| 4:00 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Welcome to the chat everyone! Glad to be here! Please tell us your name, company, and your favorite holiday. #eventprofs |
| 4:01 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I'm Lindsey Rosenthal from Events For Good and my favorite holiday by far is Halloween. I plan more than a year in advance! #eventprofs |
| 4:02 pm |
MPITheresa: |
Just saw a proof for our member communique for today -- eeeee ! :D #MPI #eventprofs #WEC10 |
| 4:02 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Hi everyone...Traci Browne here frm Red Cedar Marketing (aka TradeShowInstitute) & my favorite holiday is whichever 1 is next #eventprofs |
| 4:03 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@tracibrowne Hi Traci! That's a great response. So.... Memorial Day? #eventprofs |
| 4:03 pm |
leslie_vstpcola: |
Leslie Mathews w/ Visit Pensacola - Love the "Epiphany" or better known to my family as "Three Wise Guys Day." #eventprofs |
| 4:03 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
Hey! Andrew Smith here from Insight. Favorite holiday is Halloween. #eventprofs |
| 4:03 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@leslie_vstpcola Hi Leslie! Glad to see you! #eventprofs |
| 4:04 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@andrewsmith127 Hi Andrew! Glad to have a fellow Halloween lover here. #eventprofs |
| 4:05 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@eventsforgood Halloween rules. BTW, looking forward to connecting next week to discuss charity events for Insight Bowl. #eventprofs |
| 4:06 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Not sure if Twitter is slow today or it's just a small group. Well, welcome to those who are with us! #eventprofs |
| 4:06 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Hi @andrewsmith127 @leslie_vstpcola and @eventsforgood #eventprofs |
| 4:06 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Jenise Fryatt, Icon Presentations Audio Visual in Palm Springs. I LOVE Halloween, but my fave holiday is Thanksgiving. #eventprofs |
| 4:07 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@lyksumlikrish Hi Jenise! I love Thanksgiving dinner, that's for sure. #eventprofs |
| 4:07 pm |
pimplomat: |
Plz vote! RT @SomeWriter: What social media site connects u best w/clients?http://bitURL.net/pluspoint #mpi #imex #eventprofs #assnchat |
| 4:07 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@tracibrowne Hi! #eventprofs |
| 4:08 pm |
tracibrowne: |
looks like a light crowd today...that's a shame...gr8 topic racial diversity in events #eventprofs |
| 4:09 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I was going to talk about racial diversity in events today, but w/ a rather small group it may not be the best topic. Thoughts? #eventprofs |
| 4:09 pm |
FathomBusiness: |
Hellow #eventprofs! Excited to join yet again! |
| 4:09 pm |
InXpo: |
Game Changer for virtual events: @dveale w/insights on gaming for @CiscoLive: http://bit.ly/dfaRYq(via @dshiao) #eventprofs |
| 4:09 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@tracibrowne Thanks for the feedback! I think it's a great topic too, but a controversial one. #eventprofs |
| 4:10 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@eventsforgood been there done that! #eventprofs |
| 4:10 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@FathomBusiness Hello! Please tell us your name, company, and favorite holiday! #eventprofs |
| 4:10 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@lyksumlikrish Yes, very interesting topic. I'd like to hear more about it and why it's controversial. #eventprofs |
| 4:11 pm |
tracibrowne: |
also did not know it was controversial RT @lyksumlikrish: very interesting topic. like to hear more abt it & why controversial #eventprofs |
| 4:11 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
Hey @eventsforgood I thought I'd bring a lil' diversity to the chat today. #eventprofs |
| 4:11 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@tracibrowne Hahah! Yes, me 2! Figured we should try something out - what's the point if we can't discuss these topics as profs? #eventprofs |
| 4:12 pm |
leslie_vstpcola: |
I am interested in finding out how to find groups that seek a multi-cultural city for meetings. #eventprofs |
| 4:12 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@Partyaficionado Awesome! Hi Cheryl! So glad to see you! What's your favorite holiday? #eventprofs |
| 4:12 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@Partyaficionado Hey there Cheryl! Glad to see you here. #eventprofs |
| 4:12 pm |
FathomBusiness: |
Do you ever discuss most memorable event failures? #eventprofs Or, on a broad scale, what can make or break an event? |
| 4:12 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
Hey gang, sorry I'm late. Looking forward to the chat #eventprofs |
| 4:13 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
My favorite Holiday is.... Thanksgiving #eventprofs |
| 4:13 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Interesting!RT @leslie_vstpcola: I am interested in finding out how to find groups that seek a multi-cultural city for meetings. #eventprofs |
| 4:13 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Not a scientific study but an observation from attending meetings like IAEE, MPI, HCEA, TSEA...there is not a lot of diversity #eventprofs |
| 4:13 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@ericlukazewski Hey Eric! What's your favorite holiday? #eventprofs |
| 4:13 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@lyksumlikrish Hey Thanks. #eventprofs |
| 4:13 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@Partyaficionado welcome! #eventprofs |
| 4:13 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Good 4 future chat! RT @FathomBusiness: Do you ever discuss most memorable event failures? what can make or break an event? #eventprofs |
| 4:14 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@FathomBusiness Not sure we've had that as a topic before, but we try to cover a lot of different topics. Definitely a good one! #eventprofs |
| 4:14 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@tracibrowne Why do you think that is so? #eventprofs |
