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JULY 14, 2021

As organizations work to improve their diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, there is a fourth goal that is less talked about but just as important to the workplace: justice.

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DECEMBER 13, 2023

Creating a safe, inclusive space can be a tall order, but it doesn’t mean it is impossible. This year the Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) released a downloadable toolkit titled “ Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, a Guide for Event Service Professionals.” Why is DEI Critical to the Hospitality Industry?

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AUGUST 22, 2023

TDM is the collaborative leader of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives and concepts that address the gaps of ethnic disparities providing tactics to develop more effective Diversity & Inclusion strategies. CEO ROUNDTABLE— Businesses must prioritize diversity in practice, not just a promise.

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OCTOBER 2, 2023

The All In toolkit is a resource for progress in the meetings and events industry “Honest and authentic engagement around difference ultimately drives inclusion.” Assuring that individuals with disabilities can fully participate in events is one of the first steps to inclusion and belong,” says Wilson. “We

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NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Events Industry Council (EIC) has started the first phase of its Equity Acceleration Plan. I’m looking forward to seeing the results and to working with the EIC Equity Task Force to create what will be incredibly valuable guidance and resources for event professionals.”. With over 10.3 million direct jobs and over 1.5

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APRIL 23, 2024

All presentations were focused on new and inventive ideas that would attract meeting professionals and attendees to ideas centered around trends such as sustainability, food and beverage diversity, networking and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

Similarly, Tourism Diversity Matters (TDM), an organization committed to elevating diversity, education, advocacy and empowerment in the events industry, offers several programs designed to create an inclusive and diverse workforce and guest experience. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are Driving Career Development.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Events Industry Council (EIC) is looking for meeting professional feedback to develop a landmark Equity Acceleration Plan packed with tools, resources and recommendations to lead the challenge against discrimination and systemic racism in the events industry. The goal: a framework to turn the EIC Equity Task Force’s vision into action.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2022

The upcoming study, “The Multicultural Multiplier: Cultural Diversity’s Impact on Travel Intent,” will examine how showcasing cultural diversity affects travelers’ intentions. The study intends to assess a number of factors, including: Quantifying the impact that showcasing cultural diversity has on travelers.

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APRIL 4, 2023

How the meetings industry can help As the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is increasingly prevalent in conversations within the meeting industry, some marginalized groups continue to be widely underrepresented. Q: What made you decide you needed to get involved with Asian inclusion? That’s really fun.

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AUGUST 23, 2021

What diversity, equity and inclusion ( DEI ) plans did you make for your next event? Bringing diversity and inclusion into your workplace, or events is a journey; a thoughtful, meaningful, inclusive process is essential,” Dasher said. “It Three Ways to Close the Diversity Gap. Bringing Belongingness.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Kathryn Shuford, corporate communications manager at IHG, stressed not only the moral importance to bolster career opportunities for underrepresented communities but also the financial benefit of a diverse staff. It’s actually a very diverse population of students from different socioeconomic classes from different geographic spaces.”.

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OCTOBER 11, 2021

Conscious Inclusion. Welsh invited new ASAE President and CEO Michelle Mason to talk about the evolution happening in meetings right now, asking the critical question: “Are we making progress on diversity as an industry?”. First, Mason defined what Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ( DEI ) efforts are attempting to accomplish.

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JUNE 17, 2022

By taking a closer look at the journey from the beginning of the resistance during slavery, through the Civil War and Reconstruction, the rise of Jim Crow, and the seminal events of the late 20th century that inspired people around the world to stand up for equality, the program puts the state of current diversity, equity and inclusion in context.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The need for change in travel and tourism The hospitality industry is continuing its efforts towards improving sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) with cross-sector discussions and in-person activities. The Travel Foundation and the U.S.

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JULY 21, 2022

Diversity, sustainability and violent crime were on the agenda for Destinations International Annual Convention 2022 in Toronto, Canada, this week along with a host of other social issues destination marketing organizations are taking on as they emerge from Covid empowered to address a larger mission of getting heads in beds.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

The MRN Agency proves diversity leads to success Sept. 15 th , 2023 marks Hispanic Heritage Month and brings more awareness to the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) while emphasizing that celebrating different cultures in the workplace and at your events is an asset. 15t h through Oct.

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JUNE 16, 2021

That is why we asked Chase Brunson, CLE, Austin Bar Association sections and events manager, who is serving as director of marketing for Texas Hill Country Chapter and is a member of MPI’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee for tips on how to show support in ways big and small. Bold and Proud. Chase Brunson.

