why It Matters

Whether you’re managing a small business in Conroe or leading a corporate team in Dallas, the policy decisions coming out of Austin affect your workforce, your customers, and your bottom line. Staying informed isn’t just a civic duty—it’s a business imperative.

What’s Inside the Playbook

• A curated list of relevant legislative resources

• Simple tools for tracking bills and policy updates

• A step-by-step guide to engaging lawmakers and giving testimony

• Access to private online community to help activate your team

And the best part? You don’t need to be a policy wonk to use it.

This toolkit was made for leaders like you—corporate executives, nonprofit superstars, team leads, HR managers, comms pros, entrepreneurs and anyone who cares deeply about their people and want to lead with integrity, clarity, and impact.

This blog is your invitation to build a smarter, more engaged workplace—one that shows up not just in business, but in democracy.

Ready to Lead With Purpose?

Let’s keep this momentum going. Let’s build civic confidence in every boardroom, breakroom, and Zoom room across Texas.

Thank you to the Texas LGBT Chamber of Commerce for making Advocacy Day so powerful—and to everyone who showed up, spoke up, and stood up for a better Texas.