| 4:14 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@eventsforgood Favorite holiday, April Fools #eventprofs |
| 4:14 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
How are we defining diversity? Race, Sex, Age? #eventprofs |
| 4:14 pm |
phototakeouter: |
Hey #eventprofs, I'm lurking around today |
| 4:14 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Well, I'll get started and if we don't have enough to discuss we can always change it up. #eventprofs |
| 4:14 pm |
nky_cvb: |
RT @OnePlusEditor: One+ Poll: What social media site is most powerful way to comm with current... http://ow.ly/1QFrT #mpi #eventprofs #pcma |
| 4:14 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Ah the why...that's the hard part RT @Partyaficionado:Why do you think that is so? #eventprofs |
| 4:14 pm |
RaciPlace: |
@eventsforgood hello there Traci in Dana Point CA #eventprofs |
| 4:15 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@phototakeouter Hi Marc! Would love to get your input on this topic! #eventprofs |
| 4:15 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@RaciPlace Hi Traci, welcome! #eventprofs |
| 4:15 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@RaciPlace yeah! Another Traci with an "i" #eventprofs |
| 4:15 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @tracibrowne: Not a scientific study...there is not a lot of diversity - you mean in event planners? event industry events? #eventprofs |
| 4:15 pm |
phototakeouter: |
Hi @eventsforgood, sorry, what's the topic? #eventprofs |
| 4:15 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
Hey @Raciplace #eventprofs |
| 4:16 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Good question...RT @ericlukazewski: How are we defining diversity? Race, Sex, Age? #eventprofs |
| 4:16 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@tracibrowne had a great question that we can start with. How can we promote diversity in our industry? #eventprofs |
| 4:16 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@phototakeouter Hi Marc, it's racial diversity in events. Should be good! #eventprofs |
| 4:17 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@lyksumlikrish I was referring to the event professional community...the planners and producers #eventprofs |
| 4:17 pm |
RaciPlace: |
@Partyaficionado hi there good to see you. #eventprofs |
| 4:17 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@RaciPlace Hi Traci!! #eventprofs |
| 4:17 pm |
mmcallen: |
Mike San Francisco Halloween #Eventprofs |
| 4:17 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@ericlukazewski I was going to define diversity thru race, but we can def cover age & sex as well since it's a small group. #eventprofs |
| 4:18 pm |
tracibrowne: |
In reference to promoting diversity in our industry I have a ?...how do people get into this industry? Train for it or fall in? #eventprofs |
| 4:18 pm |
eventsforgood: |
We can start with in our industry - event professionals - and work our way into the events we actually hold. #eventprofs |
| 4:18 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne Judging from the #eventprofs I follow, I'm not sure I'd agree. But I haven't been to many industry events. #eventprofs |
| 4:19 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Good question. Everyone? RT @tracibrowne: How do people get into this industry? Train for it or fall in? #eventprofs |
| 4:19 pm |
mmcallen: |
@tracibrowne most I know and interviewed have fallen in this industry #Eventprofs |
| 4:19 pm |
RaciPlace: |
RT @lyksumlikrish: Hi Lynn! #eventprofs |
| 4:19 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I fell in...RT @eventsforgood: Good question. Everyone? How do people get into this industry? Train for it or fall in? #eventprofs |
| 4:19 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I started in the hotel/restaurant management side and moved my way over to events. Others? #eventprofs |
| 4:20 pm |
phototakeouter: |
In our case, mixture of fall into and train for #eventprofs |
| 4:20 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
Like many industries, the events industry was very heavy white male dominant. #eventprofs |
| 4:20 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@tracibrowne How did you fall in? #eventprofs |
| 4:20 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@RaciPlace Ha! (How do you know my middle name?) lol #eventprofs |
| 4:20 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Does that bother you? RT @Partyaficionado: Like many industries, the events industry was very heavy white male dominant. #eventprofs |
| 4:20 pm |
tracibrowne: |
def true at exec level RT @Partyaficionado: Like many industries, the events industry was very heavy white male dominant. #eventprofs |
| 4:20 pm |
WAKA_Brian: |
Brian from WAKA Kickball favorite Holiday is St Pattys Day #eventprofs |
| 4:20 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
There was a time, years ago.. when we didn't see very many women at the industry events. (in other than supporting rolls) #eventprofs |
| 4:21 pm |
mmcallen: |
I started at a meetings production company and stayed in production #Eventprofs |
| 4:21 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
I fell in on the corporate side. Definitely didn't train for it or plan for it. #eventprofs |
| 4:21 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@WAKA_Brian Hi Brian! How are you? Is this your first time in our chat? #eventprofs |
| 4:21 pm |
phototakeouter: |
@Partyaficionado definitely not in my neck of the woods :) #eventprofs |
| 4:21 pm |
tracibrowne: |
very long story...not for 140 characters RT @eventsforgood: @tracibrowne How did you fall in? #eventprofs |
| 4:21 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@mmcallen Hi Mike! How are you today? Did you always think you were going to be in meeting production? #eventprofs |
| 4:22 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@Partyaficionado The industry sure seems to have more women, now. Or maybe those r the ones drawn to social media #eventprofs |
| 4:22 pm |
melissaooi: |
RT: @stepnold Former Tradeshow Week Execs Join TSNN http://bit.ly/95Q7VV #mtosummit#eventprofs <== congrats! Love those guys :D |
| 4:22 pm |
IvetteMeans: |
