Authentic to the core, our community is our city’s story and soul. And the essence of our destination, ‘Everyone is Welcome,’ extends beyond the invitation to a diverse, world-class experience. In Los Angeles, that welcome is our substance. Our spirit. A turning point for many. That welcome can be life-changing – even at a meeting or convention.

As inherent parts of L.A., diversity, equity and inclusion are also deep-seated in our business events industry. LA Tourism partners with the city’s organizations on corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives that continue to bring DEI values to the forefront of representation.

One such initiative that stemmed from Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti’s executive directives on gender and racial equity was the LACC Career Academy—created by the L.A. City Tourism Department and in a unique partnership with ​​LA Tourism and the Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC).

The Career Academy gives students in historically underserved areas of L.A. the opportunity to visit the Convention Center during a convention or event and engage with national and global leaders working in various industries – leaders who, like many of the students, might not have had traditional paths to get to where they are. 

Imagine representatives from your association, corporate group or organization coming to L.A. and doing something tangible, meaningful and impactful on the lives of others.

These initiatives are brought to life by the dynamism of our city and the heart of our people. We welcome you to come to experience them.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME

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