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2024 Northwest Event Show Focuses on DEI Programs + Give-Back PartnersEnhancing the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Event Industry Space, NWES Offers a Quiet Room, Real-Time Closed Captioning, and a Diverse Speaker Line-Up for 2024 SEATTLE, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In one week, the 2024 Northwest Event Show (NWES) will showcase the latest innovations, services, and products at the forefront of the west coast's event industry. NWES 2024 is dedicated to Marion Clifton, who founded the event 30 years ago in 1994. In remembrance of Marion, who passed away this past December, NWES has partnered with Fill It Forward to promote sustainability and philanthropy directly at the conference and beyond. Fill It Forward, renowned for encouraging environmental responsibility, has generously provided refillable water bottles for all event attendees. Each bottle comes with a QR code that unlocks a donation to the SEARCH Foundation and tracks your environmental footprint, showing the tangible impact of every day choices. "Marion's vision has been a guiding light for NWES," says Event President, Stuart Butler. "Her legacy of innovation and community has profoundly shaped the PNW event industry. Through initiatives like these, we aim to keep her spirit alive." In addition to new give-back partners, NWES 2024 is proud to increase its focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by offering the following: Quiet Room: Recognizing the diverse needs of attendees, NWES is introducing a quiet room in 2024 - a serene space where attendees can take a break from the hustle and bustle of the event. This space will cater to those who might find the sensory overload overwhelming. Closed Captioning with Interprefy: To ensure session content is accessible to all, NWES will be using Interprefy, our sponsor for Inclusive Captioning, for real-time closed captioning on all stages. This technology bridges the communication gap and allows for a more inclusive experience for attendees. Diverse Speaker Lineup: The NWES speaker selection process is rooted in diversity and showcases a wide range of voices and perspectives, not only enriching the learning experience but also providing varied insights into the challenges and successes within the events industry. Accessibility at the New Seattle Conference Center Summit Building For the full list of exhibitors and sponsors, please visit nweventshow.com/exhibitors. About The Northwest Event Show About Seattle Convention Center Media Contact View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/2024-northwest-event-show-focuses-on-dei-programs--give-back-partners-302101783.html SOURCE Northwest Event Show |