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LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T184655Z
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SUMMARY:Organizer Insights Hour- August
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Fostering Exhibitor Relations
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/organizer-insights-hour-august-15aug25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Events,Insights Hours,Show Organizer Insights Hours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250812T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250805T145503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T145503Z
UID:10000391-1755010800-1755018000@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Rocky Mountain Chapter Event: Member Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/rocky-mountain-chapter-event-member-meet-up-12aug25/
LOCATION:Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center\, 6700 N. Gaylord Rockies Blvd\, Aurora\, CO\, 80019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250109T192410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T012619Z
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SUMMARY:IAEE Women's Insights Hour - August 2025
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the Double Bind: Overcoming Conflicting Expectations for Women in Leadership \nJoin us for an open and empowering discussion focused on the often-invisible challenges women face in leadership and everyday interactions—the double binds that create conflicting expectations. How do you strike the right balance between being assertive but not perceived as aggressive? How can you be collaborative yet decisive? What does it mean to be strong and likable at the same time without compromising your authentic self? \nFacilitators:  \nLeeAnn Norton\, CEM-AP\, COO\, ConnexFM | The Multi-Site Facilities Management Network and Stacy Powers\, CEM\, Vice President of Learning
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/iaee-womens-insights-hour-august-2025-12aug25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Events,Insights Hours,Womens Insights
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20241223T181158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T181158Z
UID:10000205-1754643600-1754667000@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Strategic Planning and Management - CEM Week
DESCRIPTION:In order for organizations that plan\, manage or own exhibitions and events to remain competitive\, they must continually define and review their strategies.  This includes measuring where an event falls within a particular market segment\, developing plans to ensure business continuity\, and positioning an exhibition or event for success. \nAfter completing this course\, the participant should be able to: \nPART ONE: DEFINE EXHIBITIONS \n\nUse the CEIR Census and CEIR Index Report to gain an understanding of the current scope and performance of the exhibition industry\nUnderstand the differences between business-to-business and business-to-consumer exhibitions\nExplain the roles of the exhibition organizer\, attendee and exhibitor\nIdentify the purposes for corporate private exhibitions and events and understand their target audiences\nDiscuss the principal ways that exhibitions can be grown\n\nPART TWO: STRATEGIC ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT: PROCESS AND OUTCOMES \n\nDefine strategic enterprise management (SEM)\nCompare the various models of strategic planning\nIdentify and define the major components of a strategic plan\nUnderstand experience design principles to optimize the overall experience of stakeholders and attendees\nUnderstand how to incorporate principles of EDI\, sustainability\, and health and safety into event design\nDescribe a basic strategic planning process\nDifferentiate between strategic enterprise management and the strategic planning process\nExplain the benefits of strategic planning and management\n\nPART THREE: PROJECT MANAGEMENT: MANAGING SUCCESSFUL EXHIBITIONS \n\nIdentify the major elements in the project management process\nDemonstrate the role of project management in developing goals and objectives\nIdentify the elements in a work breakdown structure\nIdentify the requirements necessary to effectively manage and motivate a project management team\n\nThis course is part of CEM Week at the Freeman office in Alexandria\, VA and will be held from 9:00am – 3:30pm. Those staying to take the exam will have an optional 30-minute study period followed by an hour for the exam. You must read the workbook ahead of class. \nLocation: CEM Week\, Freeman office\, Alexandria\, VA \nFee: $299 for members; $440 for non-members
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/strategic-planning-and-management-cem-week-08aug25/
LOCATION:Freeman Alexandria\, 11 Canal Center Plaza Suite 100\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEM,CEM On-Location,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T091500
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250617T150400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T150400Z
UID:10000376-1754641800-1754644500@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:DFW Chapter Event: Donuts & Dish
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/dfw-chapter-event-donuts-dish-2-08aug25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20241223T175506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T175626Z
UID:10000204-1754557200-1754580600@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Security\, Risk and Crisis Management - CEM Week
