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Virtual Global Meetups
Global Connection. Real Conversation. Practical Growth.

Start your week with energizing, small-group conversations that connect ILEA members across chapters, regions, and time zones. These interactive sessions are designed to spark ideas, build relationships, and deliver real professional value in a welcoming, informal format.

What Are Virtual Global Meetups?

Virtual Global Meetups are live, facilitated networking experiences that bring our international community together for meaningful conversation and peer-to-peer learning. Through rotating breakout rooms and guided discussion topics, members exchange insights, solve challenges, and form new global connections in real time.

Why Attend?

Members Join To: 

  • Build relationships across markets and regions

  • Gain practical, real-world ideas they can apply immediately

  • Receive referrals and make targeted connections

  • Stay engaged with ILEA between major events 

  • Experience the value of the global network, regardless of location

Format & Experience

1.

Welcome and orientation

2.

Themed breakout discussions (ex. Growth & Career Development)

3.

Open knowledge-sharing and connection-making

4.

Key takeaways and

next steps

Each meetup is designed to be interactive and conversation-driven.


Typical Flow:

Topics You'll Hear About

Topics evolve based on member needs and current industry realities.

Recent Discussions Included:
  • Career growth and avoiding burnout
  • Building intentional, strategy networks
  • AI as a productivity and marketing tool 
  • Vendor and partner referral strategies 
  • Budget pressure and compressed planning timelines
  • The growing demand for high-quality education in member experiences

Who It's For

Members across all chapters and regions

Member-at-large community

Chapter leaders and emerging leaders

Students and new professionals

Anyone seeking global perspective and

meaningful connection

Why This Matters

Virtual Global Meetups are a high-impact, low-barrier way to strengthen global engagement, increase member value, and create consistent touchpoints between major ILEA programs.

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Get Involved

Interested in hosting a breakout or suggesting a topic? 

We welcome new facilitators and new ideas.

"This session completely energized me for the week." 
- Meetup Participant
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