Episode #515 - Creating Truly Inclusive Events – With Gail Walker

In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, Kevin Brent is joined by Gail Walker, the inspirational founder of Diverse Minds Events Limited – a company dedicated to making events truly accessible and neuro-inclusive. Born out of Gail’s personal experience as the parent of an autistic child, the business has grown since its inception in 2019 into a recognised leader in inclusive event support, even in the face of the pandemic.

From mobile sensory buses to pop-up sensory spaces like igloo domes and bell tents, Diverse Minds Events is reshaping how event organisers think about accessibility. Gail shares the company’s journey, including how it navigated early challenges, scaled thoughtfully with a freelance team, and built a reputation through strong word-of-mouth recommendations.

This episode follows the usual three-part ScaleUp Radio structure:

1. Understanding the Business – What Diverse Minds does and how it began.
2. Scaling Challenges – Gail’s insights into ethical marketing, managing cash flow, and the future of neuro-inclusion.
3. Quickfire Questions – Gail’s entrepreneurial lessons and what’s next for the business.

Whether you're leading a business, organising events, or simply looking to understand inclusion on a deeper level, this episode is packed with honest reflections and practical advice.

The One Key Thing:
Scaling with purpose and ethics is just as important as growth itself – Gail shows how doing good can drive real business success.

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Gail can be found here:

https://diversemindsevents.com/

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