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Events + Education

Join our vibrant association of live event professionals for our events and educational programming dedicated to sparking creativity and imagination! Immerse yourself in a community of like-minded experts who not only excel in delivering exceptional experiences, but also passionately share their expertise through captivating educational programs. Discover innovative techniques, explore cutting-edge technologies, and cultivate your artistic flair in an inspiring environment. Elevate your event game with us – where imagination knows no bounds and creativity takes center stage!

Our programming takes place across virtual platforms as well as live in person, and through certified sessions, at conferences, webinars, our awards program and more. We believe that continued education is the cornerstone of ILEA and the path to us evolving and moving forward as a collective community. Some of our educational content includes:

  • Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP): Established in 1993 to recognize event professionals who have successfully demonstrated the knowledge, skills and ability essential to perform all components of a special event.

  • Esprit Awards: The Esprit Awards are presented by the International Live Events Association (ILEA) to recognize and award the most outstanding live events in the industry each year.

  • Conferences: Learn more about our annual conference as well as industry conferences we partner with.

  • Webinars: From listening to event industry pioneers to hearing from those in other industries talk about their creative processes, our webinar schedule is packed with

  • Chapter Events: Visit our chapter directory to learn more about regional programming.

 

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Upcoming Events

  • Tue, Mar 19
    https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN
    Mar 19, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN
    Mar 19, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN
  • Wed, May 01
    The Expo at WMCLV
    May 01, 2024, 8:00 AM – May 02, 2024, 5:00 PM
    The Expo at WMCLV , 435 S Grand Central Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89106
    May 01, 2024, 8:00 AM – May 02, 2024, 5:00 PM
    The Expo at WMCLV , 435 S Grand Central Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89106
    Event Professionals can register to attend for FREE and access to the latest industry education from industry thought leaders across multiple stages and formats
  • Tue, Oct 08
    Mandalay Bay
    Oct 08, 2024, 8:00 AM – Oct 10, 2024, 5:00 PM
    Mandalay Bay, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA
    Oct 08, 2024, 8:00 AM – Oct 10, 2024, 5:00 PM
    Mandalay Bay, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA
    IMEX is where the global business events community comes together.
  • Mon, Feb 24
    Broward County Convention Center
    Feb 24, 2025, 8:00 AM – Feb 27, 2025, 10:00 PM
    Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
    Feb 24, 2025, 8:00 AM – Feb 27, 2025, 10:00 PM
    Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
    Fort Lauderdale Here We Come... Be part of the new era of catering and events at CS+TSE 2025
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