DESCRIPTION:Risk management is a continuing process that identifies\, analyzes\, evaluates\, and addresses exposures and monitor’s risk. This involves evaluating the security needs for an event and if a crisis should occur\, having a crisis management team in place to manage it. \nAfter completing this course\, the participant should be able to: \nPART ONE: Security \n\nList security components of site selection\nIdentify the security needs of exhibitions and events\nIdentify essential elements of a request for proposal for a security vendor\nEvaluate security requests for proposal responses to hire a competent security contractor\n\nPART TWO: Risk Management \n\nExplain the principles of risk management as related to insurance coverage\nList types of events and exhibition insurance\nExplain the concept of event cancellation insurance\nGeneralize the importance of requiring certificates of insurance from exhibitors\nExplore the concept of protecting against losses\n\nPART THREE: Crisis Management \n\nDefine a crisis and understand how to prepare for a variety of crises\nDevelop the basics of a crisis management plan\nIdentify various types of threats\nIdentify evaluation procedures for a crisis management plan\n\nThis course is part of CEM Week at the Freeman office in Alexandria\, VA and will be held from 9:00am – 3:30pm. Those staying to take the exam will have an optional 30-minute study period followed by an hour for the exam. You must read the workbook ahead of class. \nLocation: CEM Week\, Freeman office\, Alexandria\, VA \nFee: $299 for members; $440 for non-members
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/security-risk-and-crisis-management-cem-week-07aug25/
LOCATION:Freeman Alexandria\, 11 Canal Center Plaza Suite 100\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEM,CEM On-Location,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20241223T172717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T172717Z
UID:10000203-1754470800-1754494200@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Finance\, Budgeting and Contracts - CEM Week
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the terminology and application of accounting\, finance and budgeting fundamentals allows the exhibition organizer to make a greater contribution to the growth and financial success of the organization. It is essential to develop a budget and manage the financial strategies of the exhibition. A well-developed and well-administered budget is crucial to enabling the exhibition organizer to accurately project and monitor income and expenses\, track cash flow and cost controls and ultimately measure the success of the event and the organization’s return on investment. \nAfter completing this course\, the participant should be able to: \nPART 1 – Budget Management  \n\nIdentify and define common revenue and expense sources for exhibitions and events\nDesign practical fee structures for registration\, exhibits\, sponsorships and advertisements\nExplain basic accounting principles\nCreate an exhibition or event budget\n\nPART 2 – Accounting Principles  \n\nIdentify key elements in financial statements used by the exhibition organizer\nInterpret financial statements to demonstrate the value of the exhibition\nUnderstand how to manage the master account\nPrepare and manage cash flow statements; manage and control cash\nCalculate return on investment (ROI)\n\nPART 3 – Basics of Hotel and Venue Contracts  \n\nRecognize the importance of proper contracts for exhibitors\, facilities and vendors\nDiscuss the importance of cancellation and performance clauses\nExplain force majeure and how it may impact an exhibition\nList possible concessions and explain how they are determined\nDefine the terminology in standard hotel and facility contracts\nReview provisions and clauses commonly included in hotel and facility contracts\n\nThis course is part of CEM Week at the Freeman office in Alexandria\, VA and will be held from 9:00am – 3:30pm. Those staying to take the exam will have an optional 30-minute study period followed by an hour for the exam. You must read the workbook ahead of class. \nLocation: CEM Week\, Freeman office\, Alexandria\, VA \nFee: $299 for members; $440 for non-members
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/finance-budgeting-and-contracts-cem-week/
LOCATION:Freeman Alexandria\, 11 Canal Center Plaza Suite 100\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEM,CEM On-Location,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250605T181138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T211217Z
UID:10000374-1754469000-1754492400@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Exhibitor Relations
DESCRIPTION:Exhibitors are a critical stakeholder in the exhibitions and events industry that are often misunderstood or overlooked. Understanding how to partner with exhibitors to ensure their success will help drive value for the show organizer\, the exhibitor and the attendee. It is important for show organizers to understand the root causes of pain points for exhibitors and what systems\, processes and solutions a show organizer can implement to address the needs of their exhibitors and create success for all stakeholders. \nAfter completing this course\, the participant should be able to: \n\nAccurately identify all stakeholder groups and their role in the exhibitions industry\nDescribe what elements of an RFP can be negotiated and how those choices may impact the exhibitors\, both positively and negatively\nExplain the current pain points for exhibitors\, including the root cause of those pain points and possible ways to address them to benefit both the exhibitor and the trade show stakeholders\nDescribe the differences between show rules\, union rules and venue rules\nExplain the importance of communicating with and resolving issues for exhibitors\, including identifying practical systems\, processes and solutions to address these situations\nSet sustainability goals for a trade show and understand the driving factors to encourage participation from exhibitors\nDevelop and implement DE&I initiatives to create an inclusive experience\nRecall a range of technology and understand how to use it effectively\nSupport exhibitors in calculating ROI through the use of data and metrics\n\nThere will be an optional 30-minute study period followed by an hour for the exam. Those that are recertifying\, not taking the exam\, or taking the course as not part of the CEM program will end their day at 3:00pm Central Time. This course is eligible for 5 clock hours towards recertification. \nInstructor: Stephanie Rapko\, CMP\, CEM \nFee: $299 for members; $299 for non-members \nThis course is sponsored by the IAEE Northern CA Chapter. \n 
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/exhibitor-relations-06aug25/
LOCATION:Moscone Center\, 701 Howard St\, San Francisco\, California\, 94103\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEM,CEM On-Location,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250519T214556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T152248Z
