Thriving While Trans: Navigating the Workplace in an Election Year
Navigating the workplace as a transgender employee is tough—especially during an election year. In our latest blog, we explore the personal journey of Paula Stone Williams and how political climates impact trans workers.
Equity Is Out and Inclusion Is In? That's What the Leading HR Org. Says
SHRM's Shift from DEI to I&D: A Step Back for Workplace Equity? That’s what many are wondering after this recent announcement. While SHRM argues that "equity" can cause confusion, critics emphasize its importance in ensuring fair treatment and opportunities for all employees. How will this affect your HR efforts AND your speaker hiring practices? Let’s dive in.
Entering Our "Reels" Era. Why Speaker Reels Are Important for Programming Events!
Struggling to pick the perfect speaker for your event? Video is your secret weapon, and speaker reels are the ultimate timesaver for decision-making. Learn why speaker reels can be the most efficient way to assess if a speaker is the right selection for your event. And don’t forget: No reel doesn’t equal bad speaker.
Outspoken does IASB! What's that, you say?
Last week we attended our second International Association of Speakers Bureaus ENGAGE Convention. Yes, there is an association of speaking agencies and management companies just like us! It is the industry event of the year, and we are so grateful to have joined this community. At the top of the list for the conference, we had the privilege of bringing one of our own speakers, Paula Stone Williams, to the stage as an IASBTalks Showcase presenter on Saturday.
Embracing Identity and Inclusion Beyond This Month
As part of our celebration of International Transgender Day of Visibility today—a day meant to recognize the resilience and accomplishments of the trans community—it’s important to us to raise awareness about discrimination faced by trans speakers as they bravely share their stories with audiences. Although having gained much positive attention through her TED talks and being invited regularly to share her lived experience as a man and a woman, Paula Stone Williams continues to be a target for those who do not recognize the importance of her experiences as both genders to help cisgender audiences understand how to be more equitable to others.