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JANUARY 2, 2023

If historically marginalized communities don’t see themselves (or others like them) in your marketing efforts, inclusion is a tough sell for your destination, property, attraction or event. We review approaches used to create change toward diversity, equity and inclusion and articulate some of the challenges faced.

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

Learn more about the biggest issues meeting professionals are struggling with in a joint IMEX-Smart Meetings white paper titled, “Clearing the Path” that surveyed planners about diversity, equity and inclusion, sustainability, personal and career development and industry changes. A Content Mix. Pitching for 2023.

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OCTOBER 12, 2023

The local CVB or visitors’ bureaus can often support the request by meeting the group on site, offer ways to support local businesses or suggest ways to make diversity, equity and inclusion part of the experience. Kate De Master Kate De Master is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Hyatt Regency Jacksonville.

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OCTOBER 18, 2023

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is essential. Selling Belonging is all about creating quality human connections.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Editor’s Note: Smart Meetings invited a group that come together at MPI’s Thought Leadership Summit on Diversity to tackle the issue of how planners could be part of the solution for creating a more inclusive world. How are you making strides toward a diverse world that makes everyone feel welcome? Supplier Diversity.

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DECEMBER 29, 2021

The reasons for the resignations vary, and include, according to a Harvard Business Review article , career stage, industry, work preference, lack of a DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion)-focused approach and burnout. . due to myths and misunderstandings about what diversity and inclusion are). I’ll be judged.

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MAY 7, 2024

Two and half months after its executive director was fired for cause and its founder and CEO resigned, Tourism Diversity Matters, a nonprofit organization that aims to be “an industry resource for diversity expertise in order to achieve inclusive excellence,” has hired an interim CEO with strong relevance to that mission: Hattie Hill.

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AUGUST 5, 2021

Also : Destinations International Study: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Opportunities, Now and Beyond. The exponential increase in efforts to improve equity, diversity and inclusion across the visitor economy is not just about race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, accessibility, age, etc.

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AUGUST 24, 2022

“These are missed birthday parties, graduations, time with loved ones and important meetings.”. Read more here. Destinations International Unveils New EDI Tool .

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The 2022 Annual Meeting & Exposition agenda covered the current disruptions of sustainability, diversity, equity and inclusion, and workforce challenges with an eye toward finding new solutions using new association business models. Read More : Trying to Close the Diversity Gap? Community First.

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OCTOBER 13, 2022

In the report, consisting of 580 global event professionals from five continents and 23 countries, it was found that all aspects of the meeting sector are increasing, including interest in sustainability, attendance, meeting spend and diversity, equity and inclusion.

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JULY 15, 2021

Another aspect of the event that aligned with Visit Baltimore’s mission was the diversity, equity and inclusion work that began years ago. So far, 375 destinations have committed to a pledge to work to become more inclusive. A Pledge to Include Better. Ferguson was national chair of the U.S. This is a continuum.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Moreover, certain organizations, such as Tourism Diversity Matters (TDM) have made it their mission to guarantee that the tenants of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) are embraced throughout the hospitality industry to confront ethnic disparities and promote strategies to retain diversity within the workforce.

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MARCH 28, 2023

Budget allocation for corporate meetings, mentorship for young professionals and progression in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) are the topics for 2023 and are necessary in the post-pandemic era. GMID 2023 is taking a stance on changing the status quo and discussing creative approaches to ensure inclusivity.

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APRIL 5, 2022

After a quiet two years on the events, hospitality and tourism fronts, an experience-driven, diversity, equity and inclusion-devoted (DEI) next generation of talent is pouring through open doors, looking for opportunities to break into the industry. Groups make better decisions when they’re diverse. offices and U.S.

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AUGUST 16, 2022

Destinations International has unveiled a new tool for destination organizations to “understand how EDI (equity, diversity and inclusion) has been incorporated into operational practices as a basis to improve and integrate performance.”. Read More : Smart Chat: Sophia Hyder Hock on Diversity and Understanding Ourselves.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2021

In addition to reemploying those affected by the pandemic, there has been an increased focus on diversity, equity and inclusion by the events industry, and AHLA Foundation will be devoting $5 million to that cause, as well. “We In October, employment in leisure and hospitality increased by 164,000 and has risen by 2.4

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DECEMBER 23, 2022

Whether the goal is diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI), accessibility, educational resources or all of the above, advocates from different facets of the events world continue to strive for progress. The programs are especially focused on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) to ensure a progressive future for the industry.

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APRIL 11, 2024

All are Welcome Travel Portland supports meeting planners in delivering Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), by connecting you with BIPOC-owned vendors via My People’s Market ; providing diverse promotional assets or recommending culturally relevant activities, and more.

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