EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
 

The Executive Officers (President, President-Elect, Secretary, Treasurer, and Immediate Past President) make up the Executive Committee and provide leadership and operational guidance for the organization. Working closely with the Board of Governors and ILEA staff, the Executive Committee helps move initiatives forward, oversee key decisions, and ensure alignment with the organization’s strategic direction.
 

Each officer plays a unique role in supporting the leadership and operations of the association:

• President – Serves as the chief volunteer leader of the organization, guiding the strategic direction of ILEA, presiding over board and executive committee meetings, and working closely with staff and volunteer leaders to advance key initiatives and programs.

• President-Elect – Supports the President, helps lead strategic initiatives, and prepares to assume the role of President in the following term, ensuring continuity in leadership.

• Secretary – Oversees governance documentation and official records of the association, including meeting minutes and required notices, and helps ensure strong governance practices across the organization.

• Treasurer – Provides financial oversight for the association, including reviewing budgets, financial reports, and fiscal practices to ensure responsible stewardship of the organization’s resources.

• Immediate Past President – Provides continuity and counsel to the leadership team while supporting ongoing strategic priorities and mentoring emerging leaders.
   

BOARD OF GOVERNORS
 

The ILEA International Board of Governors provides strategic leadership for the organization and plays an active role in developing and advancing initiatives that support the global events community. This is a working board—members contribute their expertise, collaborate on projects, and help shape the future direction of the association. Board members serve three-year terms and are active participants in the organization’s work. In addition to attending board meetings, each member chairs an international committee, leads volunteer teams, and helps drive initiatives that support ILEA’s strategic priorities.
 

Board members are expected to:

• Provide strategic input on the future direction of the organization

• Chair an international committee and lead committee initiatives

• Collaborate with fellow board members and staff on key projects and programs

• Serve as ambassadors for ILEA within the global events community
   

Time Commitment: Serving on the Board of Governors requires an average commitment of 10–15 hours per month. Activities may include board meetings, committee leadership, working on task force initiatives, promoting ILEA programs and events, and collaborating with fellow leaders between meetings.
 

REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENTS
 

Regional Vice Presidents (RVPs) serve as the primary connection between ILEA’s international leadership and local chapters and affiliates. Representing their designated region, RVPs support chapter leaders, share best practices, and help ensure strong communication and alignment across the organization. RVPs play an important role in strengthening the member experience by supporting chapter success and fostering collaboration across their region.
 

Responsibilities include:

• Serving as a liaison between regional chapters/affiliates and the International Board of Governors

• Communicating ILEA initiatives and opportunities to chapter leaders

• Supporting chapter presidents and leadership teams

• Sharing best practices and fostering collaboration between chapters

• Coordinating regional calls, meetings, and leadership engagement
   

Time Commitment: The time commitment for Regional Vice Presidents averages 5–10 hours per month. Activities may include supporting chapter leaders, attending chapter board meetings (virtually or in person), facilitating regional president calls, participating in monthly RVP meetings, and connecting chapters with international initiatives and opportunities.