RT @SomeWriter: Was the Sonora tourism ad threatening to Arizonans? Share what you think:http://tinyurl.com/29jejva #mpi #eventprofs #assnchat |
| 4:22 pm |
mmcallen: |
White males are difficult to work with I like diversity (and women) ;) #Eventprofs |
| 4:22 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@eventsforgood It doesn't bother ME but I can see how it can appear un appealing. #eventprofs |
| 4:22 pm |
WAKA_Brian: |
Yes it is #eventprofs I was curious about the topic, we have a pretty mixed bunch in our group and are always looking to get more diverse |
| 4:22 pm |
RaciPlace: |
Just like we make efforts to accommodate diverse ages boomers vs Y & X etc. We need to be aware that our audiences are diverse #eventprofs |
| 4:22 pm |
tracibrowne: |
do you see a change as far as women are concerned? RT @Partyaficionado: There was a time.. when we didnt see very many women... #eventprofs |
| 4:22 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Haha! Agreed. RT @mmcallen: White males are difficult to work with I like diversity (and women) ;) #eventprofs |
| 4:22 pm |
mmcallen: |
@eventsforgood nope I fell into it - Its my second career #Eventprofs |
| 4:23 pm |
CiscoEvents: |
Register today for the #CiscoLive Service Provider General Session Luncheon. http://bit.ly/abZ4EO#cllv10 -@CiscoLive #Cisco #eventprofs |
| 4:23 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Thoughts on how to change? RT @Partyaficionado: @eventsforgood It doesnt bother ME but I can see how it can appear un appealing. #eventprofs |
| 4:23 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@WAKA_Brian Playoffs start tonight for my team. Go PrimePimpin!! #eventprofs |
| 4:23 pm |
RaciPlace: |
From speakers to marketing images and apparently locations we just need to be aware. #eventprofs |
| 4:24 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@WAKA_Brian That's really interesting! As a WAKA member myself, I find it to be quite lacking in diversity (at least racially). #eventprofs |
| 4:24 pm |
tracibrowne: |
It's hard to know how to create a change when we don't know where people are coming from in first place... #eventprofs |
| 4:24 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @RaciPlace we make efforts 2 accommodate diverse ages boomers v Y & X etc. We need 2 be aware that our audiences are diverse #eventprofs |
| 4:24 pm |
eventsforgood: |
How do we create awareness? RT @RaciPlace: From speakers to marketing images and apparently locations we just need to be aware. #eventprofs |
| 4:24 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
I think it goes to @tracibrowne 's point. How do people get into this biz. Most of us "fell into it" #eventprofs |
| 4:24 pm |
tracibrowne: |
What is WAKA? #eventprofs |
| 4:25 pm |
3D_EXHIBITS: |
RT @ericlukazewski: 25 Ways To Use Social Media For Your Next Event http://bit.ly/d9jNNs via @JeffHurt #eventprofs #HCEA |
| 4:25 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @Partyaficionado: I think it goes to @tracibrowne s point. How do people get into this biz. Most of us "fell into it" #eventprofs |
| 4:25 pm |
WAKA_Brian: |
@andrewsmith127 Playoff for my west palm league start next thurs, where do you play? #eventprofs |
| 4:25 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@RaciPlace I think that's a very good point. Laws like the one in Arizona affect our attendees too! #eventprofs |
| 4:25 pm |
BusyEvent: |
Heading home after 3 successful days in Dallas. Looking forward to afternoon meetings and then, it's LA for a week! #eventprofs |
| 4:25 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
This is one of the only industries where you have to have X amount of experience in order to even take the test. #eventprofs |
| 4:25 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
Fozzie Bear? RT @tracibrowne: What is WAKA? #eventprofs |
| 4:25 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@WAKA_Brian Phoenix, AZ #eventprofs |
| 4:25 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@tracibrowne I'll let @WAKA_Brian tell you. :) #eventprofs |
| 4:26 pm |
WAKA_Brian: |
@tracibrowne World Adult Kickball Assoc. #eventprofs |
| 4:26 pm |
eventsforgood: |
True, @WAKA_Brian? RT @ericlukazewski: Fozzie Bear? RT @tracibrowne: What is WAKA? #eventprofs |
| 4:26 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @Partyaficionado: This is 1 of the only industries where u have 2 have X amount of experience in order 2 even take the test. #eventprofs |
| 4:26 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@WAKA_Brian Phoenix, AZ #eventprofs |
| 4:26 pm |
RaciPlace: |
@lyksumlikrish we must have discussed it in Newport Beach, I remembered it somehow #eventprofs |
| 4:26 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
Focus on Education and training is needed. I do see more programs offering Event Management as an option. #eventprofs |
| 4:27 pm |
mmcallen: |
@ericlukazewski that's funny fozzie bear #Eventprofs |
| 4:27 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Agreed! RT @Partyaficionado: 1 of the only industries where you have to have X amt of experience to even take the test. #eventprofs |
| 4:27 pm |
tracibrowne: |
did a quick check of TSEA BOD and MPI BOD, TSEA has many women but MPI very white and male #eventprofs |
| 4:28 pm |
mmcallen: |
@Partyaficionado lots of educational options for eventprofs these days. Even this chat! #Eventprofs |
| 4:28 pm |
WAKA_Brian: |
@mmcallen yeah we get those jokes all the time #eventprofs |
| 4:28 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@RaciPlace Oh yes!! You r one of the few #eventprofs I've actually met in real life! (Newport was fun.) #eventprofs |
| 4:28 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@tracibrowne Interesting. Conincidence? Or is there more to that disparity? #eventprofs |
| 4:28 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@Partyaficionado I completely agree about education & training. Very undervalued right now in our industry. #eventprofs |
| 4:28 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
The entry into the industry is not clear. It's expensive, and therefore exclusive (if only in appearance) #eventprofs |
| 4:29 pm |
mmcallen: |
@tracibrowne I think it's interesting but the hotel side is dominated by white males but I feel meeting planners mostly women #Eventprofs |
