Is the events industry set up to welcome all backgrounds for employment?
Partner Session - Stand C32

Is the events industry set up to welcome all backgrounds for employment?

Partner Sessions
Thursday, Jun 25, 2026
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM | Europe/London

Session

TMS | C32
English
About

The UK Events Industry serves diverse audiences, but does it truly reflect the communities it engages? This discussion explores barriers to entry, representation, accessibility and progression, asking whether our industry is creating genuine opportunities for people from all backgrounds and what more can be done to widen participation. 

Speakers: Sophie Beasor, Head of Operations and Engagement, The Power of Events; Robin Marks, Tutor and Skills Coach, The JGA Group; Gabrielle Austen Browne, Founder, Diversity Alliance; Jo Goodey, Senior Lecturer in Events Management, University of Greenwich

*Please Note: This session is not a part of The Meetings Show Education Programme, it be being conducted in partnership with The Power of Events and will take place at their stand.