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The trade show industry is evolving at lightning speed—and the data proves it. Discover why Expo! Expo! 2025 is breaking the mold by integrating learning directly onto the show floor, tackling sustainability head-on and creating an experience designed to transform how you think about events. Ready to shape the future instead of just watching it unfold?
As technology reshapes the industry at lightning speed, IAEE Chair Chuck Grouzard explores how we can balance technological potential with human values and create trade shows that truly serve everyone.
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.
IAEE Chairperson Chuck Grouzard examines how forward-thinking organizers are leveraging AI-driven matchmaking, year-round digital engagement and data analytics to create experiences that make attendees fear missing out on future events. The question isn't whether your organization will adapt to this digital awakening, it's whether you'll lead the transformation or watch competitors leave you behind.
As we navigate an increasingly fragmented world, IAEE Chairperson Chuck Grouzard reveals why trade shows have evolved far beyond simple transactions to become powerful "living laboratories" where spontaneous collaboration sparks solutions to the biggest global business challenges. Discover how industry leaders are redefining success metrics, championing sustainability and proving that meaningful human connections remain irreplaceable in our digital age, and why the stakes have never been higher for getting this right.
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.
Recognition builds more than pride, it creates the resilient professional community our industry needs to thrive. IAEE Chairperson Chuck Grouzard explores how celebrating excellence inspires innovation, attracts talent and transforms our collective future.
In a powerful call to action, IAEE Chairperson Chuck Grouzard emphasizes the critical importance of industry-wide participation in the upcoming ECA Legislative Action Day on May 29 and uniting our voices in Washington to shape the legislation that will impact the future of exhibitions and events.
IAEE Chairperson Chuck Grouzard shares powerful insights on women's leadership and calls for action this Women's History Month.
2025 IAEE Chairperson Chuck Grouzard 2025 reflects on how the exhibitions and events industry must evolve to meet the expectations of Gen Z and Millennial leaders, who prioritize technology integration, social responsibility and collaborative learning environments.
2025 IAEE Chairperson Chuck Grouzard rings in the new year by sharing his vision for the exhibitions and events industry in 2025.
IAEE Chairperson Marie Browne reflects on the gains made by the exhibitions and events industry in 2024 .
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