| 4:29 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@WAKA_Brian I have found WAKA to have little diversity - maybe depends on geographical location? #eventprofs |
| 4:29 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @Partyaficionado: The entry into the industry is not clear. Its expensive, and therefore exclusive (if only in appearance) #eventprofs |
| 4:29 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@tracibrowne Wonder if there's also a difference between corp planners and industry profs... I see TONS of women in corp world. #eventprofs |
| 4:29 pm |
mmcallen: |
RT@Partyaficionado: The entry into the industry is not clear. Its expensive, and therefore exclusive (if only in appearance) #Eventprofs |
| 4:29 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@mmcallen Meeting planners used to be dominated by men as well but it has changed a lot in the last 20 years. #eventprofs |
| 4:30 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@Partyaficionado How is entry into the industry expensive? #eventprofs |
| 4:30 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@mmcallen Yes, it seems that way to me too - AND not just white women. #eventprofs |
| 4:30 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@eventsforgood I agree. Since most of the seasoned profs learned by the trial and error. #eventprofs |
| 4:31 pm |
mmcallen: |
@eventsforgood well I am very young so I don't remember those days. ;) #Eventprofs |
| 4:31 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@andrewsmith127 HCEA (mostly corporate planners) board almost all women...IAEE (good amount of for profit events/shows) most men #eventprofs |
| 4:31 pm |
RaciPlace: |
I do not think is create awareness as much as it is about being mindful RT @eventsforgood: How do we create awareness? #eventprofs |
| 4:31 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
Way to make me feel old @mmcallen :) #eventprofs |
| 4:32 pm |
MPINCC: |
Killer app indeed! RT @eventjp: Ahh, if only! RT @Thisissethsblog: iPad killer app #2: fixing mtgshttp://bit.ly/aHfBfm #eventprofs #mpincc |
| 4:32 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@ericlukazewski @tracibrowne What about in tradeshows? Do you think there's diversity in age, sex, race in management there? #eventprofs |
| 4:32 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
How about speakers or presenters? I tend to notice a lack of diversity there. #eventprofs |
| 4:32 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne Woah - You are now my go-to source for information about industry organizations!! #eventprofs |
| 4:32 pm |
tracibrowne: |
True RT @andrewsmith127: Wonder if theres a difference between corp planners & ind profs... I see TONS of women in corp world. #eventprofs |
| 4:32 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@tracibrowne Good info... kinda expected as much. #eventprofs |
| 4:32 pm |
JennaKellam: |
The catering and sales staff at venues seem to be mostly female. The exhibitors (a different kind of sales) mostly male. #eventprofs |
| 4:33 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@lyksumlikrish I'm the queen of google it! #eventprofs |
| 4:33 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Agreed, and does it matter? RT @ericlukazewski: How about speakers or presenters? I tend to notice a lack of diversity there. #eventprofs |
| 4:33 pm |
WAKA_Brian: |
We do not have enough women in our area as managers and reps, mostly it is due to the sport and dealing with competitive players #eventprofs |
| 4:33 pm |
mmcallen: |
We just need to do this in a grassroot fashion individually. I got my last intern from a Grambling program. #Eventprofs |
| 4:33 pm |
RaciPlace: |
Convention Center too. RT @mmcallen: @tracibrowne I think it's interesting but the hotel side is dominated by white males #Eventprofs |
| 4:33 pm |
susanlynncope: |
#eventprofs I am lurking and will try to particpate. |
| 4:33 pm |
phototakeouter: |
hehehe RT @tracibrowne: @lyksumlikrish I'm the queen of google it! #eventprofs |
| 4:33 pm |
mmcallen: |
@Partyaficionado hehe I could be your dad ;) or grandpa #Eventprofs |
| 4:33 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@eventsforgood I notice diversity in age and sex, but not race in tradeshows. cc @tracibrowne#eventprofs |
| 4:33 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I think white male is qualification for panel presenter RT @ericlukazewski: How about speakers or presenters? #eventprofs |
| 4:34 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@JennaKellam Hi Jenna! I agree, what part of the industry are you in? #eventprofs |
| 4:34 pm |
mmcallen: |
@susanlynncope get back to work! #Eventprofs |
| 4:34 pm |
eventsforgood: |
You and I might need to fight for that reign. RT @tracibrowne: @lyksumlikrish Im the queen of google it! #eventprofs |
| 4:34 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @tracibrowne: I think white male is qualification for panel presenter RT @ericlukazewski: How about speakers or presenters? #eventprofs |
| 4:34 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
To attract more racial diversity, there needs to be a more clear path of entry into the Events and meeting side. #eventprofs |
| 4:35 pm |
PYMConnect: |
Meeting & #eventprofs: Connect w/ your peers on our own social network, @PYMConnect:http://www.pymconnect.com/ #meetings |
| 4:35 pm |
JennaKellam: |
Agreed. My association set up a diversity policy to combat this. RT@ericlukazewski: speakers ? ...a lack of diversity ... #eventprofs |
| 4:35 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Lots of women in DC. U sure of the reason? RT @WAKA_Brian: We do not have enough women in our area as managers and reps. #eventprofs |
| 4:35 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@mmcallen I doubt that, but way to bring me back. :) #eventprofs |
| 4:35 pm |
tracibrowne: |
so if we can't start at the college level how to we promote racial diversity #eventprofs |
| 4:35 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@eventsforgood I think it matters. Especially when your audience is diverse. #eventprofs |
| 4:35 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne Why do you think it is that speakers are mostly white males? #eventprofs |
