Member Toolkit
Thank you for your membership.
Getting involved with the organization and the vast array of benefits we offer will allow you to experience the true value of your IAEE membership. We encourage you to participate in our member communities, local chapter activities, committees and volunteer opportunities. We are committed to helping you succeed and hope this virtual tour will guide you through getting involved, staying connected and experiencing the value of IAEE.
Our Mission
IAEE globally promotes the unique value of exhibitions and events and is the principal resource for those who plan, produce and service the industry.
Tips for Your New Membership
IAEE MemberLink is AMAZING!
Your peers are on MemberLink daily. In 2022, 1,000 conversations took place in our online community platform. You name it, it was talked about! Simply login with your individual IAEE username and password and begin the IAEE journey.
MemberLink is exclusive to IAEE members and includes:
- Open forum discussions with professional peers on a wide array of topics.
- Show Management Community Discussions only available to organizers with topics and conversations submitted daily – get experienced help and advice from peers in the industry.
- Access to IAEE member directories and specialized communities such as Digital Strategy, New to the Industry, Young Professionals, Women in Leadership, MATSO (Major American Trade Show Organizers) and more!
Connect with Your Chapter
Chapter events are where you will meet exhibitions and events professionals. Our chapters offer regularly in-person and/or virtual events, some for education programs and other times for casual meetups and volunteer projects in their local communities. Attending chapter events connects you with other like-minded peers that walk in your shoes each day.
CEIR Reports and CEIR Blog
As a member of IAEE, you get complimentary access to CEIR reports. Download the most up-to-date research on the B2B exhibitions industry with hundreds of reports to choose from. Also, check out the CEIR blog, where experts share research and insights.
Webinars and On-Demand Content
All webinars, both upcoming and on-demand are housed in Elevate, IAEE’s Learning Management System. Use your IAEE member login to access most webinars AT NO CHARGE. Webinars are eligible for one (1) clock hour each.
IAEE Preferred Partners
Through the Preferred Partners Program, IAEE has partnered with great organizations that provide our members discounts on their services! The buying power of IAEE Members enables us to extend partner relationships with companies that in turn offer their products and services to IAEE members at reduced prices.
Marketplaces for Connecting and Expanding Networks
IAEE has created several marketplaces to bring your brand in front of qualified buyers. No other association has the breadth and depth of organizer contacts like IAEE. Be sure to keep your company and individual profiles up to date. The ultimate IAEE marketplace:
- Expo! Expo!: the “show for shows” is an annual trade show and conference that takes place in December. There is no larger concentration of qualified buyers – 88% of buyers have purchasing power at Expo! Expo!. Wow!
How Else May I Get Involved?
Volunteer Opportunities
IAEE has a variety of opportunities for you to express your talents. You can speak at events, write articles, volunteer for a committee and much more. IAEE offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities:
- Volunteer for a committee to expand your technical or personal skills.
- Get involved with a chapter with committees and other volunteer activities.
Professional Education
Throughout the year, several meetings and educational programs are offered both at the chapter and international levels. In addition, IAEE offers the Certified in Exhibition Management (CEM) Learning Program, a cutting-edge educational and certification program specifically designed for the exhibitions and events industry. Let IAEE be your educational source.
Careers
Whether you’re an individual looking for a full time job, contract work, intern position, or an organization trying to fill a position or contract with a qualified freelance professional, ExhibitionIndustryJOBS.com is a valuable resource for you.
