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One Voice. One Industry. One Day.

Your industry is being shaped by decisions made in Washington – on trade, travel, taxes and the workforce – and the window to influence those decisions is now. On 28 May, the business events community has a rare opportunity to walk the halls of Congress and make its voice heard where it counts most. IAEE Chairperson Brian Pagel explains why this moment matters and how you can be part of it.

Your Voice Matters in Shaping the Industry’s Future

Washington’s decisions on trade, travel and taxes will directly impact 2026 exhibitions and events. Join ECA’s Tommy Goodwin as he breaks down the policy priorities that matter most in his upcoming webinar and shows you how to make your voice heard where it counts. Read on for a preview of what’s at stake for your business and why now is the time to get involved.

The Expert View from Capitol Hill and What it Means for You

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.

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.

Upcoming U.S. Policy Shifts and Their Potential Impact on Exhibitions and Events

As seismic policy changes take shape in Washington, D.C., the exhibitions and events industry foresees opportunities and challenges that could reshape how we do business. In this exclusive interview, Tommy Goodwin, Vice President of Government Affairs at the Exhibitions and Conferences Alliance (ECA), breaks down the critical issues facing our industry.

Understanding Business Sustainability in the Context of Environmental Thresholds

Oxford Economics examines the sobering outlook for environmental concerns and their ramifications on business processes, including those that may not be as obvious yet will be significantly impactful.

DE&I Spotlight on Carrie Ferenac

IAEE DE&I Committee Member Carrie Ferenac shares her perspective on how members of the industry can improve their awareness and support of DE&I within exhibitions and events.

The Value Proposition of Inclusive Leadership

IAEE President and CEO David DuBois discusses how inclusive leadership increases the bottom line for organizations.

DE&I Spotlight on Kareem Salvant

IAEE DE&I Committee Member Kareem Salvant shares his perspective on how members of the industry can improve their awareness and support of DE&I within exhibitions and events.

Passing the Baton

David DuBois reflects on the successes that built his 47-year career in the exhibitions and events industry, and his legacy at IAEE over the past 11 years.

DE&I Spotlight on Dennis Smith

IAEE Chairperson Dennis Smith offers his perspective on how far the industry has advanced in its DE&I efforts, where he would like to see it progress, and ways in which he believes it can get there.

DE&I Spotlight on Sonia Fong, MBA

IAEE DE&I Committee Member Sonia Fong shares how Louisville Tourism supports DE&I initiatives and her thoughts on simple ways you can help advance progress throughout the industry.
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