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Rachel Humphrey is the founder of The Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance and is Principal at DEI Advisors. 

In this episode, we explore how we can make hospitality events more inclusive and reflective of the industry's talent pool. Listeners will learn about:

• The current state of diversity among attendees and speakers at hospitality events.
• The importance of visibility for women and diverse groups in leadership roles within the industry.
• Practical strategies for conference organizers to enhance diversity on stage.
• The role of sponsors and companies in promoting a more diverse slate of speakers.
• The impact of public speaking opportunities on career advancement for women.
• The benefits of showcasing a wider range of voices and experiences at events.
• A call to action for women in the industry to seek out speaking opportunities and develop their public speaking skills.

Tune in to gain valuable insights on how intentional efforts from all industry stakeholders can lead to more representative and enriching hospitality events and how individuals can take proactive steps to advance their careers and contribute to a more diverse industry landscape.

• Learn more about the Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance
• Follow Rachel on LinkedIn

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Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands