Committees

To proactively generate content for ILEA communication vehicles with the aim to engage, support and grow ILEA. The main work and objectives of the committee are:

• To serve as author, contributor and/or editor for ILEA’s content.

• Leverage personal network to bring industry thought leaders into the ILEA community.

• Assist in developing content ideas for any of ILEA’s communication channels.

• Promote ILEA’s content products to other members through personal social media accounts. 

To act as ambassadors to promote the growth and stewardship of the Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) credentialing program. The main objectives and work of this committee includes: 

·       As program ambassadors, raise the profile of the CSEP program within and outside of ILEA, including marketing campaigns and promotion at industry events.

·       Annually review the CSEP program, its policies and procedures to improve accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

·       In consultation with the ILEA Board of Governors, conceptualize, develop, and execute exam preparation resources including, but not limited to, CSEP Prep, practice exams, or other preparation courses. 

·       Engage current and lapsed CSEPs due for recertification, to provide encouragement and resources for renewal concerns or questions, year-round but with an increased focus prior to the recertification deadline. 

·       Assist HQ Team with strategy and development of CSEP marketing plans as requested. 

·       Participate in CSEP online communities (including the CSEP Facebook Group) as thought leaders to foster discussion and support of the program. Admit new members to the CSEP Facebook groups as per outlined criteria and monitor all discussions.

·       Review and approve all new candidate applications with technical support from the CSEP staff liaison. 

·       Resolve all exam candidate appeals, ensuring the documented appeals process is applied to all candidates.  

·       Audit the required number of recertification and reinstatement applications.

·       Evaluate CSEP information on ILEA website quarterly, request updates as needed.  

To guide the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion within ILEA. To develop strategies, resources, and best practices to promote equal access and opportunity for all ILEA members and the greater event industry to achieve inclusive safe spaces and a sense of belonging within a diverse and inclusive community of events professionals. 

Main Objectives:  

·       Serve as a resource for guidance and consultation regarding diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives or concerns for ILEA membership and leadership teams. 

·       Evaluate, update, and implement the ILEA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategic Plan. 

·       Curate, update and manage the DEI resources list on the ILEAhub.com website.  

·       Maintain and promote the ILEA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge campaign. 

·       Develop diverse strategic partnerships and uphold the existing contractual obligations within their Strategic Partnership Agreements. Continue to foster industry partnerships with DEI focused organizations. 

·       Encourage the completion of the demographic questions by ILEA members on their member profiles on ILEAhub.com and analyze the results. 

·       Advocate for policies and interactions that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion, cultivate empathy, embrace differences. 

·       Make recommendations to ILEA HQ and the BOG on how to improve ILEA operations, policies, programs, services, and procurement to better serve a more diverse and inclusive membership. 

·       Listen to our members and leaders by hosting and participating in DEI discussions. 

·       Monitor and post to the ILEA online communities in support of DEI initiatives and events. 

·       Provide and update content, tools, and resources for the DEI Chapter Resource Guide. 

To serve as international membership ambassadors to support membership initiatives, recruitment, retention, and engagement of members.  The main objectives of this committee include:  

·       Assist in outreach to ILEA members to establish and strengthen engagement. 

·       Welcome new members and familiarize them with the benefits of the organization through phone calls and new member orientations.  

·       Review, recommend, and assist in the implementation of policies to promote membership in the association. 

·       Assist with planning and evaluation of membership promotion efforts. 

·       Assist in recruitment and retention outreach. 

·       Work with designated leaders and staff to assist with the distribution of membership marketing materials, messaging and tools needed for chapter leaders’ membership and recruitment plans that reflect ILEA’s commitment to developing a diverse, equitable and inclusive member community. 

·       Monitor and manage the ILEA Member Connect Group on Facebook