Tag: Events

Why is Expo! Expo! so important to me?

By Bill McGlade, CEM, Director of Account Management, a2z, Inc. Oh, and this one time, at Expo! Expo!… It’s that time of year. The leaves are falling, holiday decorations are out, snow is in the […]

From the MATSO Perspective…An Interview with Kelly Kilga, CEM, at Graphic Arts Show Co., Inc (GASC)

IAEE recently sat down with Kelly Kilga, CEM, Director of Operations at Graphic Arts Show Co., Inc (GASC) to learn more about her industry experience as a MATSO (Major American Trade Show Organizer) member. Kelly […]

It’s All About Education at Expo! Expo!

IAEE staff and members of the Expo! Expo! committee have been hard at work putting together one of the best education schedules we’ve ever had at Expo! Expo!. We have scheduled over 70+ learning opportunities […]

Expo! Expo!: Is it worth it? YES!

By Karen Eppsteiner, Director of Event Sales, Electronic Retailing Association Every year I set a mission for Expo! Expo!: come away with 3 new ideas for my shows and events.  Like all of you, during […]

Get the real story about IAEE’s Expo! Expo!

Expo! Expo! is fast approaching and we are so excited about this year’s annual meeting and exhibition. With more than 70+ learning opportunities over three days both ON and OFF the show floor, 10+ planned […]

Doing Business as Tradeshows Are Intended

By Tim Hemphill, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, New Orleans Morial Convention Center I touched my first pipe and drape as soon as I was legal to work, over 40 years ago, having no idea […]

Trends in Education

Originally published in Trade Show Executive, October 2015 Edition Last month I talked about the things that keep me up at night, one of the most prominent being our offerings at Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual […]

Public Events Council Spotlight Joe Cascio

IAEE sat down with Joe Cascio to learn more about his background in the public events sector.  Joe is the General Manager at the New Jersey Convention Center and the Garden State Exhibit Center and […]

Previous 20 Under 30 Honorees & Their Experience at #ExpoExpo

IAEE’s 20 under 30 program is for young-professional, exhibition organizer members who may not be supported by their companies to attend Expo! Expo!  The program provides industry education for professional growth in the exhibitions and […]

Launching Your Career at Expo! Expo!

By Amanda Padron, CTA, Operations Coordinator, The Collective Group Expo! Expo! is a valuable experience While each year at Expo! Expo! is different, it never lacks in valuable learning and networking experiences. One of the […]

Expo! Expo! is the “Can’t Miss” Event of the Year for Show Producers

By, Eric Udler, Producer, All Show Services Every December I look forward to Expo! Expo! No other event in the trade show industry offers the depth and breadth of networking and education. Since the early […]

What Keeps Me Up at Night

Originally published in Trade Show Executive, September 2015 Edition As president and CEO of IAEE, what keep me up at night aside from my new puppy Jackson? There are many things but none that is […]

5 Tips for Young Professionals to Prepare for Expo! Expo! 2015 in Baltimore

By Kimberly Zonca, CEM It’s that time of year again – time to register for Expo! Expo! With the Discount rates expiring on September 30, many Young Professionals have already registered and are set for […]

What Makes a Good Entry – Art of the Show Insider Tip #7

THERE ARE LESS THAN 10 DAYS REMAINING TO ENTER IAEE’s ART OF THE SHOW! HURRY, SUBMIT TODAY! IAEE’s Art of the Show Competition celebrates outstanding promotion of exhibitions and events in 15 categories, including Signage/Decoration […]

Decision Time

Special contribution by Dana Freker Doody, VP Corporate Communications, The Expo Group My car was old. It needed work. Expensive work. I knew it. I’d known for months. But I loved my car. I didn’t […]

What Makes a Good Entry – Art of the Show Insider Tip #6

Submissions to IAEE’s Art of the Show Competition are due 30 September! Don’t wait, enter today! IAEE’s Art of the Show Competition celebrates outstanding promotion of exhibitions and events in 15 categories, including Show Daily, […]

Public Events Council Spotlight Eric Udler

IAEE sat down with Eric Udler, producer with All Show Services and former Chair of the Public Events Council to learn more about his background in the public events sector. Eric has been a longtime […]

What Makes a Good Entry – Art of the Show Insider Tip #5

IAEE’s Art of the Show Competition celebrates outstanding promotion of exhibitions and events in 15 categories, including Print Advertising and Show Daily. These elements comprise a well-rounded marketing plan, but what makes them so effective? […]

Spotlight on Megan Tanel, CEM & 2015 Chairperson of the IAEE Board of Directors

IAEE sat down with Megan Tanel, CEM and 2015 Chairperson of the IAEE Board of Directors for a chat about her involvement with the organization and her journey in the exhibitions industry. Megan is the […]

Experience #ExpoExpo Personally and Professionally

By John Toner, Vice President, Convention and Industry Relations, United Fresh Produce Association As the chair of the 2015 Expo! Expo! Advisory Committee, I have often asked myself, “what does Expo!Expo! mean to me?” It’s […]