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The Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance’s Tommy Goodwin is back with the latest policy updates impacting exhibitions and events! His upcoming webinar will provide a rundown of critical developments from Capitol Hill on taxes, tariffs, talent and travel – the four key policy areas shaping the industry in 2026. Get the insider perspective on how these changes will affect you and discover how you can effectively advocate for our industry.

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Mohammed Alshammari, CEM shares how earning the CEM designation has enhanced his contributions to the exhibitions and events industry.
Industry veterans pull back the curtain on their AI experiences to reveal not just their biggest wins, but also the failures that taught them valuable lessons. Get an exclusive preview of the real-world strategies driving revenue and transforming attendee experiences that will be presented in the upcoming IAEE webinar on the latest AI innovations for B2B events.
Discover the mindset shift and tactical approaches that separate sellers who excel on the exhibition floor from the pack in this interview with international trade show expert Han Leenhouts. His upcoming webinar will explore the battle-tested strategies that transform dead booth time into profit-generating conversations.
Stephanie Willes, CEM shares how earning the CEM designation has enhanced her contributions to the exhibitions and events industry.
Expo! Expo! lands in Houston this December with innovative learning on the show floor, game-changing networking, and the insights you need to end 2025 strong and launch into 2026 with unstoppable momentum. Read on to learn how this year’s event will deliver a Texas-sized experience and register by 17 October to secure the BE SMART rate for the ONE EPIC EVENT of the year that you don’t want to miss!
IAEE is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its CEM Learning Program! B. Murphy shares how by earning his CEM designation, he discovered a calling to give back, formed life-changing mentorships and earned a place among an elite international community that he considers part of his identity. Learn how this one step created a passionate educator and mentor who has helped shape the next generation of industry professionals.
Samer Munshi, CEM shares how earning the CEM designation has enhanced his contributions to the exhibitions and events industry.
Ready to transform your events from ordinary to extraordinary? Discover why Expo! Expo! is ONE EPIC EVENT where event organizers unlock game-changing innovations, forge powerful connections and gain exclusive access to industry secrets that will revolutionize how they create unforgettable experiences. The Hosted Buyer Program could be your VIP ticket to THE PLACE TO BE – here’s how!
In this thought-provoking piece, 2025 IAEE Chairperson Chuck Grouzard argues that the business events industry is sitting on untapped goldmines of data and insights that could transform how entire industries operate, with the power to create economic ecosystems worth $426.1 billion annually. Discover why the future belongs to those who can build adaptive economic platforms – and how your organization can lead this transformation.
According to the latest study from the Center for Exhibition Research, nearly 80% of midsize B2B events are achieving positive profits and demonstrating strong growth momentum. Here, we uncover four key performance drivers that separate thriving midsize events from the pack as well as speak with IANA’s Robin Troy, who shares how Intermodal Expo leverages data-driven strategies and industry-specific focus to deliver exceptional value in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
Barry Killengrey, CEM shares how earning the CEM designation has enhanced his contributions to the exhibitions and events industry.
Leading organizers aren't just collecting data, they’re weaponizing it to create experiences that attendees love and sponsors simply cannot ignore. Discover the game-changing strategies that separate successful exhibitions and events professionals from those flying blind with outdated approaches.
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