| 4:35 pm |
phototakeouter: |
Around here, primary qualification is 'foreigner'. RT @ericlukazewski: How about speakers or presenters? #eventprofs |
| 4:36 pm |
eventsforgood: |
How? RT @Partyaficionado: To attract more racial diversity, needs 2 b a more clear path of entry into the Events & meeting side. #eventprofs |
| 4:36 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@lyksumlikrish like begets like #eventprofs |
| 4:36 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Good point, how this topic came up 4 me. RT @ericlukazewski: @eventsforgood I think it matters. Esp when ur audience is diverse. #eventprofs |
| 4:36 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
I think it starts with who we put in front of our groups. Are our panels diverse? Do we look for diversity in Speakers? #eventprofs |
| 4:37 pm |
RaciPlace: |
That explains a lot that is one point of view being heard even though various RT @tracibrowne: d MPI very white and male #eventprofs |
| 4:37 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Why is that do you think? RT @phototakeouter: Around here, primary qualification is foreigner. #eventprofs |
| 4:37 pm |
mmcallen: |
The company I left before starting my own - we started intern program mostly brought in women minorities. that's the ticket! #Eventprofs |
| 4:37 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @Partyaficionado: Starts with who we put in front of our groups. Are panels diverse? Do we look for diversity in Speakers? #eventprofs |
| 4:37 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne It's interesting that certain areas of the industry r white/male & others seem more dominated by race diverse women #eventprofs |
| 4:38 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@Partyaficionado Great point. Diversity at the content front line is needed. It's not even close, from what I've seen. #eventprofs |
| 4:38 pm |
RaciPlace: |
There are various views expressed but sometime there is a dominate view gets heard RT @tracibrowne: MPI very white and male #eventprofs |
| 4:38 pm |
phototakeouter: |
@eventsforgood we have a weakness for foreign accents? (keeping my inner cynic indoors today) ;) #eventprofs |
| 4:38 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@Partyaficionado Agreed, had this discussion w/ @rosettathurman & she said the same thing. Does ad diversity in the event help? #eventprofs |
| 4:38 pm |
JennaKellam: |
Unending circle. ...You must have diverse speakers & attendees to attractdiverse crowds. In order to have diverse attendees... #eventprofs |
| 4:38 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
If our panels are no racially diverse, our speakers not diverse, why do we expect our audience to be? #eventprofs |
| 4:39 pm |
mmcallen: |
Ok I burned1200 calories in this chat(on a stationary bike) off to a meeting thanks guys! Great subject! #Eventprofs |
| 4:39 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@phototakeouter Haha, it must be those accents. But there have to be experts in Trinidad already. #eventprofs |
| 4:39 pm |
BusyEvent: |
@ericlukazewski What's 'diversity'? Differing thoughts or ??? #eventprofs |
| 4:39 pm |
WAKA_Brian: |
@eventsforgood we have a few ladies down south in the miami area #eventprofs |
| 4:39 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
You'll always have various industries that predicate balance, but the glaring lack in the presenter roll seems to dominate most. #eventprofs |
| 4:39 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @JennaKellam: Unending circle. U must have diverse speakers & attendees 2 attractdiverse crowds and vice versa #eventprofs |
| 4:40 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@mmcallen Ha! I love it - exercise while you do the #eventprofs chat - I'll have to try it! #eventprofs |
| 4:40 pm |
dc2fla: |
Ifell in ... felt like a natural step, though. RT @tracibrowne: How do people get into this industry? Train for it or fall in? #eventprofs |
| 4:40 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@BusyEvent We're discussing diversity mainly in race and sex. #eventprofs |
| 4:40 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
If our panels are not racially diverse, our speakers not diverse, why do we expect our audience to be? #eventprofs |
| 4:40 pm |
eventsforgood: |
How do we "fix" that? RT @ericlukazewski: The glaring lack in the presenter roll seems to dominate most. #eventprofs |
| 4:40 pm |
tracibrowne: |
RT @Partyaficionado: If our panels are not racially diverse, our speakers not diverse, why do we expect our audience to be? #eventprofs |
| 4:40 pm |
RaciPlace: |
I started in HS national church confRT @tracibrowne: if we can't start at the college level how to we promote racial diversity #eventprofs |
| 4:41 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@WAKA_Brian Are you talking about players or employees? #eventprofs |
| 4:41 pm |
mmcallen: |
@lyksumlikrish have a great day jenise #Eventprofs |
| 4:41 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
True!RT @Partyaficionado: If our panels are not racially diverse, our speakers not diverse, why do we expect our audience 2 be? #eventprofs |
| 4:41 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @Partyaficionado: If our panels are not racially diverse, our speakers not diverse, why do we expect our audience to be? #eventprofs |
| 4:41 pm |
tracibrowne: |
other industries have had this same problem...we should research what they did #eventprofs |
| 4:41 pm |
BusyEvent: |
@ericlukazewski Why is that seen as vital? Shouldn't new/intriguing thinking be more important that skin color or gender? #eventprofs |
| 4:41 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@eventsforgood Awareness no. 1. I'm not sure this problem is on a lot of organizer's radars. #eventprofs |
| 4:41 pm |
joyce_ma: |
Hi everyone, missing the chat - caught in a conference call. I'll try to catch up/read archives! #eventprofs |
| 4:41 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@mmcallen You too Mike! #eventprofs |
| 4:42 pm |
eventsforgood: |
That's great! RT @RaciPlace: I started in HS national church conf #eventprofs |
