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Heck Yeah, Accessible Events: Bold Moves for Real Change

LeToya Boyne  (Director, Event Marketing, Platform.sh)

Shannon Qualls  (Sr. Events Manager, Tessitura Network)

Location: Grand Ballroom E

Date: Wednesday, February 26

Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass

Track: TSE-Sustainability & DEI, TSE-Event Planning

Vault Recording: TBD

Audience Level: All

Revolutionize Your Events with a 360-Degree Approach to Accessibility
Ready to elevate your events to new heights of inclusivity? Embrace a 360-degree approach to event design and create experiences where everyone feels welcome, valued, and fully engaged.
In this dynamic session, we'll show you how to make a real impact by:
1. Enhancing Attendee Experience: Learn practical ways to break down barriers and ensure every guest has a seamless, enjoyable experience.
2. Empowering Sponsors and Speakers: Discover how to make your event accessible - from within your own sponsored space.
3. Supporting Your Team: Foster an inclusive environment for your staff, ensuring they can contribute and thrive at every stage of the event.
Whether you're an event organizer, marketer, sponsor, or part of the event crew, this session is packed with actionable tools and thought-provoking ideas to integrate accessibility into your planning process from the get-go. No more afterthoughts—let's make accessibility the star of your event strategy.