All Systems Go!

The SE Chapter is excited to invite you to attend the 32nd anniversary of our Southeastern Classic, an educational and networking event! This year’s SE Classic will be held in-person on July 27 in Atlanta, Ga. 

Grab your co-workers and come join us for our annual IAEE Southeastern Chapter community service project. Volunteers will help unload and sort food donations that will aid in the mission to fight against food insecurity across metro Atlanta.    

This a warehouse setting, and volunteers will be moving and walking on concrete.  Volunteers will be asked to assist with packing food boxes, sorting assorted food items, and constructing empty boxes for future builds.  It will be warm since there is no air conditioning, so dress comfortably.  

Grab your co-workers and come join us for our annual IAEE Southeastern Chapter community service project. Volunteers will help unload and sort food donations that will aid in the mission to fight against food insecurity in the Orlando area.   

"Second Harvest Food Bank relied on 28,289 volunteers last year whose hours totaled 95,133. It's pretty incredible to see so many caring individuals pass through our warehouse throughout the year. Our various volunteer opportunities offer fun and unique ways for individuals and groups to contribute their time, talents and resources to help our neighbors facing hunger.  Volunteers will be asked to assist with donation sorting (sorting incoming donations for quality of products."

Take some time to network with your industry colleagues by joining us for the IAEE SE Chapter’s YP Meetup in Atlanta OR Orlando on Thursday, May 18th. The Atlanta Meetup will be held from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Steady Hand Beer Company. The Orlando Meetup will be from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar.

Exhibitions and events are making a comeback! Dennis Smith, Chairperson of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events, will discuss the current and future state of the industry. 

You will not want to miss out on this informational program on April 20 at the Gas South District in Gwinnett. Be sure to register now!

Join us in Charlotte as we recognize Global Meetings Industry Day with the MPI Carolinas Chapter.

Join us on Thursday, March 9, from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET via Zoom for a discussion with Rich Vallaster, Director of Marketing for Personify, and Tony Risley, Owner of Expo Auctions, as they provide insight into topics that are relevant to today’s exhibitions and events industry.  This webinar is the last part of a two-part series brought to you over the next few months. The webinar is FREE to attend for IAEE SE Chapter members.

Start the new year off on a positive note by attending the IAEE SE Chapter educational luncheon on Feb. 23!
 
Zac Bradley and Ali Prickett will present on behalf of the Shepherd Center Foundation. Zac is a former Shepherd Center patient who now leads the Shepherd Center Foundation’s efforts to help former Shepherd patients, and the whole disability community, find employment if and when they are ready to go back to work.

Join Us in Louisville
IAEE welcomes you to experience the first hybrid “show for shows” . While the format has changed, you will connect with key players in the exhibitions industry and gain insights to prepare your organization for the years ahead. Get ready to experience all that our hybrid Expo! Expo! has to offer this December!

The IAEE SE, PCMA SE, and MPI GA Chapters’ co-hosted Annual Holiday Luncheon is one of the most popular events on the calendar as the industry comes together to celebrate the holiday season.  It is a great occasion to experience wonderful food and beverages, holiday music, and the opportunity to enjoy getting together with industry friends.

Join us for on Thursday, December 1, from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET via Zoom for a discussion with David Rudel, Director of Association Events for Explori, and Ben Dunlap, Regional Vice President for Map Your Show, as they provide insight into topics that are relevant to today’s exhibitions and events industry.

The 7th edition of the Technology Exchange will feature innovative suppliers and thought leaders that will present and discuss their newest technology to show planners throughout the Southeast. Effective technology tools and event experience innovation will allow the industry to move forward to best serve attendees and exhibitors. Experience the present while taking a glimpse into the future of our industry through new and innovative tools.

Join us for our annual community service project. Volunteers will help unload and sort food donations that will aid in the mission to fight against food insecurity across metro Atlanta.   This is a warehouse setting, and volunteers will be moving and walking on concrete, so dress comfortably.

To learn more about Urban Recipe and their mission, please go here.  

You’re invited to join the IAEE SE Chapter for a Meet-up at The Hampton Social in Orlando!

