International Women's Day '24: Navigating the events and exhibition industry with Ramneet Kaur
What challenges or obstacles do women face in today's world while organizing an event?
The most important one is safety (due to late working hours)
What is one piece of advice you would give to your younger self?
Stress less, plan more
What can we do as a community to empower and support women?
Encourage them. Please don't bring anyone down with "this can't be done". Be there for them. And this is not just for women. Do this on a human level.
Share a message of inspiration for all women.
If you have a dream, just START
What are some of the biggest challenges you face as a woman in your workplace?
Challenges came initially, when I was starting out. I was considered a young woman who couldn't have a REAL business. And this was very common opinion for women-folk from business families. Although as the years went by, this changed.
What are some positive experiences you have had as a woman in the workplace?
Fortunately, the industry that I am in is kind towards women since it is supported by other women. We all grow together here.
Would you be interested in participating in a future event or discussion related to women's issues in the workplace?
Definitely. The pleasure will be mine.
What in one word describes how you feel about being a women?
Powerful
What is the greatest accomplishment of a women you admire?
Every women who has dreamed and achieved is the one i admire. She teaches me that there is no pattern for happiness. After all at the end all that we want is to be happy.