As a new Gold Sponsor, Sennheiser is supporting Rise AV’s mission to create ‘pathways for women and underrepresented talent’ is pursuit of an audiovisual industry where talent is recognised regardless of gender, and where inclusive structures promote long-term change.
‘When individuals from diverse backgrounds come together, they spark creativity and innovation in unexpected ways. By supporting Rise AV, we’re working to ensure more voices are heard, supported, and able to shape the future of audio,’ says Sennheiser Co-CEO, Daniel Sennheiser.
The sponsorship includes support for Rise AV’s flagship Mentoring Programme and the Elevate leadership initiative, alongside opportunities for workshops, training sessions, and internships. These activities create touchpoints for dialogue, learning and exchange – strengthening inclusive structures within the A/V industry and complementing Sennheiser’s internal DEI engagement. The partnership with Rise AV is part of a continuous journey: fostering more inclusive, open, and inspiring environments across the wider A/V industry.
Sennheiser has been advancing diversity, equity and inclusion through initiatives such as its Diversity Network, launched in 2019 and rooted in a women’s network from 2016. Other milestones include the signing of the German Diversity Charter in 2022, the introduction of global DEI training for all employees by 2025, and the celebration of Diversity Day. Together, these measures reflect a culture where every voice counts, and different perspectives are valued as sources of innovation.
‘At Sennheiser, diversity is not an add-on, it’s part of who we are,’ says Sennheiser Group Co-CEO, Andreas Sennheiser. ‘Innovation and creativity flourish when different perspectives come together. Our team is a vibrant mix of people from many cultures and life paths - just like our customers all over the world. Supporting Rise AV means amplifying that richness across the A/V industry.’
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