Wednesday, August 31, 2022
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
The Hampton Social
9101 International Dr.
Orlando, Florida 32819

Face-to-Face
 
The SE Chapter is excited to invite you to attend the 31st anniversary of our Southeastern Classic, an educational and networking event in Biolxi, MS at the IP Casino Resort Spa.
 
Our industry depend on face-to-face interaction, and we all agree that face-to-face is the most successful form of communication. This year’s in-person, face-to-face SE Classic will have sessions designed to energize us on bringing back our industry!

Join IAEE YP’s for the summer YP Virtual Meet-Up! All IAEE members who are 35 or younger are encouraged to join.

Join us for a Virtual Meetup on Thursday, May 19th to connect with others in the industry and discuss what matters to you.

Join us for our annual community service project. Volunteers will help unload and sort food donations that will aid in the mission to fight against food insecurity across metro Atlanta.   This is a warehouse setting, and volunteers will be moving and walking on concrete, so dress comfortably.

To learn more about Urban Recipe and their mission, please go here.  

Current and Future State of the Industry
Carrie Ferenac, IAEE Chair

Slowly but surely, exhibitions and events are coming back! To give us an update, Carrie Ferenac, chair of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events, will discuss the current and future state of the industry. She will also present and review the latest CEIR research.
 
You will not want to miss out on this informational program on April 28 at the Atlanta Convention Center at AmericasMart. Be sure to register now!

Join IAEE YP’s for the first YP Meet-Up of 2022! All IAEE members who are 35 or younger are encouraged to join.

Please visit your Member Dashboard and select Update My Information to make sure your profile is up-to-date, including the Year Born field.

This virtual meet up will take place from 12:00pm-1:00pm CT. Once registered, watch your email for details on how to join the online event.  

American Huddle
Coach Bill Curry

The IAEE SE Chapter is starting the New Year off with a positive note from Coach Bill Curry!

As a motivator, author, educator and communicator, Coach Bill Curry's inspirational messages have mesmerized audiences. Using a commanding, passionate and often humorous delivery, he connects with each listener, leaving a profound impression every time he speaks.

After two years of uncertainty, we all need a positive outlook for 2022. Coach Curry will discuss ways to enhance the positive efforts of teamwork for today’s work environment.

Join us at the Atlanta Zoo on Feb. 24 to hear Coach Bill Curry give his take on the “American Huddle!”  Be sure to register for the event with the IAEE SE Chapter today! Following the luncheon, enjoy the rest of the afternoon exploring the various exhibits, compliments of the Zoo Atlanta. It’s supposed to be 66 degrees and sunny!

Join Us in Philly or Virtually

IAEE welcomes you to experience the first hybrid “show for shows” . While the format has changed, you will connect with key players in the exhibitions industry and gain insights to prepare your organization for the years ahead. Get ready to experience all that our hybrid Expo! Expo! has to offer this December!

Join the IAEE Southeastern Chapter at their annual GRITZ Reception in Franklin Hall 3 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 7, at the Marriott Philadelphia Downtown. 

Bring your UGLY SWEATER A-GAME to #ExpoExpo on Dec 7! We are hosting an ugly sweater contest during the IAEE chapter receptions. Your esteemed judges will be IAEE Director of Membership, Lisa Buchanan and IAEE VP of Marketing & Communications, Nicole Bowman, MBA.

The competition will be fierce, so dig deep on the inter-web and find those ugly sweaters! Prize for winning, you ask? Serious street cred and a $100 Amazon gift card courtesy of TSNN! The winner will be announced during the General Session on Wednesday, 12/8!

Bring the bling!

Join us for our 6th annual co-hosted holiday luncheon event with the MPI GA & PCMA SE Chapters. This is the perfect opportunity to attend a wonderful in-person networking event with other industry professionals.

Be sure to register for the event with the IAEE SE Chapter today!

The 6th edition of the Technology Exchange will feature innovative suppliers and thought leaders that will present and discuss their newest technology to show planners throughout the Southeast. Effective technology tools and event experience innovation will allow the industry to move forward to best serve attendees and exhibitors. Experience the present while taking a glimpse into the future of our industry through new and innovative tools.

