Tag: Exhibitions Mean Business

Advocacy in the Wake of COVID-19

IAEE President & CEO David DuBois, CMP, CAE, FASAE, CTA speaks on the importance of continual advocacy for the exhibitions and events industry, the important initiatives the Exhibitions Mean Business team is taking on and how you can join in spreading the word.

Advocacy’s Role in Our COVID-19 Recovery

IAEE President and CEO David DuBois, CMP, CAE, FASAE, CTA relays the importance of becoming industry advocates to support the recovery of our industry.

Leading through Disruption

Read IAEE President and CEO David DuBois’ thoughts on how to lead through disruption to find the most effective path to the road for recovery.

State of the Industry

Read IAEE’s President & CEO David DuBois’ State of the Industry in the latest Industry Perspectives blog

Year in Review

Originally published by Trade Show Executive Year’s end always brings with it a certain amount of reflection. We are fortunate to be in a strong industry for which this process is more of an exercise […]

Lessons in Learning

Read IAEE President David DuBois’ letter on the importance of professional development, and the steps taken to ensure education sessions at #ExpoExpo are made in enjoyable and digestible formats.

Shaping the Future of Meeting Spaces

The exhibitions and events industry is experiencing an exciting transformation fueled by the imagination and desires of attendees. Read IAEE President David DuBois’ letter on the importance of collaboration to create unforgettable experiences for everyone involved.

The Industry Needs Your Voice

IAEE places a strong emphasis on advocating for issues that affect the exhibitions and events industry, and #ExhibitionsDay has become a powerful tool for us to do that. Read the latest Capitol Hill updates from IAEE President, David DuBois.

Exhibitions Day: Mission Accomplished

Advocacy for our $97 Billion industry doesn’t stop after #ExhibitionsDay. Read IAEE’s President David DuBois’ letter on this year’s #ExhibitionsDay key issues and how you can get involved year-round to promote the importance of face-to-face business.

Global Outlook from a Bird’s Eye View

Read IAEE President and CEO David DuBois’ thoughts on why your organization should update its global development plan and the importance and value of free trade.

U.S. Event Professionals Meet at Capitol Hill to Advocate for $97B B2B Exhibitions Industry for Exhibitions Day

DALLAS, June 5, 2019 — The Exhibitions Mean Business campaign will host its sixth annual “Exhibitions Day” on June 4-5 on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Exhibitions professionals from across the country will meet face-to-face with Members of Congress […]

Know Before You Go: Infrastructure Support at Exhibitions Day 2019

Without proper travel infrastructure, it is extremely challenging to accommodate trade shows in the U.S. that welcome thousands of out-of-state and international travelers. At Exhibitions Day 2019, advocates will share this need with Congressional members/

#HERESWHY Q&A: BILL MCGLADE

In the latest installment of our #HeresWhy Q&A sessions, we interviewed Bill McGlade, Vice President of Account Management at Personify A2Z Events.

Know Before You Go: Travel Policies at Exhibitions Day 2019

The exhibitions industry relies heavily on America’s travel sector. From hotels, cars and transportation services, these channels of movement make it possible for people to get to and from events around the country and the world, allowing businesses and economies to continue to flourish.

#HERESWHY Q&A: DON WELSH

In the latest installment of our #HeresWhy Q&A sessions, we interviewed Don Welsh, president and CEO of Destinations International.

#HERESWHY Q&A: RANDY ACKER

In the latest installment of our #HeresWhy Q&A sessions, we interviewed Randy Acker, President and COO of EXHIBITOR Media Group

#HERESWHY Q&A: ANGI VAN BERG

In the latest installment of our #HeresWhy Q&A sessions, we interviewed Angi Van Berg, Vice President of Trade Show Sales at Louisville Tourism

Face-to-Face in Action

The time for action is now! Read David DuBois’ recap of #ExhibitionsDay and the issues that were discussed on Capitol Hill in the latest Industry Perspective.

#HERESWHY I WENT TO EXHIBITIONS DAY 2018

For the special Exhibitions Day edition of our #HeresWhy sessions, we interviewed Julie Smith, Senior Vice President of Exhibition Sales at GES

No Man is an Island

Every leader must ask: How do I help the members of my team embrace the organization’s vision and make it their own?