IAEE Insights for 2026: Navigating Trends, Unlocking Opportunities

Webinar Description:
As we enter 2026, the exhibitions industry continues to advance, navigating a dynamic and evolving landscape. To not just sustain but accelerate this progress, it’s vital to rethink how we engage our members and innovate our approaches. Staying ahead means embracing emerging trends, unlocking new business opportunities, and delivering exceptional value that drives strong ROI, deeper engagement, and wider audience reach.
As we look into 2026, we must explore the path before us. What challenges must we overcome, and which opportunities can we seize to elevate success for every stakeholder involved?
Join us for a forward-looking session featuring IAEE President and CEO, Marsha Flanagan, M.Ed., CEM, and Brian Pagel, IAEE Chairperson and Executive Vice President at Emerald X as they unveil IAEE’s strategic roadmap for the year ahead. We’ll unpack key trends shaping the world of exhibitions, conduct a fresh analysis of current market dynamics, and explore actionable strategies designed to inspire meaningful transformation and sustained growth for this new year.
Learning Objectives:
- Discover IAEE’s roadmap for the upcoming year
- Explore key trends to anticipate in 2026
- Gain strategies to help you unlock and navigate new opportunities.
IAEE webinars are free to members and available to non-members for $49. Eligible to earn 1 Clock Hour towards CEM recertification.
Presenter(s): IAEE President and CEO, Marsha Flanagan, M.Ed., CEM, and Brad Pagel, IAEE Chairperson and Executive Vice President at Emerald X


