Convene Article: ‘We’re Not Changing What We Do’: Standing Strong Amidst DEI Backlash

PCMA Convene Podcast

Sep 03, 2025•9 min•Season 1Ep. 85

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Episode description

How DEI is embedded in Minneapolis’ DNA and blueprint for future growth and why other destinations — and the events ecosystem — need to better convey the business case for diversity.

Written and read by Barbara Palmer, deputy editor at Convene.

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‘We’re Not Changing What We Do’: Standing Strong Amidst DEI Backlash: https://www.pcma.org/minneapolis-not-changing-what-we-do/

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Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

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