Stress and Wellbeing in the Major Events Industry

Emma Abson
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The major events industry is one of the most dynamic and rewarding sectors to work in, but it’s also among the most stressful. With immovable deadlines, intense pressure, and long working hours, event professionals are facing unprecedented challenges to their health and wellbeing.

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In our latest insights article, Trivandi Academy’s Senior Academic, Emma AbsonEmma Abson, explores the mounting mental and physical health pressures in the industry. Drawing on industry research and personal insights, we explore:

  • Why the events industry is ranked the 3rd most stressful career path
  • How over 80% of hospitality and event professionals are experiencing burnout
  • The cultural factors that make wellbeing support difficult to implement
  • Why burnout is not a personal failure, but a systems issue that needs attention
“We need to move beyond seeing stress as the price of success,” Emma says. “It’s time to normalise conversations around wellbeing, and build a healthier, more sustainable way of working in events.”

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Stress and Wellbeing in the Major Events Industry

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