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Mid-South Chapter: 2026 IAEE Mid-South Annual Chapter Meeting & Featured Session

September 30 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Join Us for an Exciting Annual Meeting!

30 September 2026, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM ET

Get ready to dive into the highlights of our first official year back as a re-instated chapter! Our annual meeting promises to be an uplifting experience where you’ll hear all about our achievements, challenges, and the incredible journey we’ve embarked on together. Stay for Lunch and Learn Fun!

But that’s not all! After the meeting, stick around for some delicious lunch and listen to an engaging session on building relationships with your audience. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow members, share ideas, and spark new inspiration.

Don’t miss out on this exciting event!

Schedule:

  • 11:00 AM – Registration & Check-In (Room M102)
  • 11:30 AM – Annual Meeting with IAEE Mid-South Chapter Board Members
  • 12:00 PM – Lunch & Learn Session (This session is eligible for 1 clock hour towards CEM recertification.)

“Elevating Cross-Generational Member and Sponsor Relationships” by Ed Wallace

    • This highly interactive breakout will be aligned with the IAEE members’ desire to navigate the four generations in the marketplace and create high-end, meaningful relationships with their own members and sponsors. Bestselling author and renowned business relationship expert, Ed Wallace, will share the “Max the taxicab driver” story that illustrates his approach to building competitor-proof relationships as well as the concepts/takeaways that follow:
      • Shared understanding of each generation in the marketplace.
      • Ways to communicate and build strong relationships across generations:

Displaying the Principle of Worthy Intent

        • Locating Relational GPS® – the roadmap for successful business relationships
        • Applying the Essential Qualities of Relational Capital – credibility, integrity, authenticity
        • Developing impactful, consistent value propositions in the language of your member/sponsor

Your WHY – the Denny Kellington Story

        • Max’s inspiring legacy
        • At least one relationship building idea the participants can use immediately
        • 1:00 PM – tours of the Kentucky International Convention Center

Want to join in on some additional fun? Thank you to our sponsor, the Global Polymer Summit (GPS), you’re invited to attend some excursions or walk their show floor.

Tuesday, 29 September, 4:00 – 5:00 PM — GPS Networking Reception – FREE

Wednesday, 30 September, 4:00 – 5:00 PM — GPS Networking Reception – FREE

Thursday, 01 October, 10:40 AM – 12:00 PM — Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory Tour – $20

Thursday, 01 October, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM — Kentucky Derby Museum – $20

Kentucky International Convention Center, 221 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40202, USA

General Admission Price: $25.00

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

 

 

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