Join us for a Meetup on Thursday, September 2nd to connect with others in the industry and discuss what matters to you.  More details coming soon.

Pricing

• FREE

Space is limited so be sure to register early!

The Southeastern Chapter of IAEE is a proud supporter of the Jenny Melton Memorial Golf Tournament. This year, the tournament will be hosted by the Jenny Melton Foundation. We hope you continue to support the Foundation and their efforts to provide scholarships to deserving students.

    

The IAEE SE Chapter is excited to invite you to attend our Southeastern (SE) Classic, an educational and networking event. For the past 30 years, the SE Classic has been a key event developed by show planners and suppliers from the industry where professionals learn from their peers. This year’s event will be packed full of interactive educational components mixed with fun, networking events.

After a year of mostly virtual events, we are excited to host the 30th edition of the Southeastern Classic as a hybrid event in Atlanta!

More details coming soon.

Join IAEE YP’s for our Summer 2021 YP Meet-Up! All IAEE members who are 35 or younger are encouraged to join.

Join us for our annual community service project. Volunteers will help unload and sort food donations that will aid in the mission to fight against food insecurity across metro Atlanta.   This is a warehouse setting, and volunteers will be moving and walking on concrete, so dress comfortably.

To learn more about Urban Recipe and their mission, please go here.  

Join us for a Virtual Meetup on Thursday, May 13th to connect with others in the industry and discuss what matters to you.

Pricing

• FREE

Space is limited so be sure to register early!

Best Practices in a Very Fluid Industry

Wear your Derby best and get your trade show-related questions ready. On April 22, we're off to the races with a fun and interactive educational session, handcrafted with you in mind...

Pricing

• Members: $25
• Nonmembers: $30

Join us Thursday, April 8, 2021 for our annual Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) celebration. Our event community is gathering for an afternoon of socializing, collaborating, and celebrating. IAEE SE is proud to partner with PCMA Southeast, GSAE, SITE Southeast, and MPI Georgia for this event.

Registration fees:
$25 for all attendees
Note: Due to safety precautions, onsite registration will not be available.

Join IAEE YP’s for the first YP Meet-Up of 2021! All IAEE members who are 35 or younger are encouraged to join.

Please visit your Member Dashboard and select Update My Information to make sure your profile is up-to-date, including the Year Born field.

Event takes place from 4pm-5pm EST. Once registered, watch your email for details on how to join the online event.

2021 Exhibitions and Events Industry Recovery and Relaunch

David DuBois, CMP, CAE, FASAE, CTA
President and CEO
International Association of Exhibitions and Events

We sincerely hope that 2021 will provide a better outlook for the exhibitions and events industry. To give us an update, David DuBois, president and CEO of the International Association of Exhibition and Events, will discuss the industry’s recovery and relaunch for 2021. He will also present and review the latest CEIR Research. 

Pricing

• Members: $25 (USE CODE MEMBER, be sure to enter your IAEE Member ID)
• Nonmembers: $30

Join Us Virtually

IAEE welcomes you to experience the first virtual “show for shows” . While the format has changed, you will connect with key players in the exhibitions industry and gain insights to prepare your organization for the years ahead. Get ready to experience all that our virtual Expo! Expo! has to offer this December!

Join us for our annual co-hosted holiday luncheon event with the PCMA SE & MPI GA Chapters. This is the perfect opportunity to attend a wonderful in-person networking event with other industry professionals.

Be sure to register for the event with the IAEE SE Chapter today!

 

Join us for a Virtual Meetup on Wednesday, November 18th to connect with your peers in the industry.

The virtual meetup will provide an opportunity to catch up with friends and colleagues and get to know them better. Come prepared to have fun!

The 5th edition of the Technology Exchange will feature innovative suppliers and thought leaders that will present and discuss their newest technology to show planners throughout the Southeast. Effect ...

Join us for a Virtual Meetup on Thursday, September 10th to connect with others in the industry and discuss what matters to you.

