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Event Tech Reality Check

Exhibition organizers are drowning in technology options yet struggling to find platforms that truly deliver on their promises. From communication breakdowns to fragmented systems, the industry’s tech evolution reveals surprising gaps along with game-changing opportunities. Discover what’s really working for successful organizers and how AI is finally bridging the divide between what events promise and what attendees actually experience.

Small Shows, Impressive Profits: Why Intimate B2B Exhibitions are Succeeding

Think small exhibitions can’t compete with industry giants? That larger is always better? Think again. A groundbreaking new CEIR study reveals that intimate B2B events are quietly generating impressive profit margins that compete with larger counterparts.

Is Your Event Security Playbook Up to Date?

A single tweet can trigger a crowd panic or an unrelated protest can shut down access, while understaffed security teams struggle to keep up with safety demands for today’s exhibitions and events. Learn how industry leaders are adapting their strategies to manage the interconnected threats that are reshaping event security in an era of constant disruption.

Why I Earned My CEM After 18 Years in Event Management

IAEE is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its CEM Learning Program! Kristie Chicki shares how her journey from learning event management through hands-on experience to earning the prestigious CEM and CEM-AP certifications showcases the transformative power of professional development in our industry. Discover how pursuing the CEM designation became a pivotal step that elevated her from practitioner to industry leader, proving that continuous learning remains essential even for seasoned professionals.

Tactics That Make Events Unforgettable

How do you upgrade your exhibition into a profitable experience that leave attendees wanting more? What legal pitfalls await organizers venturing into international markets, and how can a “good story” pose a greater security threat than obvious physical dangers? Discover the strategic insights and hard-won lessons from industry leaders who have successfully navigated these challenges and more in our deep dive into modern event excellence.

Navigating Washington’s Policy Shifts and Their Effect on Business Events

From tariffs affecting international exhibitors to evolving tax policies impacting event budgets, Washington's policy decisions are quietly reshaping the exhibitions and events industry. The changes ahead could dramatically impact business events’ bottom line as well as international participation. ECA’s Tommy Goodwin breaks down the four key areas every industry professional should understand to stay competitive and compliant.

Patrick McCormick Uses His CEM Knowledge to Transform Client Relationships

IAEE is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its CEM Learning Program! Patrick McCormick shares how earning his CEM designation elevated him from a venue representative into a trusted strategic partner who speaks the language of exhibition professionals. Discover how the comprehensive CEM coursework equipped him with practical tools that not only strengthened client relationships but also positioned Atlantic City as a premier convention destination through deeper industry expertise and credibility.

ICYMI: Lessons from the IAEE Women’s Leadership Forum

The 2025 IAEE Women’s Leadership Forum challenged much of what we think we know about success, revealing groundbreaking strategies that transform stress into fuel, negotiations into conversations and saying “no” into a superpower. Discover the proven frameworks that are helping women leaders excel while maintaining balance, purpose and joy in both their careers and personal lives.

The Horizon for Our Evolving Workforce

As the U.S. workforce faces its most dramatic generational shift with 11,000 Americans turning 65 daily, IAEE Chairperson Chuck Grouzard presents a compelling roadmap for transforming potential crisis into unprecedented opportunity.

CEM Spotlight on Kate Feuling, CEM

Kate Feuling, CEM shares how earning the CEM designation has enhanced her contributions to the exhibitions and events industry.

Stop Treating RFPs Like Shopping Lists and More Like the Secret to Building Highly Successful Partnerships

What if the humble RFP could actually be your secret weapon for creating game-changing vendor partnerships? The most successful exhibition organizers have cracked the code: they’ve transformed their RFPs from boring procurement checklists into strategic partnership blueprints that drive innovation, slash costs and create unforgettable experiences. Here's how you can join their ranks and revolutionize your vendor relationships starting with your very next RFP.

Sponsorship Gold Rush: Unlock the Game-Changing Strategies That Turn Prospects into Profit

What if mastering the fundamentals of relationship-driven selling, strategic technology integration and purpose-aligned partnerships could transform struggling programs into thriving revenue generators? The Spotlight on Success learning track at Expo! Expo! 2024 delivered exactly that – practical strategies for building meaningful partnerships, leveraging technology for relationship management and aligning with evolving market demands to unlock unprecedented growth potential.

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