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Diversity & Inclusion

We all have a responsibility when it comes to D&I. Here you'll find our best content around this important subject.

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Eventprofs

Attracting and retaining the best talent in the events industry: what’s the secret?

We sat down with Robert Kenward to discuss how employers should go about attracting and retaining the best talent in the events industry.

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7 min read

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Diversity & Inclusion

International Women's Day: What Does DigitALL Mean In Events?

This year, the UN's theme for International Women's Day is 'DigitALL: Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality'. We sat down with 6 women in event tech roles to discuss their careers and advice for others in the industry.

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8 min read

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Accessibility

In Talks With Isaac Harvey: How Can We Make Events More Inclusive?

We sat down with Isaac Harvey, disability advocate and President of Wheels and Wheelchairs, on how we can all make the events industry a more inclusive place.

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10 min read

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Diversity & Inclusion

What Does Pride Mean For The Events Industry In 2023?

We all want to help build an industry we can be proud of, which means working to make our events safer, more inclusive, and more welcoming for all. In this article, we explore what Pride means for the events industry in 2023, and where the future of our industry leads for LGBTQ+ equality.

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14 min read

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Events

7 Corporate Event Trends And Predictions For 2023

From sustainability to recruitment, it's fair to say a lot has changed this year. Here are our predictions of the top trends we expect to see in 2023!

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10 min read

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Diversity & Inclusion

Promoting Inclusion in the Events Industry: In Conversation With Event First Steps

Our industry can be a tough environment to get into, and we run the risk of leaving new starters feeling overwhelmed and unhappy in events. We spoke to Caitlin Kobrak from Event First Steps about how the events industry can support new joiners in the sector.

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7 min read

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Accessibility

Event Legacies And The Importance of Making Sustainable Events Inclusive and Accessible - Reset Connect 2022

As we move to staging more sustainable events, we need to make sure that we’re not letting accessibility fall by the wayside. This panel discussed discuss how we can balance key sustainability concerns with making sure the event experience is positive and inclusive for all attendees.

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8 min read

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How To Celebrate Pride Month With Your Team

Planning a Pride-themed event is a great way to have fun with your team while showing your support for equal rights, and celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. So grab your glitter and fill up the punch bowl: here are our top tips on doing Pride right!

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9 min read

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Accessibility

The Future of Accessibility & Inclusion In Events

Improving the accessibility of our events is crucial. Hear from the panel we hosted at International Confex on the future of accessibility in events.

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5 min read

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International Women's Day

International Women’s Day: Breaking The Bias In Events With Lauralee Whyte

The theme of this year's International Women's Day - #BreakTheBias - is one that's hugely pertinent to events. We sat down with Lauralee Whyte, founder of SPECTRUM Speakers and Entertainers, to discuss what breaking biases looks like for the industry.

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5 min read

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Diversity & Inclusion

5 Top Tips To Make Your Venue More Accessible

Gabrielle Austen Browne, Co-Founder of Diversity Ally, shares her expert insights on why accessibility is so important and how venues make themselves more inclusive.

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