As the trade show and meetings industry continues its emergence from the pandemic, this year’s Exhibitions
Tech News: Redrock and Pop Experiential, ETL and ILEA Alliances; New 6Connex and RainFocus Event Apps 2022-10-13
Redrock Entertainment and POP Experiential
Event production company Redrock Ent
Climate Change is Affecting Events. What Can You Do About It? 2019-12-16
Because I’m a sustainability consultant, you may assume that I believe in human-caused climate change.
4 Reasons To Invest In An Event Platform With 24/7 Customer Support 2021-07-06
Executing an event perfectly every single time doesn’t happen by accident. It happens by design. A design that is supported by a rock-solid strategy and technology to activate this strategy.
Leverage Your Event Content for Better Engagement After the Fact 2021-07-22
I think I speak for most of us when I say that in-person events are one of those things we didn’t realize we loved until they were gone.
Julius Solaris Joins Swapcard as Head of Engagement 2021-02-17
Swapcard announced on Wednesday that events industry leader Julius Solaris has joined its team as head of engagement.
The Impact of Event Technology On Event Metrics 2019-06-03
Attend any major B2B or B2C event today and you might think you were heading onto a Hollywood set, with bright lights, lively audio, captivating video and where interactivity abounds.
Tech Giant: Cvent Stalwart Anil Punyapu Seeks to Bridge the Engagement Gap 2021-06-18
If you are looking for a pioneer in event technology, it’s hard to beat Anil Punyapu.
When to Consider Adding Attendee Tracking to Your Event 2022-09-07
Through two years of the pandemic, when virtual events were the norm, decision makers and sponsors started receiving more metrics going through attendee participation.
6 Real-Life Learnings from Digital Event Experts to Make Your Events Better 2020-08-04
Many trade show and conference producers have found themselves in unchartered territory as they’ve made the in-person to online event pivot over the past several months.
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.
Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.
Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.
The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.
MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.
MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.