| 4:42 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@joyce_ma Glad to have you with us at the end! How are you Joyce? #eventprofs |
| 4:42 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
Have to run gang, sorry to cut early. Great discussion and one I look forward to talking more about with you all #eventprofs |
| 4:42 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Agreed! RT @ericlukazewski: @eventsforgood Awareness no. 1. Im not sure this problem is on a lot of organizers radars. #eventprofs |
| 4:42 pm |
samueljsmith: |
Hi all - jumping in late. What is the topic? #eventprofs |
| 4:42 pm |
tracibrowne: |
who's fault is the panel/speaker issue? Perhaps those not represented not stepping up? #eventprofs |
| 4:43 pm |
executiveoasis: |
Sorry just joining chat #eventprofs |
| 4:43 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne I think we need to understand why some areas of the industry are more diverse than others. #eventprofs |
| 4:43 pm |
WAKA_Brian: |
@eventsforgood Employees #eventprofs |
| 4:43 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @BusyEvent: Why is that seen as vital? Shouldnt new/intriguing thinking be more important that skin color or gender? #eventprofs |
| 4:43 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I will google it RT @lyksumlikrish: I think we need to understand why some areas of the industry are more diverse than others. #eventprofs |
| 4:43 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@samueljsmith @executiveoasis Welcome! We're discussing diversity in race & sex in the event professionals industry. #eventprofs |
| 4:43 pm |
susanlynncope: |
Are the being invited? RT @tracibrowne: who's fault is the panel/speaker issue? Perhaps those not represented not stepping up? #eventprofs |
| 4:43 pm |
JennaKellam: |
Are we sure they feel welcomed? RT@tracibrowne Perhaps those not represented not stepping up? #eventprofs |
| 4:44 pm |
RaciPlace: |
RT @eventsforgood: That's great! RT @RaciPlace: I started in HS national church conf #eventprofsmissed prom had a meeting in Canada |
| 4:44 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@tracibrowne The problem starts with who's doing the booking. #eventprofs |
| 4:44 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Interesting ?. Anyone? RT @tracibrowne: whos fault is the panel/speaker issue? Perhaps those not represented not stepping up? #eventprofs |
| 4:44 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@BusyEvent Yes, I agree with that, but I notice a major disparity between audience diversity and speaker/presenter diversity #eventprofs |
| 4:44 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@lyksumlikrish: if the areas that are diverse are the up and comers this is a great sign...should be encouraged by long-timers #eventprofs |
| 4:44 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@BusyEvent It seems to be important to some of our attendees, so it's important to address for that reason. #eventprofs |
| 4:45 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
Inclusive industries have diversity. Exclusive industries do not. It's that simple. #eventprofs |
| 4:45 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Good q. RT @JennaKellam: Are we sure they feel welcomed? RT@tracibrowne Perhaps those not represented not stepping up? #eventprofs |
| 4:45 pm |
joyce_ma: |
@eventsforgood I'm great Lindsey! Busy which is good :) #eventprofs |
| 4:45 pm |
JennaKellam: |
Good point but you also need new attendees. RT@BusyEvent: Shouldnt new/intriguing thinking be more important that skin color... #eventprofs |
| 4:45 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @tracibrowne: @lyksumlikrish if the areas that r diverse r the up and comers -great sign...should b encouraged by long-timers #eventprofs |
| 4:45 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Start googling! RT @tracibrowne: @lyksumlikrish: if the areas that are diverse are the up and comers this is a great sign #eventprofs |
| 4:46 pm |
executiveoasis: |
The people selecting the speakers aren't diverse so panels & speakers won't be diverse #eventprofs |
| 4:46 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@BusyEvent To me, it sends the wrong message to a diverse audience who constantly sees 40 year old white male time in/time out #eventprofs |
| 4:46 pm |
tracibrowne: |
excellent point! RT @Partyaficionado: Inclusive industries have diversity. Exclusive industries do not. Its that simple. #eventprofs |
| 4:46 pm |
JennaKellam: |
RT @executiveoasis: The people selecting the speakers aren't diverse so panels & speakers won't be diverse #eventprofs |
| 4:46 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @ericlukazewski: it sends the wrong message to a diverse audience who constantly sees 40 year old white male time in/time out #eventprofs |
| 4:46 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
My point xactly RT @executiveoasis: The people selecting the speakers arent diverse so panels & speakers wont be diverse #eventprofs |
| 4:46 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Agreed! RT @Partyaficionado: Inclusive industries have diversity. Exclusive industries do not. Its that simple. #eventprofs |
| 4:47 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
So finding way to be inclusive is answer? RT @Partyaficionado Inclusive industries have diversity. Exclusive industries do not. #eventprofs |
| 4:47 pm |
RaciPlace: |
@susanlynncope I would make recommendations and it would be overlooked. Planners miss opportunities often times not looking. #eventprofs |
| 4:47 pm |
eventsforgood: |
How do we change that? RT @executiveoasis: The people selecting the speakers arent diverse so panels & speakers wont be diverse #eventprofs |
| 4:47 pm |
executiveoasis: |
Little diversity at conferences. I am often 1 of the few Black attendees. Never see Asians yet Toronto has large Asian pop. #eventprofs |
| 4:47 pm |
tracibrowne: |
We need better mentoring programs in our industry...#Eventprofs should look into this #eventprofs |
| 4:47 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Really? Do you think purposefully? RT @RaciPlace: @susanlynncope I would make recommendations and it would be overlooked. #eventprofs |
| 4:47 pm |
leslie_vstpcola: |
@tracibrowne Which areas of the industry are more diverse than others? #eventprofs |