UID:10000362-1754384400-1754499600@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:CEM Advanced Professional (CEM-AP) – Leading and Negotiating for Success
DESCRIPTION:Description and Learning Objectives: \nThis two-day course can be taken as a stand-alone or as part of the CEM-AP program. It is scheduled for 5-6 August 2025 during CEM Week in Alexandria\, VA. \nLeading in today’s world requires a strong understanding of how as individuals we think\, believe\, analyze and negotiate. It’s the subtle way leaders must create and claim value when negotiating while strengthening individual and organizational relationships.  How you create that mindset that is needed for success is as equally important.  Students will be presented with multiple concepts to help them choose and develop mindsets that are aligned with the context of their situation.  Finally\, you will think more analytically and improve performance at all stages of negotiation from preparation to debrief. \nStudents will be able to: \n\nAnalyze the neurological mechanisms of how we respond to uncertainty and complexity\nGenerate greater insight into to how people’s mindset impacts their ability to lead\nUnderstand the need to go beyond one’s comfort zone to grow as a leader\nExplain how their inner narrative impacts their decision-making ability\nClaim more value when negotiating while preserving relationships\nAnalyze negotiation results to improve personal and organizational performance\n\nInstructor: Dr. Sam Potolicchio \nFee: $1400 for members and non-members \nDate(s): 5 – 6 August 2025 \nTime(s): 9:00am – 5:00pm Eastern Time
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/cem-advanced-program-cem-ap-leading-and-negotiating-for-success-05aug25/
LOCATION:Freeman Alexandria\, 11 Canal Center Plaza Suite 100\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEM,CEM On-Location
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20241223T170939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T170939Z
UID:10000202-1754384400-1754407800@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Exhibitor Relations - CEM Week
DESCRIPTION:Exhibitors are a critical stakeholder in the exhibitions and events industry that are often misunderstood or overlooked. Understanding how to partner with exhibitors to ensure their success will help drive value for the show organizer\, the exhibitor and the attendee. It is important for show organizers to understand the root causes of pain points for exhibitors and what systems\, processes and solutions a show organizer can implement to address the needs of their exhibitors and create success for all stakeholders. \nAfter completing this course\, the participant should be able to: \n• Accurately identify all stakeholder groups and their role in the exhibitions industry\n• Describe what elements of an RFP can be negotiated and how those choices may impact the exhibitors\, both positively and negatively\n• Explain the current pain points for exhibitors\, including the root cause of those pain points and possible ways to address them to benefit both the exhibitor and the trade show stakeholders\n• Describe the differences between show rules\, union rules and venue rules\n• Explain the importance of communicating with and resolving issues for exhibitors\, including identifying practical systems\, processes and solutions to address these situations\n• Set sustainability goals for a trade show and understand the driving factors to encourage participation from exhibitors\n• Develop and implement DE&I initiatives to create an inclusive experience\n• Recall a range of technology and understand how to use it effectively\n• Support exhibitors in calculating ROI through the use of data and metrics \nThis course is part of CEM Week at the Freeman office in Alexandria\, VA and will be held from 9:00am – 3:30pm. Those staying to take the exam will have an optional 30-minute study period followed by an hour for the exam. You must read the workbook ahead of class. \nLocation: CEM Week\, Freeman office\, Alexandria\, VA \nFee: $299 for members; $440 for non-members
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/exhibitor-relations-cem-week-05aug25/
LOCATION:Freeman Alexandria\, 11 Canal Center Plaza Suite 100\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEM,CEM On-Location,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20241223T163047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T163047Z
UID:10000201-1754298000-1754321400@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Exhibition and Event Sales - CEM Week
DESCRIPTION:In order to ensure the success of an event or exhibition\, there are vital elements involved in the planning process that should be conducted from the ground up. No matter how successful or well respected an exhibition may be\, it should be presented as if it were a first-time event – it is the marketing and selling equivalent of zero-based budgeting. This involves highlighting an event’s features and benefits\, understanding the phases of the sales cycle and the need to support sales efforts with the appropriate tools and resources\, and preparing the exhibition prospectus in a comprehensive and engaging way. \nAfter completing this course\, the participant should be able to: \n\nDescribe the exhibition sales process\nIdentify and describe the key steps in the sales cycle\nExplain the importance of relationship selling in the sales process\nIdentify different pricing strategies\nUnderstand partnership and sponsorship sale processes\nExplain the importance of providing stakeholders with measurable Return on Investment (ROI)\nExplain what is involved in creating an international sales strategy\n\nThis course is part of CEM Week at the Freeman office in Alexandria\, VA and will be held from 9:00am – 3:30pm. Those staying to take the exam will have an optional 30-minute study period followed by an hour for the exam. You must read the workbook ahead of class. \nLocation: CEM Week\, Freeman office\, Alexandria\, VA \nFee: $299 for members; $440 for non-members \n 
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/exhibition-and-event-sales-04aug25/
