Uwern Jong is the co-founder and Experientialist®-in-Chief of OutThere
And will be talking about How to get OutThere…
About Uwern’s talk
OutThere’s co-Founder and Experientialist-in-Chief shares the story of how the magazine diversified its audiences, created new platforms and income streams for growth, and built a brand based on inclusion. He explores how standing for something can be an important opportunity to go beyond the traditional realms of publishing and how he is navigating an ever dynamic and changing landscape.
About Uwern
Uwern Jong is co-founder and Experientialist®-in-Chief of OutThere, a multi-award-winning luxury and experiential travel media brand rooted in diversity, discovery and discernment. Established in 2010 alongside Creative Director Martin Perry, OutThere has become a leading voice in inclusive tourism, offering in-depth, first-person narratives that celebrate global cultural expressions and the individuals who make the travel world so unique.
Before venturing into travel journalism, Uwern built a successful career in marketing and communications. His passion for authentic storytelling and advocacy for inclusive travel led to the creation of OutThere, which aimed to inspire LGBTQ+ luxury travellers but has grown into something far bigger.
He has been instrumental in initiatives such as the LGBTQ+ Travel Symposium series and the thought leadership event Icons of Inclusion and has spearheaded OutThere’s landmark Experientialist® Awards. His efforts have been recognised with numerous accolades, including being named one of Walpole’s 50 most influential people in British luxury in 2025 for the second time; being awarded as TTG (Travel Trade Gazette) LGBT+ Trailblazer of the Year in 2023; and receiving the Campaign Publishing Award for Editorial Leader of the Year in 2020.
Connect with Uwern
Web: www.OutThere.travel
Instagram: Uwern Jong
Instagram: OutThere