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ILEA Live Conference Agenda

The ILEA Live 2026 Chicago agenda is now live, and it’s time to start exploring what’s ahead. This August, the global live events community will come together for three days of education, connection, and future-focused conversations centered around this year’s conference theme, Creating Futures. The live agenda gives attendees a closer look at the sessions, speakers, panels, workshops, breakout sessions, mini masterclasses, evening events, and experiences taking shape for

2 days ago

2026-2027 ILEA International Leadership

The 2026–2027 ILEA International Leadership Team proudly serves the association from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Comprised of the Board of Governors—including our Officers and Directors—Chapter Regional Vice Presidents, Affiliate Chairs, and dedicated staff, this team works collaboratively to advance ILEA's mission, support our global community, and shape the future of the live events industry. Together, they provide strategic leadership, foster innovation, and champ

2 days ago

ILEA Atlanta Meetup: An Evening of Connection at the Fox Theatre

Our recent ILEA Atlanta Meetup brought together event professionals from across the region for an evening of networking, conversation, and community at the iconic Fox Theatre. From reconnecting with familiar faces to welcoming first-time attendees, the evening was filled with meaningful conversations, new relationships, and the shared passion that makes our industry so special. It was a wonderful reminder of the strength of the ILEA community and the value of coming together

3 days ago

The ILEA AI Education Series: Your Complete Transformation Journey

f you joined us for the Oct. 29 webinar, you experienced our approach: practical, events- specific and designed for real-world application. The full series takes it to the next level: a comprehensive, structured and practical program, designed specifically for event industry professionals, that takes you from AI-curious to AI-confident in four progressive sessions. This progressive learning journey takes participants from AI fundamentals to practical implementation, including

Feb 20

ILEA at Catersource + The Special Event Conference

Los Angeles is calling, and ILEA is ready to answer in full force at Catersource + The Special Event . Whether you're exploring the Expo Hall, diving into future-focused education, or carving out time to build connections, ILEA is creating spaces for collaboration, curiosity and community all week long. This is more than a conference — it's a moment to challenge how we think, expand how we work and celebrate the power of creative partnership. We can't wait to connect with you

Feb 20

ILEA LIVE 2026 Registration Open

Registration is now live! Registration for ILEA LIVE 2026 | Chicago is officially open, and we are excited to invite the global live events community to join us for one of the industry’s most anticipated conferences! This year’s conference, Creating Futures, is a global gathering where creativity meets possibility. ILEA LIVE 2026 brings together visionaries from across generations and continents to exchange ideas, spark innovation, and reimagine what is possible for the futu

Jan 21

ILEA + Nowsta Partner

ILEA is proud to join forces with Nowsta as our official workforce management partner! Their integrated platform sets the gold standard for event staffing, combining advanced scheduling, real-time communications, and seamless payroll in one streamlined solution. Nowsta instantly matches the right talent to the right shifts—reducing administrative overhead and boosting team performance. Their technology empowers you to source, schedule, onboard, and manage your workforce wit

Nov 18, 2025

ILEA Connects with Nigeria’s Event Professionals at The Event Show

The International Live Events Association (ILEA) made a strong impression at The Event Show in Port Harcourt, Nigeria — a vibrant three-day gathering that brought together 15,000+ planners, producers, and creatives from across the South-South region. Representing ILEA was Duntan West , who shared ILEA’s global vision, developed new relationships, and spotlighted ILEA’s commitment to community, collaboration, and professional growth. Introducing ILEA in Port Harcourt To k

Nov 10, 2025

From Spreadsheets to Streamlined Event Execution

How Asana Keeps Event Chaos in Check By: Sarah Cate Scaduto The Reality of Event Planning If you’ve ever found yourself triple-checking spreadsheets on a loading dock at 5 a.m., wondering if the signage for your Platinum sponsor made it to the right ballroom while fielding requests from three different booths that need three different AV setups, and a client texting you for constant updates… You might be an event planner. As normal as this scene may feel to event pros, woul

Nov 6, 2025

ILEA Shines Bright at IMEX America 2025

The International Live Event Association took center stage at IMEX America with a vibrant lineup of inspiring events that brought our community closer and showcased the power of ILEA's network and expertise. CSEP Leadership Lunch : We kicked off by uniting Certified Special Events Professionals (CSEPs) from coast to coast in an intimate lunch setting. This exclusive gathering sparked meaningful conversations about the future of the CSEP program and its ever-growing impact o

Oct 14, 2025