Articles tagged “equity”

The labor shortage continues to be an issue, and many event companies are successfully combating it by eliminating the need for a college degree.

Anca Platon Trifan, founder, creator and CEO of Tree-Fan Events & head of Events: Demystified podcast, on increasing female representation in event production, collaborating with competitors, and the importance of physical and mental fitness.

The world's largest event technology company is going private again. Blackstone will soon own Cvent and is bullish on the recovery of events and travel. After an initial offer was rejected, the deal is worth approximately $4.6 billion.

Google Xi Days colored outside the lines, shifting paradigms to create an all-encompassing future for the events industry.

Despite the gains made with gender equality, there is still a long way to go. We look back at our coverage of equality and equity in the meetings industry as we focus on moving forward. 

For an event to be truly successful, it must instill a feeling of belonging, which in turn is an act of inclusion. That is exactly what Google's Xi Days did.

Pollution, morality, cultural genocide — Destination Canada’s partnership with TED featured authentic presentations on uncomfortable topics. They spurred vulnerable conversations among guests. Openness was on tap, with no room for PR spin.

Accessibility is a buzzword in the business events industry but is there a true effort to ensure all attendees, including people with disabilities, can participate?

The Event Manager Podcast by Skift Meetings features leading meeting professionals sharing insights and strategies to succeed in the ever-evolving world of events. These were the most popular episodes of 2022.

There are positive signs that the meetings industry is now more aware of its impact and legacy. An evolved industry – one that thinks beyond itself – is better prepared to play a critical supporting role in dealing with today's global challenges.