LOCATION:Freeman Alexandria\, 11 Canal Center Plaza Suite 100\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEM,CEM On-Location,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250415T211547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T211547Z
UID:10000346-1753956000-1753966800@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Central Texas Chapter Event: Behind the Scenes Tour ACL Live & Educational Program
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/central-texas-chapter-event-behind-the-scenes-tour-acl-live-educational-program-31jul25/
LOCATION:Austin City Limits Live\, 310 W Willie Nelson Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250522T002555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T002555Z
UID:10000364-1753345800-1753367400@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Floor Plan Development - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:A well-designed floor plan or layout is critical to the success of an exhibition or event. In a rapidly changing business environment\, a floor plan must meet the logistical needs of exhibitors and sponsors and the shopping habits of attendees with sufficient flexibility to adjust for growth or consolidation. \nAfter completing this course\, the participant should be able to: \n\nDefine elements of a successful floor plan\nAnalyze an exhibition’s target market and industry segment to develop a floor plan that meets both exhibitor and attendee needs\nIdentify factors that impact traffic flow on a floor plan to accommodate all populations of attendees\nIdentify the most common booths/stands used in a typical floor plan\nGain an understanding of safety protocols and procedures as they relate to floor plan development\nCreate a floor plan that incorporates the unique features of a venue or facility\nUnderstand and evaluate technology options and tools to maximize\, traffic flow\, sales\, and sponsorships\nIdentify various space assignment systems and how they affect the design of a floor plan\nAnalyze and evaluate past and current floor plans to identify sources of improvement and enhancements to future floor plans\n\nThere will be an optional 30-minute study period followed by an hour for the exam. Those that are recertifying\, not taking the exam\, or taking the course as not part of the CEM program will end their day at 2:30pm Central Time. \nInstructor: Sarah Griffin\, CEM \nFee: $299 for members; $440 for non-members
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/floor-plan-development-virtual-24jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CEM,CEM Virtual,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250522T163926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T163956Z
UID:10000366-1753344000-1753376400@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Attendee Acquisition Roundtable (AAR) - Chicago\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Description:     \nAttendee Acquisition Roundtable (AAR) is a facilitated information-sharing experience where you will engage with the best marketing minds in the industry and share field-tested tactics for acquiring new and more attendees. Take away insights from executives\, managers\, and marketing specialists who walk the walk. \nAAR’s facilitated group dynamic encourages lasting professional relationship-building. Develop face-to-face connections that benefit your organization\, your event\, and your career. \nCredits: Eligible for 5.75 clock hours towards CEM Recertification
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/attendee-acquisition-roundtable-aar-chicago-il-24jul25/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency McCormick Place\, 2233 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEM,CEM On-Location,CEM Preferred Provider,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/cem-certification-badge-2024_1000px_cem-preferred-provider-e1738276350485.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250529T173523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T173523Z
UID:10000369-1753273800-1753277400@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:New York Chapter Event: A Blueprint to Leadership in the Next Era
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/new-york-chapter-event-a-blueprint-to-leadership-in-the-next-era-23july25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_NY.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250529T172423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T172423Z
UID:10000368-1753273800-1753277400@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:DC Chapter Event: A Blueprint to Leadership in the Next Era
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/dc-chapter-event-a-blueprint-to-leadership-in-the-next-era-23jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_DCMDVA.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250417T151556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T151556Z
UID:10000348-1753273800-1753277400@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Southeastern Chapter Event: A Blueprint to Leadership in the Next Era
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/southeastern-chapter-event-a-blueprint-to-leadership-in-the-next-era-23jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_southeast.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250402T224636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T224951Z
UID:10000328-1753273800-1753275600@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:New England Chapter Event: Chapter Webinar- A Blueprint to Leadership in this Next Era
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/new-england-chapter-event-chapter-webinar-a-blueprint-to-leadership-in-this-next-era-23jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_new-england.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T161500
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250314T182408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T182408Z
UID:10000307-1753271100-1753287300@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Rocky Mountain Chapter Event: Chapter Appreciation- Colorado Rockies Game
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/rocky-mountain-chapter-event-chapter-appreciation-colorado-rockies-game-23july25/
