Black Meetings & Tourism - November/December 2020

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	BLACKS IN PR AND ADVERTISING AND THEIR IMPACT ON HOW BUSINESS IS DONE IN THE HOSPITALITY/TRAVEL/MEETINGS INDUSTRY The lack of racial diversity and inclusion in the hospitality/travel/meetings industry has resulted in only a handful of Black-owned public relations firms and advertising agencies actually having a seat at the table and influence over creative content.
	APEX AWARDS A VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE The COVID-19 pandemic may have put meetings and conferences on temporary hold, but that by no means negates the need to acknowledge the work and accomplishments of industry leaders who have positively impacted travel and tourism. So the 2020 Apex Awards for Distinguished Service, sponsored annually by Black Meetings & Tourism Media, were nonetheless presented to seven outstanding recipients.