Los Angeles, we’ve got exciting news.
The Balloon Guy is officially a Certified LGBT Business Enterprise® (LGBTBE®) through the National LGBTQ+ & Allied Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). 🎈
For our clients, partners, and community, this certification isn’t just a badge. It’s a growth engine—opening doors to new partnerships, smarter procurement, and unforgettable experiences for brand activations, corporate events, galas, and launches across Southern California.
What NGLCC Certification Means
Verified ownership & leadership: We’re certified as LGBTQ+ owned, operated, and controlled.
Supplier-inclusion ready: We participate in the NGLCC Supplier Inclusion Initiative, making it easy for enterprise and Fortune-level brands to engage us in Tier I or Tier II supply chains.
Global network & credibility: NGLCC is the world’s largest LGBTQ+ and allied business development organization—connecting thousands of certified LGBTBEs, hundreds of corporate partners, and dozens of affiliate chambers to drive inclusive economic growth.
How Clients & Partners Benefit
For Procurement & Event Leaders
Countable diverse spend: Our services can support your LGBTQ+ supplier diversity goals.
Contract-ready operations: SLAs, insurance, safety, onboarding, rush timelines—we’re built for corporate standards.
Premium outcomes: Luxury décor, precision installs, and photo-ready environments that elevate your venue, sponsor footprint, or brand moment.
For Planners, Venues & Production Companies
Tier II teaming: Add us to your proposals to strengthen diverse-spend metrics and creative capabilities.
Reliability at scale: Multi-site, multi-day installs; tight windows; and VIP/press-sensitive projects handled with white-glove care.
Aesthetic + logistics: We pair artistry with bulletproof ops—site maps, rigging plans, and cleanup schedules included.
How We’ll Use the Certification to Deliver More
NGLCC Nexus: Our profile helps corporate partners discover our capabilities (NAICS/UNSPSC codes, categories, past performance).
Matchmaking & Mentorship: We’ll leverage NGLCC Matchmaker and Mentorship programs to align with enterprise needs and strengthen processes.
Conference & Unity Week: We’ll be where connections happen—ready with case studies, safety protocols, and cost-efficient design packages.
Our Three Pillars: Artistry, Professionalism, Customer Service
We’re known for premium, eco-conscious balloon décor and our Precision Garland™ design. These pillars guide every project:
Artistry – elevated aesthetics, custom color stories, camera-ready installs
Professionalism – on-time execution, clear scopes/SLAs, venue-friendly compliance
Customer Service – proactive communication, seamless changes, joyful experiences
3 Easy Ways to Work With Us
Add The Balloon Guy to your vendor portal
We’ll complete registration quickly and provide COIs, W-9, NAICS/UNSPSC, and references.
Invite us to bid
Launches, grand openings, conferences, galas, awards nights—send your RFI/RFP or specs and we’ll respond with concepts, budgets, and timelines.
Co-create a diverse-spend success story
If you’re a Tier I supplier, let’s team up for Tier II reporting and a show-stopping activation for your stakeholders.
A Note from Sean Edwards, Founder (aka “The Balloon Guy”)
“This certification reflects who we are and who we serve: a creative, inclusive Los Angeles. We’re excited to partner with companies that value both excellence and equity—and to keep delivering moments that make people say, ‘Wow.’”
About The Balloon Guy (Los Angeles)
The Balloon Guy is a Los Angeles–based luxury balloon décor studio specializing in corporate events, brand activations, premieres, galas, weddings, and experiential marketing. From precision garlands and columns to large-scale installations and drops, our team delivers art-level design with production-grade reliability.
📍 Los Angeles & Southern California
📞 (323) 553-7278
FAQs
What is NGLCC certification?
Certification by the National LGBTQ+ & Allied Chamber of Commerce verifies that a business is LGBTQ+ owned, operated, and controlled—and qualifies it for supplier-inclusion opportunities.
Can our company count The Balloon Guy toward our diverse-spend goals?
Yes. Our services can support LGBTQ+ supplier-diversity targets, including Tier I and Tier II reporting.
Do you handle tight turnaround and multi-site installs?
Absolutely. We provide SLAs, detailed timelines, site maps, safety/rigging plans, and day-of coordination for complex timelines.
What kinds of events are the best fit?
Brand activations, corporate conferences, galas, premieres, store openings, product launches, and high-end weddings.
How do we start the vendor process?
Invite us to your supplier portal or send an RFI/RFP. We’ll respond with credentials, references, and a scoped proposal.
Founder and expert balloon decorator behind The Balloon Guy in Los Angeles. Known for creative and premium balloon designs that elevate every event experience.
