Unleashing the Power of Diversity & Inclusion for Minorities in Playing a Role in Events Planning with Mary Wang

Attending an event as a visible minority can often be an uncomfortable experience, as the feeling of not belonging can permeate the atmosphere. The stark contrast between oneself and the majority can create an undeniable sense of awkwardness and unease. Such situations leave one questioning their place within the event, ultimately leading to discomfort and a sense of being unwelcome. This sentiment is further amplified when attending an event as a person with a disability, only to find that the event’s management has overlooked essential accommodations such as ramps or wheelchair accessibility.

Recognizing the significance of inclusivity, diversity, and equality in event planning is of utmost importance. In this captivating episode of Eventist365, Yanique engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Mary Wang, delving into the crucial topics of diversity, equality, and inclusion within the realm of events planning.

Highlights:

00:25 Mary’s favorite tech tools and what features does she like most when using them?

04:51 How does Mary ensure that diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are incorporated in the event’s designing process?

07:49 Why does Mary even think of the small nuances in planning events? (Does it come from being a minority herself?)

10:01 The practice of inclusivity and creating a space for minorities where they are welcomed.

12:24 Breaking the barriers to gender equality especially in hardware technology.

14:28 Mary talks about a mentor who has impacted her career in meaningful ways.

16:23 How can Event Managers show empathy with their team?

20:11 What are the tangible metrics that every event manager need to share to their team so that they can do their job well? (…The balance of quantity versus quality.)

24:00 How can there be a balance between in-person events and virtual events? (…Is a mix of both a good thing?)

26:32 What are the benefits when you balance your personal passions with your professional responsibilities?

29:16 What is that one event that every Event Planner should attend to improve on their skills?

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

SplashThat – https://splashthat.com/

Eventbrite – https://www.eventbrite.com/

Livestorm – https://livestorm.co/

CONNECT WITH MARY WANG:

Works at Chili Piper – https://www.chilipiper.com/

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/wangmary/

CONNECT WITH YANIQUE DACOSTA:

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