| 4:47 pm |
eventsforgood: |
What about PCMA Protege? RT @tracibrowne: We need better mentoring programs in our industry...#Eventprofs should look into this #eventprofs |
| 4:48 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@lyksumlikrish Exactly! #eventprofs |
| 4:48 pm |
RaciPlace: |
RT @BusyEvent it sends the wrong message to a diverse audience who constantly sees 40 year old white male time in/time out #eventprofs |
| 4:48 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @ericlukazewski @BusyEvent it sends wrong message 2 a diverse audience who constantly sees 40 yr old white male time in/out #eventprofs |
| 4:48 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Think it's geographical? RT @executiveoasis: Little diversity at confs. 1 of few Black attendees. Never see Asians #eventprofs |
| 4:48 pm |
tracibrowne: |
lower level planners RT @leslie_vstpcola: @tracibrowne Which areas of the industry are more diverse than others? #eventprofs |
| 4:48 pm |
phototakeouter: |
@eventsforgood crowdsource speaker selection :) #eventprofs |
| 4:48 pm |
susanlynncope: |
Does diversity depend on the industry the conference is for? #eventprofs I usually have a mostly white male attendance #eventprofs |
| 4:48 pm |
leslie_vstpcola: |
I am hispanic descent and rarely meet other hispanics UNLESS I am in the Southwest. #eventprofs |
| 4:49 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
DEFINITELY RT @tracibrowne: We need better mentoring programs in our industry...#Eventprofsshould look into this #eventprofs |
| 4:49 pm |
eventsforgood: |
If our problem is that our industry is exclusive, how do we become more inclusive? Who starts the movement? How do we change? #eventprofs |
| 4:49 pm |
joyce_ma: |
@executiveoasis Yes, I can count on my hands the # of times I'm the only asian in the conf session #eventprofs |
| 4:49 pm |
joyce_ma: |
(and not as the venue staff!) #eventprofs |
| 4:49 pm |
executiveoasis: |
@eventsforgood Conference planning committees must first be diverse. #eventprofs |
| 4:49 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@eventsforgood I think you just did. #eventprofs |
| 4:49 pm |
JennaKellam: |
I think its topic based. @eventsforgood Think it's geographical? RT @executiveoasis: Little diversity at confs. #eventprofs |
| 4:49 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Sometimes. RT @susanlynncope: Does diversity depend on the industry the conference is for? usually have a white male attendance #eventprofs |
| 4:50 pm |
leslie_vstpcola: |
Are the groups/assns that are more racially diverse being invited to the table or recruited to attend & participate? #eventprofs |
| 4:50 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Majority of tradeshow managers/meeting planners in HealthCare are women but they have very little decision making authority #eventprofs |
| 4:50 pm |
eventsforgood: |
How do we encourage diversity? RT @executiveoasis: @eventsforgood Conference planning committees must first be diverse. #eventprofs |
| 4:50 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @JennaKellam: I think its topic based. @eventsforgood Think its geographical? RT @executiveoasis: Little diversity at confs. #eventprofs |
| 4:50 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @executiveoasis Little diversity 2 conferences Am often 1 of few Black attendees Never c Asians yt Toronto has lg Asian pop #eventprofs |
| 4:50 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
I get asked to mentor all the time, only so much I can do though RT @tracibrowne: We need better mentoring programs in our ind #eventprofs |
| 4:50 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @tracibrowne: Majority of tradeshow/meeting planners in HealthCare are women but have very little decision making authority #eventprofs |
| 4:50 pm |
kathiewallace: |
RT @executiveoasis: Little diversity at conferences. I am often 1 of the few Black attendees. Never see Asians yet Toronto has large Asian pop. #eventprofs |
| 4:51 pm |
kathiewallace: |
RT @executiveoasis: The people selecting the speakers aren't diverse so panels & speakers won't be diverse #eventprofs |
| 4:51 pm |
JennaKellam: |
1. diverse planning committee 2. central location 3. topics & speakers that appeals to all 4. connections with diverse groups #eventprofs |
| 4:52 pm |
eventsforgood: |
So to wrap up, some solutions may involve better education, training, mentoring, and trying to be more inclusive as an industry. #eventprofs |
| 4:52 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@tracibrowne Some things have not changed. While we see a little diversity many are not in decision making positions #eventprofs |
| 4:52 pm |
executiveoasis: |
Also, selection of event planners & hiring must be based on merit not friendships or hate to say it romantic connections. #eventprofs |
| 4:52 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@executiveoasis BTW Hi Anne! Glad to see you here! #eventprofs |
| 4:52 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @JennaKellam: 1. diverse planning cmte 2. central location 3. topics & speakers that appeal 4. connections w/ diverse gps #eventprofs |
| 4:53 pm |
RaciPlace: |
@eventsforgood I think just being narrow view & comfortable. If I told you the context you would see my point too long for 140 #eventprofs |
| 4:53 pm |
joyce_ma: |
We find certain clients have certain demog. RT @susanlynncope: Does diversity depend on the industry the conference is for? #eventprofs |
| 4:53 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@eventsforgood and as individuals.. be more inclusive. Each of us can make a change. #eventprofs |
| 4:53 pm |
eventsforgood: |
But how do we start initiatives to create diversity? Who should be leading this charge? Associations? #Eventprofs? Attendees? #eventprofs |
| 4:53 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @eventsforgood: So to wrap up, some solutions involve better education, training, mentoring, and trying 2 be more inclusive . #eventprofs |
| 4:54 pm |
executiveoasis: |
@eventsforgood Yes I agree. When you posted the topic remember my response was Diversity? What Diversity? I see little diversity #eventprofs |