LOCATION:Coors Field\, 2001 Blake Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_rocky-mountain.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250617T151309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T151511Z
UID:10000377-1753270200-1753273800@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:DFW Chapter Event: Chapter Webinar - A Blueprint to Leadership in this Next Era
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/dfw-chapter-event-chapter-webinar-a-blueprint-to-leadership-in-this-next-era-23jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_dallas-fort-worth.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250529T185112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T185112Z
UID:10000372-1753270200-1753273800@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Central Texas Chapter Event: A Blueprint to Leadership in the Next Era
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/central-texas-chapter-event-a-blueprint-to-leadership-in-the-next-era-23jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_central-texas.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250529T175836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T175836Z
UID:10000370-1753270200-1753273800@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Midwestern Chapter Event: A Blueprint to Leadership in the Next Era
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/midwestern-chapter-event-a-blueprint-to-leadership-in-the-next-era-23jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_MW.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250417T151051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T151051Z
UID:10000347-1753263000-1753266600@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Southwest Chapter Event: A Blueprint to Leadership in the Next Era
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/southwest-chapter-event-a-blueprint-to-leadership-in-the-next-era-23jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_southwest.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250715T135041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T135041Z
UID:10000384-1753189200-1753192800@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Southwest Chapter Event: Capitol Conversations - What Happened in Washington + ECA Updates You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/southwest-chapter-event-capitol-conversations-what-happened-in-washington-eca-updates-you-need-to-know-22jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_southwest.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250527T142047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T142047Z
UID:10000367-1752858000-1752865200@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:DC Chapter Event: Emerging Professionals Summer Outing
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/dc-chapter-event-emerging-professionals-summer-outing-18jul25/
LOCATION:Atlas Brew Works & Andy’s Pizza Carlyle Crossing\, 2429 Mandeville Lane\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_DCMDVA.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250115T174324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T212354Z
UID:10000249-1752843600-1752847200@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Organizer Insights Hour - July
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/organizer-insights-hour-july-18july25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Events,Insights Hours,Show Organizer Insights Hours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Show-Organizer-Insights_Square.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250707T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T200423Z
UID:10000379-1752744600-1752748200@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Midsouth Chapter Event: Coffee & Convo
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/midsouth-chapter-event-coffee-convo-17jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_Mid-South.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250506T212711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T212711Z
UID:10000358-1752739200-1752858000@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:Southeastern Chapter Event: 34th Annual Southeastern Classic
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/southeastern-chapter-event-34th-annual-southeastern-classic17jul25/
LOCATION:Classic Center\, 300 N Thomas St\, Athens\, GA\, 30601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iaee-chapter-social-profile-pic_southeast.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250514T164856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T164856Z
UID:10000361-1752661800-1752665400@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:IAEE & ECA Advocacy Update: The 4 “T's” of Washington\, DC Impacting the Industry
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Description: \nJoin us for this IAEE webinar featuring an advocacy update from the Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA). ECA Executive Vice President\, Tommy Goodwin\, will update IAEE members on the 4 “Ts” of Washington\, DC impacting the industry: tariffs\, travel\, taxes\, and talent. Stay informed and empowered as we discuss the evolving landscape of advocacy and its impact on our industry. \nIAEE webinars are free to members and available to non-members for $49. Eligible to earn 1 Clock Hour towards CEM recertification. \nBrought to you by: New Orleans Morial Convention Center and New Orleans & Company
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/iaee-eca-advocacy-update-the-4-ts-of-washington-dc-impacting-the-industry-16jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Events,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Generic-Webinar-Square.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235229
CREATED:20250123T185728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T212318Z
UID:10000257-1752580800-1752584400@www.iaee.com
SUMMARY:New Member Insights Hour-July
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaee.com/event/new-member-insights-hour-july-15jul25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Events,Insights Hours,New Member Insights
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.iaee.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/New-Member-Insights_Square.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR