ACE grew significantly in 2022, almost tripling membership to 1,300 employees. This was, in part, thanks to the launch of three new chapters, including ACE-Marhaba, supporting EG Arabs and Allies — the group held four global mentoring sessions and “Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling” events throughout the year to help members network. Throughout Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, ACE partnered with five other IBGs to activate various global events. The IBG also harnessed other opportunities to celebrate the varied facets of Asian culture — including Eid, Arabic Language Day, Lunar New Year, and Diwali. They aim to create more cultural awareness programs throughout 2023.

AIM continues to expand year-over-year, reaching 1,000 members and 10 global chapters — including a newly launched Singapore chapter. During 2022, the highlight of AIM’s year was an Autism Acceptance Month event hosted in partnership with autism advocate, Temple Grandin. The IBG also held intersectional events with PRIDE and LEAD for World Mental Health Day. 

BEAM membership increased by 22% in 2022 as they welcomed four new chapters — in Amsterdam, London, Madrid, and Springfield, Mo. — as well as a new group in Latin America. During the year, BEAM held a Black Leaders Panel, during which Expedia Group leaders shared their stories of career development. Externally, BEAM hosted a live event at AfroTech 2022, sponsoring BEAM members and students to attend. Read more about AfroTech 2022. 

2022 was a strong year for IDEA, with over 25% membership growth. Alongside reaching this milestone, IDEA also worked on various projects, including launching an Indigenous Resources Center and developing a land acknowledgment policy. The IBG hosted two events in celebration of International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, a panel discussion on multiculturalism, and other events on Indigenous identities throughout the year. 

In 2022, LEAD experienced a 40% membership growth — and a new chapter was introduced in Seattle. LEAD collaborated with other IBGs to host more than 10 intersectional events. Additionally, during Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month, they hosted a series of local chapter site events to engage employees — adding nearly 250 members to the IBG as a result.

Throughout 2022, PRIDE made strides to drive cross-company connections, including on Transgender Day of Visibility when 100 posts of solidarity were collected from every region and across every business level. During Pride Month, the group organized a Pride Through Action panel that was attended by more than 700 people. Additionally, to advance understanding of how to be an LGBTQIA+ ally, PRIDE helped develop Ally Skills training resources.

In 2022, VETS partnered with our Global Talent Acquisition team to develop a training program to help people transition to civilian life and careers after serving in the military. They also successfully launched a Veteran Mentorship Program and received a Bronze Award from the British Forces for their efforts to support those who serve. To support current and future veterans, VETS onboarded new Veteran Mentors, grew membership by 12%, and added four new chapters globally. 

WELL hosted several events throughout 2022 and developed two new programs: Own Your Dreams and the Power of X. The Power of X encourages the sharing of unique experiences and perspectives through storytelling. Both initiatives — in partnership with other IBGs — had over 900 participants. In addition to launching this new program, WELL increased overall membership by 27% and hosted their first APAC-focused keynote.