We want to discuss timely topics, including maintaining a work/life balance when working from home, coping with furloughs and layoffs within your organization, and what getting back to work/offices/events looks like. Come prepared with your thoughts and ideas!

Space is limited so be sure to register early!

Tuesday, August 25, 2020 1p – 6p

Sign up for an appointment to donate at www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code GICC in the top right corner of the page under “Find a Blood Drive”.

Save time and use RapidPass. Visit www.redcrossblood.org/rapidpass for more info.

Due to COVID-19, the Southeastern (SE) Classic will not be held in person this year. However, the IAEE SE Chapter is excited to invite you to our one-day, VIRTUAL SE Classic. This year’s event will have great interactive educational components mixed with fun, virtual networking to round out the day.

Going Virtual with Your Event

What do you need to be thinking about to move your program online?

Join us on June 25th from 11am-12:30pm for a panel discussion with professionals who have taken their meetings virtual. Learn what others have done to make their events successful and how you can make the switch to virtual or hybrid event formats.

Each June, industry professionals come together to foster relationships and build awareness with federal legislators and other policy influencers on Capitol Hill. In 2019, more than 100 members of our industry gathered in Washington, D.C. to advocate for exhibitions and events, which are a vital tool the success of our free enterprise economy. 

Join us for a YP Virtual Meet Up as we raise a glass and toast to the end of a great Exhibitions Day! Come prepared with your favorite quarantine drink/food recipe to share with the group – we will be compiling your favorites ahead of time to share with everyone who attends.

IAEE Southeastern Chapter Town Hall Discussions: WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER! –Perspectives on Industry Disruption –brought to you by FERN

These are challenging and difficult times for those of us in the exhibitions and events industry. With so much uncertainty, questions having to be asked and decisions needing to be made, many are feeling the impact and it is increasing by the moment. But we are here to tell you, WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER! 

If you missed this event, click here to watch it now!

Join thousands of #EventProfs from all over the world for #GMIDGoesVirtual as we attempt to break the Guinness World Record for Largest Audience for a Virtual Conference.

Conversation starters will center around the power of emotional intelligence and how you can put it to work for your professional growth. 

Recommended readings include: Definition, YouTube, Emotional Intelligence 2.0, 13 Signs of Emotional Intelligence, and Improving Emotional Intelligence.

There is no charge to attend and no need to register. We hope to see you there!

Join us for our 1st meeting of 2020 for a discussion with Marsha Flanagan, VP, Learning Experiences at IAEE regarding the state of the industry, how it impacted us in 2019 and the predictions for 2020.  We are excited to see you on February 27, 2020.

The IAEE SE Chapter is excited to co-host their annual holiday event with the  PCMA SE & MPI Georgia Chapters at the fabulous Georgia Aquarium.  This is the perfect opportunity to bring your office or ...

Date:              19 Nov-2019 Location:      Freeman Office, 841 Joseph E Lowery Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Course:          Facilities and Site Selection Fees:              $299 members/$440 non-mem ...

SAVE THE DATE!  2019 IAEE National Young Professional Meet Up, November 13, 2019. More information coming soon!

Join us for our October Chapter Educational Luncheon. We will have a case study/panel discussion on successful practices on how to stop spammers. The panel will consist of a company that successfully sued a spamming company, an attorney, a show organizer and a supplier rep. 

More information coming soon....SAVE THE DATE!

IAEE Southeastern Chapter is proud to present The 17th Annual Jenny Melton Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting the Jenny Melton Foundation at the Legends at Chateau Elan Golf Course. The Jenny Melton ...

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2019 CLASSIC BROCHURE.

The Fyre Festival has garnered attention recently as one of the biggest event failures in modern history. Hulu and Netflix even released two documentaries detailing the frauds and failures of “The Big ...

Meet "the people you should know" at the South Florida Networking Event. This is a great opportunity for people of all industries. You might meet a future employer, find a new hire, collaborate and cl ...

Join your fellow IAEE members and show your support for the 6th Annual #ExhibitionsDay! We will have info on the 2019 Exhibitions Day Issues and ways to contact your Congressional Leader, plus fun pho ...

