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Professor Joe Goldblatt is considered one of the foremost authorities in the global events industry. As the founding president of ILEA...

We connected with members, partners, and friends from around the world—showcasing what makes ILEA truly global. With members in 35...

Today, in honor of Arbor Day, 120 trees were planted by the Arbor Day Foundation in the Superior National Forest on behalf of ILEA—thanks...

Add Pronouns : Encourage team members to include their pronouns in email signatures and on event name badges to promote inclusivity....

Celebrate National Certification Month with ILEA! This May, we’re celebrating National Certification Month by spotlighting the power of...

Join ILEA @ IMEX Frankfurt: May 19-22 We’re heading to Germany and we want you with us! Come connect with the global creative event...

Calling all 2025-2026 chapter board of directors members - join us for an upcoming leadership training session! You are welcome to attend...

Join us for an event or webinar this month! March 30 – April 11: ILEA Student Member Rally April 1: ILEA Webinar Associations Unlocked:...

The countdown is on - we’re heading to Boston this summer! It has been 15 years since an ILEA conference took place on the East Coast....

The International Live Events Association (ILEA), the principal association representing creative events professionals globally, is...

Welcome to February! Don't miss our events this month including chapter programs, webinars and international conferences. 2 – ILEA...

Join us at Catersource and The Special Event Conference and Tradeshow this February! Our schedule of Events: Monday, February 24 – 9:00...

Happy New Year! As we kick off 2025 – join us at an upcoming ILEA event this month.   7th – ILEA San Antonio Social Media Marketing 7th –...

Tis the season! Let’s sleigh all day together as we celebrate the holidays around the globe. Join us for an ILEA winter event this...

December 4-6, 2024 Istanbul, Turkey Rixos Tersane The third edition of the Table Design Exhibition and Creativity Conference will take...

October 8 – 10, 2024 Mandalay Bay – Las Vegas, NV Join us at IMEX America 2024! IMEX America is the largest trade show for the global...

Dear ILEA Members, It has been my honor to serve as your international president for the past 12 months. As the new year approaches, it’s time to reflect on the incredible milestones achieved by our amazing global association. The past year has been an exceptionally busy one, providing me with the opportunity to connect with many of you. With each interaction, we have connected cultures, sparked innovation, and created unforgettable experiences and memories. The dedication an

🎉 Congratulations to all our finalists! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the 2024 ESPRIT Awards! These outstanding individuals and teams represent the pinnacle of excellence in the live events industry. Their creativity, dedication, and innovation set the standard for what our industry can achieve.  The winners will be revealed at the ESPRIT Awards Gala on August 14, 2024, in Seattle, WA during I-24. This gala promises to be an unforgettable evening where we

From deciphering data , to design thinking  to destination marketing to  disruption  and beyond! Hear from speakers from globally recognized brands – including Meta  and Microsoft!  Learn about how they utilize events to create an engaging workplace experience and make a difference in the community. From the World Cup  to Worldwide Trends  to exploring New Worlds – we’ll be hearing from some of the largest events across the globe.    Join us as we explore these and many other

The Nominating Committee presents the following slate for the 2024-2025 ILEA International Board of Governors and the Regional Vice Presiden