A rising tide lifts all boats. 

That’s the perspective Cat Kevern, Director of Electric Cat Productions and Chair of NOWIE (The Network of Women in Events), brings to promoting women in the events industry.

Rather than shaming or alienating others, Cat invites everyone to elevate women and strongly believes in the power of allyship.

In this episode, Cat discusses how NOWIE is fostering a supportive community for women and setting industry standards. Cat also shares her journey from starting out as a freelancer to establishing her own business, offering valuable insights into navigating the events industry as a newcomer.

Press play to learn how to build a successful career in events and champion the advancement of women in the industry, no matter who you are.

Here are a few takeaways:

• To build a successful career in events, leverage your transferable skills, take initiative to learn what you need to know, and gain experience in a variety of settings
• Reduce the barrier to entry to create an inclusive and empowering environment
• Lean into allyship to promote equity and representation