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Ryan Lovell is Building IAEE’s Future One Leader at a Time

What does it take to transform a local chapter while simultaneously teaching thousands of professionals across four continents? Discover how Chapter Merit Award Winner Ryan Lovell balances governance innovation with global education and learn the strategies he uses to create lasting impact in the exhibitions and events industry. Whether you’re looking to step up in your own chapter or expand your influence beyond borders, Ryan can show you how to get it done!

Julie Sullivan’s Playbook Includes a Masterclass in Chapter Revival

What do you do when your chapter is on life support and others have walked away? Chapter Merit Award winner Julie Sullivan didn’t just answer that question – she turned a seemingly insurmountable challenge into a masterclass in transformational leadership. Discover the unconventional strategies and hard-won lessons that took the Rocky Mountain Chapter from sputtering to record-breaking events, and learn why her approach is changing how IAEE chapters think about survival and growth.

2024 IAEE Award Winner Scott Crawford Elevates Industry Standards through Visionary Leadership

Scott Crawford’s remarkable 23-year IAEE journey has positioned him as one of the industry's most respected voices. As the Chair of the IAEE Southeastern Chapter and a Senior Vice President at GES, this IAEE Chapter Merit Award Winner brings a unique dual perspective that combines corporate success with association leadership.

2024 IAEE Award Winner Christen Tye is a Fierce Chapter Advocate

IAEE Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter leader Christen Tye is passionate about bridging chapter engagement with professional development in ways that are taking the chapter to new heights. In this exclusive interview, we uncover how this IAEE Chapter Merit Award winner’s leadership approach is creating ripple effects throughout the exhibitions and events community.

2024 IAEE Award Winner Sarah Griffin Embodies Purpose-Driven Leadership

When leadership meets passion, extraordinary things happen. Sarah Griffin has transformed the Rocky Mountain Chapter through innovative strategies, mentorship and a commitment to bringing fresh energy to professional development. Learn how her commitment to setting new standards for chapter engagement earned her the 2024 IAEE Chapter Merit Award.

2024 IAEE Award Winner Brendon Winters is an Engagement Powerhouse

What happens when fresh perspective meets dedication? In just eight months, Brendon Winters transformed the IAEE Washington, D.C. Chapter's digital presence from modest to magnificent, earning him the IAEE Chapter Merit Award. Discover how this social media newcomer turned inexperience into advantage, revolutionizing chapter communications and setting new standards for member engagement.

IAEE Spotlight on 2023 Chapter Merit Award Winner Ray Baum

Chapter leader and champion Ray Baum has dedicated himself to making sure the IAEE DFW and Southwest Chapters deliver powerful benefits to their members. In this interview, the Chapter Merit Award winner shares why he loves being at the forefront of IAEE’s initiatives.

IAEE Spotlight on 2023 Chapter Merit Award Winner Yalonde Tanner

After nearly 30 years of involvement with IAEE, Southeastern Chapter Chair Yalonde Tanner is a beloved member of the industry whose commitment has made a profound impact on her chapter. In this interview, the Chapter Merit Award winner shares what inspires her to bolster her chapter’s success year after year.

IAEE Spotlight on 2023 Chapter Merit Award Winner Sarah Kokernot, CEM, CMP

Members of IAEE’s Central Texas Chapter refer to Sarah Kokernot as a saving grace for stepping into her leadership role with enthusiasm and determination. Learn how this Chapter Merit Award Winner infuses new and fresh ideas to the chapter’s initiatives while earning admiration and respect from her colleagues.

IAEE Award Winner Spotlight on Gwen Venable, CEM

Congratulations to #IAEEAwards winner, Gwen Venable, CEM on earning the 2021 IAEE Chapter Merit Award!
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