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 kick off the event, Duntan introduced ILEA to an eager audience of local event professionals. She highlighted how the association empowers members through education, global networking, and shared standards of excellence.

By sharing personal stories of how ILEA has shaped her own career, Duntan brought the benefits of membership to life, showing how joining a global community can expand visibility, knowledge, and opportunity. An informal Q&A session followed, with attendees eager to learn how to become part of the ILEA family.

Harnessing the Power of Community

Duntan joined a lively panel discussion on “Harnessing the Power of Community for Growth and Impact.” The conversation explored how the collective potential of the event industry is rooted in collaboration and how ILEA connects professionals across continents to exchange ideas, resources, and best practices. The discussion sparked conversations about mentorship, local chapters, and professional certification opportunities in Nigeria.

Looking Ahead

The enthusiasm in Port Harcourt showed that Africa’s event professionals are ready for deeper global engagement — and ILEA is ready to meet them there.

As Duntan reflected, “ILEA’s message of community and professional excellence truly resonates here. With consistent engagement, we can build lasting connections that elevate the entire industry.”