Caroline Gourlay has been appointed the new President of the UK Chapter of Women in Exhibitions, succeeding Laura Shapiro. With more than 20 years of experience in the exhibition industry, Caroline aims to enhance female representation in leadership roles by strengthening membership and building partnerships across the UK’s exhibition sector. Her strategies will include networking events, mentorship programmes, and training initiatives to foster a culture of gender diversity within the industry. Caroline has played a crucial role at Excel London and will continue to support various initiatives as part of her new leadership role.

Women in Exhibitions is an initiative designed to empower and support women in the events and exhibitions sector, addressing gender equity challenges. Despite progress, leadership opportunities for women in this industry remain limited. The UK Chapter was launched in March 2020, aiming to inspire women at every stage of their careers and foster leadership development.

Caroline Gourlay’s appointment as President of Women in Exhibitions, UK Chapter is a significant step towards enhancing female leadership in the exhibition industry. Her experience and vision are expected to propel initiatives aimed at increasing membership and promoting gender diversity, essential for achieving equitable leadership in events.

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