Echelon Magazine is an online publication in America serving the LGBT business professional. Formerly the title also included a magazine with biographical profiles of corporate executives and entrepreneurs as well as features on businesses involving the GLBT community.
History
In the 1990s the gay and lesbian publication Victory! lasted a short time. Echelon was first published in January 2004 by publisher Michael Lamb. The magazine participated in an October 8, 2004 protest for equality. The bi-monthly magazine sought to highlight the successes of gay and lesbian professionals. It was modeled after business magazines covering women, African-Americans and Asian-Americans. Contents included tips on finance, job hunting and business development for entrepreneurs, as well as coverage of the business environment for gays in various US cities. The magazine was funded by private investors. Lamb created Echelon Business Media Inc. in 2007 and added sites including GayFranchise.com and GoGayBiz.com. Print publication ceased in 2009, but the website and Facebook presence continues.