| 4:54 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@joyce_ma Hi to you too Joyce! Great to see you!! #eventprofs |
| 4:54 pm |
fromAna: |
We arent! Speaking w @smaknews soon RT @lyksumlikrish: @tracibrowne Why do you think it is that speakers are mostly white males? #eventprofs |
| 4:54 pm |
eventsforgood: |
This happens often?RT @executiveoasis: Also, selection of hiring must be based on merit not friendships or romantic connections. #eventprofs |
| 4:54 pm |
RaciPlace: |
@executiveoasis WoW #eventprofs |
| 4:54 pm |
tracibrowne: |
education of what? RT @lyksumlikrish: RT @eventsforgood: So to wrap up, some solutions involve better education, #eventprofs |
| 4:55 pm |
joyce_ma: |
Hi Jenise! @lyksumlikrish Same to you! Wish I could have jumped in earlier. #eventprofs |
| 4:55 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Agreed, but the real Q is how we change. RT @executiveoasis: @eventsforgood What Diversity? I see little diversity #eventprofs |
| 4:56 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@tracibrowne Education & training being valued for the industry as opposed to just years of experience - from @Partyaficionado #eventprofs |
| 4:56 pm |
executiveoasis: |
@Partyaficionado I agree, little rep among decision makers. I've been on boards for CAPS, CSTD & MBA Women's Assoc. This is rare #eventprofs |
| 4:57 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@eventsforgood I think education is very valued once you get into the industry...it's the way the industry makes money CMEs #eventprofs |
| 4:57 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Let me add a disclaimer that I think this is a very important, but HUGE topic and we may need to come back to this again. #eventprofs |
| 4:57 pm |
JessicaLevin: |
@eventsforgood Looks like you led a great convo on diversity. Well done! (that's how I like my steak, btw) #eventprofs |
| 4:58 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@eventsforgood I agree Lindsay. Great topic choice and I think we need to revisit it - Talk more on improving situation. #eventprofs |
| 4:58 pm |
eventsforgood: |
A big thank you to everyone who participated. It's a controversial topic but it can't be dealt with w/o good discussion. #eventprofs |
| 4:58 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I think we should do part 2 soon...this has been very valuable and I think something can come from it if we all work together #eventprofs |
| 4:58 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@JessicaLevin Thanks, Jessica! That is one thing we do not agree on however (food wise) - I like my steak medium rare. #eventprofs |
| 4:58 pm |
executiveoasis: |
@eventsforgood With all due respects, members of visible minority groups with education & years of exp. are often bypassed. #eventprofs |
| 4:59 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I hope we can fix that. RT @executiveoasis: Members of visible minority groups with education & years of exp. r often bypassed. #eventprofs |
| 4:59 pm |
executiveoasis: |
@eventsforgood In Canada, Caucasians with personal & romantic connections selected instead hence blonde cutie stereotype #eventprofs |
| 5:00 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Agreed! RT @tracibrowne: This has been very valuable and I think something can come from it if we all work together #eventprofs |
| 5:00 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@executiveoasis Exactly why we need to take this issue seriously, discuss more and try to affect change. #eventprofs |
| 5:00 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@executiveoasis I don't think many here deny there is a problem...but our priority should now be to change it #eventprofs |
| 5:00 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@executiveoasis true! #eventprofs |
| 5:01 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Wow! RT @executiveoasis: In Canada, Caucasians w/ personal & romantic connections selected instead hence blonde cutie stereotype #eventprofs |
| 5:01 pm |
joyce_ma: |
RT @tracibrowne: @executiveoasis I dont think many here deny there is a problem...but our priority should now be to change it #eventprofs |
| 5:02 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@executiveoasis It's the romantic angle that surprises me. I don't see that a lot here, but maybe I'm just oblivious. #eventprofs |
| 5:02 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Philadelphia recently had a program 2 promote diversity in th PR industry...I'll do some research on that & see wht we can learn #eventprofs |
| 5:02 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
Sorry I missed a few tweets. had to take @imajackrussell out. #eventprofs |
| 5:02 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Thanks!! RT @tracibrowne: Philadelphia recently had a program 2 promote diversity in th PR industry...Ill do some research #eventprofs |
| 5:02 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@eventsforgood yes, oblivious...very much happening ;-) #eventprofs |
| 5:03 pm |
joyce_ma: |
I'm def up for a re-visit on this. Sounds like a great chat today. For the record, we don't have blonde cuties here (in ofc).. #eventprofs |
| 5:03 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
"Be the change you want to see in the world". ... Mahatma Gandhi #eventprofs |
| 5:03 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I'll make sure to post the archives quickly today so that we can schedule a part 2! #eventprofs |
| 5:03 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @Partyaficionado: "Be the change you want to see in the world". ... Mahatma Gandhi #eventprofs |
| 5:04 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Awesome! Thanks, Joyce! RT @joyce_ma: Im def up for a re-visit on this. Sounds like a great chat today. #eventprofs |
| 5:04 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@eventsforgood Excellent chat Lindsay - Again, GREAT topic choice. #eventprofs |
| 5:04 pm |
Partyaficionado: |
@eventsforgood Great job! Way to make Sh*t happen :) #eventprofs |
| 5:05 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Thanks for the support @lyksumlikrish @susanlynncope @Partyaficionado Only hope to make change while we can! #eventprofs |
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