How Events Influence our Culture & Community

02/28/24 • 30 min

Celebrating Black culture in events goes beyond remembering historical struggles–It’s about shining light on successes, uplifting talents, and embracing the powerful impact of education and representation.

Join Paulina Giusti & Felicia Asiedu as they share how events like Black Techfest and the UK Black Business Show are celebrations that bring communities together, showcase rich cultures, and highlight the achievements of Black professionals.

You’ll hear insights into the value of cultural representation and supportive micro-communities within the tech industry and learn why it is essential to have the right speaker on the right stage and how to avoid the pitfalls of diversity quotas.

Tune in to feel inspired, informed, and ready to bring a new depth of authenticity to your event planning and marketing strategies

In this episode, you’ll Learn:

Actionable strategies to diversify your programs and connect with a wider audience
How to go beyond diversity quotas - confidently choose speakers who add value, inspire, and reflect our diverse world
Tips on engaging local figures to add authenticity and depth to your events

Tune in to feel inspired, informed, and ready to bring a new depth of authenticity to your event planning and marketing strategies

In this episode, you’ll Learn:

Actionable strategies to diversify your programs and connect with a wider audience
How to go beyond diversity quotas - confidently choose speakers who add value, inspire, and reflect our diverse world
Tips on engaging local figures to add authenticity and depth to your events

Previous Episode

How Event Tech and Human Connection are the Building Blocks of Great Engagement

Engagement is about connection.

And building connections is key to creating positive and memorable experiences for your audience.

In this episode, your hosts, Rachel Andrews, Alyssa Peltier, and Felicia Asiedu, explore the world of engagement within events and marketing and how we can brace ourselves for changes in 2024.

Join us as we share insights that empower you to make your events more engaging, build real connections, and break away from the usual to create experiences that really matter.

Whether you are a seasoned event professional or marketing enthusiast, these insights will help you take your engagement to the next level.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to connect personally, create micro-communities, and use personalized engagement strategies to make events meaningful
How to make events more engaging by embracing smart tech
How to mix education & entertainment, involve attendees in content creation, and ensure memorable experiences

Next Episode

Championing Women and Building Confidence Through Experience: A Great Events & Dare to Interrupt Podcast Mashup

Ever feel like an imposter?

You’re not alone. Imposter syndrome can affect anyone anytime, especially women in leadership roles.

In this episode, we dive right into it with host Rachel Andrews, who is joined by Courtney Stanley, a renowned global keynote speaker, leadership coach, and podcast host to Dare to Interrupt.

Courtney shares personal insights and actionable strategies, emphasizing the importance of diverse mentorship and collaborative efforts.

This episode isn’t just about mastering imposter syndrome; it’s about empowering women in leadership, driving career growth, and making impactful contributions within the meetings and events industry.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to cultivate confidence, overcome imposter syndrome, and use self-belief as a driving force for career growth
How the impact of engaging in diverse mentorship can cause a ripple effect of empowerment
How to better serve your teams and foster a culture of visibility and opportunity for women