Lifting Our Industry Through Recognition

Editorial Note: Originally published in the May 2025 issue of Trade Show Executive magazine. On behalf of IAEE, I congratulate this year’s TSE Fastest 50 award winners. I am a big believer in the power of recognition and a proponent of acknowledging those among us who...
People on the Move

People on the Move

Recent announcements about career changes include: Hilinia D. Ajakaiye The National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals (NCBMP) has hired Hilinia D. Ajakaiye, CDME, as Chief Strategy Officer, effective June 2. This appointment marks a pivotal step in the...
An Increasingly Bleak Travel Forecast for the U.S.

An Increasingly Bleak Travel Forecast for the U.S.

Several new reports indicate trouble ahead for inbound U.S. travel. The mood that was pervasive during a webinar hosted by the Society of Independent Show Organizers Members (SISO) on May 13 — “Tariffs, Travel & Events: What Small Business Event Producers Need to...

Marketing Strategies that Captivate Audiences

Mastering effective marketing strategies is essential for success and the Script Development learning track at Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition 2024 delivered powerful insights for professionals seeking to elevate their marketing approach. This...