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Meet Our Leadership
The Gaygency Foundation is driven by passionate leaders committed to empowering LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Our team brings together expertise in business development, marketing, education, and nonprofit fundraising to create opportunities for queer-owned businesses to thrive. With a shared vision of economic empowerment and equity, we work to ensure that every LGBTQ+ entrepreneur has the resources, mentorship, and support needed to build a successful and sustainable future.
Daniel motelongo
Executive Director / Founder
Daniel Montelongo is a seasoned marketing leader with over 15 years of experience in brand strategy, digital innovation, and audience engagement. His expertise in crafting impactful, data-driven marketing strategies has consistently elevated brands and fostered meaningful connections with diverse audiences.
Fueled by a passion for representation and community empowerment, Daniel founded The Gaygency, a bold, LGBTQ+-owned digital marketing agency dedicated to authentic LGBTQ+ storytelling and audience engagement. His work has helped brands like Equal Pride, Out.com, Nasty Pig, Adam’s Nest, and Alegria connect with LGBTQ+ consumers in genuine and impactful ways.
As Executive Director of The Gaygency Foundation, Daniel applies this same visionary leadership to ensure queer entrepreneurs have access to the business resources, mentorship, and funding they need to thrive. His mission is to break down financial barriers, amplify LGBTQ+ business voices, and foster long-term economic success for the community. With a deep belief that inclusion drives innovation, Daniel is committed to shaping a future where LGBTQ+ businesses don’t just succeed—they lead.
Fueled by a passion for representation and community empowerment, Daniel founded The Gaygency, a bold, LGBTQ+-owned digital marketing agency dedicated to authentic LGBTQ+ storytelling and audience engagement. His work has helped brands like Equal Pride, Out.com, Nasty Pig, Adam’s Nest, and Alegria connect with LGBTQ+ consumers in genuine and impactful ways.
As Executive Director of The Gaygency Foundation, Daniel applies this same visionary leadership to ensure queer entrepreneurs have access to the business resources, mentorship, and funding they need to thrive. His mission is to break down financial barriers, amplify LGBTQ+ business voices, and foster long-term economic success for the community. With a deep belief that inclusion drives innovation, Daniel is committed to shaping a future where LGBTQ+ businesses don’t just succeed—they lead.
Liza montelongo
Director of Development
With over 25 years of experience in policy development, curriculum innovation, and strategic consulting, Liza Montelongo has been a driving force in shaping programs at both national and international levels. Her expertise has been sought by major organizations and policymakers, including the White House, for her insights on advancing STEM initiatives and fostering equitable access to education.
As Director of Development at The Gaygency Foundation, Liza leverages her experience in stakeholder engagement, program strategy, and resource discovery to drive fundraising and partnership efforts that directly support LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Her background in building high-impact programs translates seamlessly into securing the resources needed to help queer business owners launch, grow, and succeed.
Liza’s passion for community empowerment and equity is evident in her leadership of groundbreaking initiatives such as the Five Star STEM Competition at Fort Bliss and the Girl Power-Chica Power program. These efforts have provided countless students with hands-on STEM experiences, mentorship, and career opportunities, particularly in underrepresented fields.
At The Gaygency Foundation, she continues her mission-driven work by ensuring that LGBTQ+ small business owners have access to the funding, mentorship, and strategic support they need to thrive in today’s economic and political landscape.
As Director of Development at The Gaygency Foundation, Liza leverages her experience in stakeholder engagement, program strategy, and resource discovery to drive fundraising and partnership efforts that directly support LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Her background in building high-impact programs translates seamlessly into securing the resources needed to help queer business owners launch, grow, and succeed.
Liza’s passion for community empowerment and equity is evident in her leadership of groundbreaking initiatives such as the Five Star STEM Competition at Fort Bliss and the Girl Power-Chica Power program. These efforts have provided countless students with hands-on STEM experiences, mentorship, and career opportunities, particularly in underrepresented fields.
At The Gaygency Foundation, she continues her mission-driven work by ensuring that LGBTQ+ small business owners have access to the funding, mentorship, and strategic support they need to thrive in today’s economic and political landscape.
Support LGBTQ+ Entrepreneurs
The Gaygency Foundation is committed to breaking financial barriers for queer entrepreneurs, providing them with fully funded business resources, mentorship, and marketing support.
Your tax deductible donation directly empowers LGBTQ+ small business owners to launch, grow, and thrive—at no cost to them.
Donate TodayYour tax deductible donation directly empowers LGBTQ+ small business owners to launch, grow, and thrive—at no cost to them.
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