Diversity in Leadership Program

A program for travel executives, leaders and team members who want to shape more inclusive teams and diverse leadership through transparent, intentional initiatives.

Monday, November 13

Join us Monday, November 13th from 12:30-2:00. This session will be open to registered conference attendees. Capacity is limited, so register early to be included in the discussion.

2023 Discussion

“Super Human Culture and Connection”

In a world of “You, Me and the Machine” what does it mean to be human? As we learn to leverage AI, what human qualities are our super powers? What cannot be replicated by the machine?

Research shows us that vibrant, diverse, purposeful workplace culture and strong people-to-people connections are key to meaningful growth within organizations.
  • What does it take to have the people and culture we need?
  • What does diversity and inclusion look like through the lens of an evolving remote workforce?
  • How does a multigenerational team give us a competitive edge?
  • What are we doing right and what can we do better?
We’ll wrangle with these questions together in large and small-group formats with our featured guests and Diversity Advocates. Bring your curiosity and contributions to this session as we dig into these challenging questions for the world of travel tech.

Join us as we focus on becoming Super Human.

We are recruiting Diversity Advocates to facilitate tables at this event. They will share initiatives they have implemented in their own organizations that address issues related to diversity and inclusion and will serve as a source for PhocusWire throughout the coming year. Please apply here if you are interested in contributing to the growth of our industry in this meaningful way.

2023 Agenda

Program details are in progress; stay tuned for updates soon!

Let Your Voice Be Heard

In Phocuswright-style, we'll deliver data and trends, brilliant leaders, discussions, challenges and calls-to-action … all designed to encourage growth and smart thinking around tough topics.

If you would like to contribute and can share your own initiatives toward Diversity in Leadership as an official Diversity Advocate, please email Kimberly Newbury or
Apply here

2023 DIVERSITY ADVOCATES

Phocuswright's ongoing commitment to diversity in leadership

Women's Leadership on PhocusWire

Stories and coverage of women's leadership in the travel industry.


Phocuswright research on leadership


In September 2021, Phocuswright fielded the third edition of the Gender Equity in Travel study to uncover:
  • Varying perspectives from a broad range of professionals
  • Analysis of the opportunities where change may be most meaningful
  • Practical ideas and strategies for advancing female leadership
  • Resources and connections to accelerate gender initiatives
Access the free report here.

Diversity & Inclusion on PhocusWire

Pulse of the industry's diversity and inclusion efforts, progress and more.

Ongoing commitment to social responsibility


Phocuswright is committed to lead by example through efforts in offsetting the carbon footprint of all our in-person events, supporting responsible tourism and sustainability through an education and performing arts partnership, reducing and reusing waste, creating diverse and inclusive events and more.

Read how we are accomplishing this goal here.