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Ascent: Inclusivity in Business Events
Julia Bicher ‘Being in the Centre of the Action’
Congrex Switzerland CEO Julia Bicher hopes to model a healthy work-life balance and encourages other women to ‘strive for top-level careers in events.’
How — and Why — You Should Break out of Your Bubble
It’s now a given that diversity boosts organizational performance, says executive Dorri McWhorter. The big question now is how to create environments where diversity thrives.
#MeToo: Sexual Harassment in the Meetings Industry
Since the business-events industry is female-dominated, you might think sexual harassment isn’t an issue. But a Convene survey — plus interviews with some of the respondents — shows that’s not the case at all.
Lyn Lewis-Smith Is Playing the Long Game
For Business Events Sydney’s chief executive, the real benefit of conferences is always top of mind.
A Big Question for a Big Tech Show: Where Are the Women?
CES is coming under fire for a lack of female keynote speakers at the upcoming tech gathering in Las Vegas.
Why Your Meeting Needs a Harassment Policy
If recent high-profile incidents of sexual harassment haven’t convinced you, listen to our expert sources: Your meeting needs a harassment policy. This is what to include.
Swipe Right with the New Female-First Networking App
Bumble has established a reputation for its ability to help people find potential dating matches. Now, the company is aiming to empower women with new career connections.
How Inclusive Are Your Meetings?
Not everyone feels welcome at your meeting. And some of that could be your fault — because of your speaker lineup, marketing collateral, or something else that’s making them feel like they don’t belong there. Here’s how to open your program to your entire community.
How VisitDallas Made the American Council of the Blind Feel Welcome
VisitDallas’ first-of-its-kind diversity and inclusion team tailored services for the American Council of the Blind’s annual conference, held in Dallas in 2015.
Texas Bathroom Bill – Your Voice Matters
If you believe in inclusiveness and oppose discrimination we need your collective voice to persuade Gov. Abbot to veto Texas Senate Bill 3. Money talks in these scenarios, and so it is important for us to flex our industry economic muscle.
These Individuals Are Making a Surprising Impact on the Meeting Experience
Graffiti artists, modern dancers, and more — find out how an unlikely cast of Mile High City creatives and entrepreneurs are shaping more memorable experiences for attendees.
3 Ways to Navigate the New Era of Business Etiquette
The fast-changing rules of business manners in the digital age can be hard to master – but we’ve got you covered.