As the meetings and events industry evolves at a rapid clip, staying up to date with the changes is less daunting when you have trailblazers leading the way. Whether it be through providing resources for ensuring inclusivity, educating colleagues on the importance of accessibility or planning events that push the envelope, it’s because of these individuals that the industry constantly grows. Congratulations to the Meetings Trendsetters class of 2023!
In an era where organizations are going beyond diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) mission statements and looking to put ideas into action, meetings and events can have a big impact when it comes to vendor selection. We explore the initiatives, venues and support five destinations are offering meeting planners around DEI and sourcing diverse vendors.
Greg DeShields (left) and Sheila Alexander-ReidDEI, or diversity, equity and inclusion, is an unstoppable force in the meetings and tourism industry and beyond.