Join your fellow IAEE members and show your support for the 6th Annual #ExhibitionsDay! We will have info on the 2019 Exhibitions Day Issues and ways to contact your Congressional Leader.  We will mee ...

The 4th edition of the Technology Exchange will feature innovative suppliers and thought leaders that will present, discuss and display their newest technology to show planners throughout the Southeas ...

ATLANTA - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Join us Thursday, April 4, 2019 for our annual Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) celebration. Our event community is gathering for an afternoon of socializing, colla ...

  FLORIDA - Click to RSVP  Celebrate Global Meetings Industry Day 2019 Where meetings and events industry leaders showcase the real impact that business meetings, conferences, conventions, incentive t ...

Our first meet up will be on Wednesday, March 13, from 5 to 7pm at Yard House, Orlando, FL. If you are Interested in attending, please contact Kim Zonca at kzonca@nbm.com.

Join us for our 1st meeting of 2019! Tom Cindric, IAEE's 2019 Board Chair will speak to us regarding the state of the industry, how it impacted us in 2018 and the predictions for 2019. We have a new f ...

CNTV’s Carrie Ferenac talks with Jim Wulfkuhle about the big plays that made this year’s International Woodworking Fair so successful.  They’ll talk offense, including new technology and how it added ...

IAEE Southeastern Chapter is proud to present The 16th Annual Jenny Melton Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting the Jenny Melton Foundation at the Legends at Chateau Elan.

The SE Chapter is excited to invite you to attend the 27th anniversary of our Southeastern Classic, an educational and networking event. This event will packed full of interactive educational components mixed with fun, networking events, you will not want to miss this event!

This year we are excited to hold this event at the The Classic Center in beautiful downtown Athens, GA. Bring your team and join us as realize THE EVENT EXPERIENCE!

Bob Phillips will lead you on a fun and interactive session that introduces four simple, yet powerful practices that anyone can learn to use to create amazing customer service using the FISH! Philosop ...

This event is hosted by The Jenny Melton Foundation and West Hall Touchdown Club. Proceeds from the race will benefit the West Hall Touchdown Club and the scholarship fund named in Jenny Melton's memo ...

IAEELive – A Consumer Events Forum Designed in collaboration with the IAEE Consumer Events Council, this new IAEE stand alone event is specially geared to those who produce consumer focused shows or l ...

NOTE: The date of this event is on a Wednesday, please mark your calendar.

Come join us Thursday, April 12, 2018 for our annual Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) celebration. Our event community is gathering for an afternoon of socializing, collaborating, and celebrating. ...

Let's meet up and officially kick off 2018! Join your fellow IAEE SE members for happy hour at Yard House Orlando on Wednesday, March 21 from 5:30-6:30pm. (Happy Hour at the Yard House goes until 6pm, ...

Five generations make up our society, Centennials (born 1996 and later); Millennials (born 1977 to 1995); Generation X (born 1965 to 1976); Baby Boomers (born 1946 to 1964) and Traditionalists (born 1 ...

The IAEE SE Chapter is excited to co-host their annual holiday event with the  PCMA SE & MPI Georgia Chapters at the fabulous Georgia Aquarium.  We will be collecting donations for The Atlanta Communi ...

It’s all about Connections at Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition 2017

Join us.

It's game time again YPs! Don't miss the IAEE Young Professionals National Meetup as we gear up for Expo! Expo! and join us at Ormsby's for networking and drinks over games of Backgammon, Bocce, Darts ...

It's game time! Don't miss this IAEE Young Professionals National Meetup as we gear up for Expo! Expo! Join us for networking, drinks, and an exciting game of laser tag at Hard Knocks. Price for the 9 ...

The Technology Exchange Networking Event will allow companies to display, discuss and present their newest technology to show planners throughout the Southeast. Don't miss this great opportunity to see the newest and latest technology in the industry.

The SE Chapter is excited to invite you to attend the 26th anniversary of our Southeastern Classic, an educational and networking event. This event will packed full of interactive educational components mixed with fun, networking events, you will not want to miss this event!

As a trade show organizer, it's critical that you have a complete understanding of what success looks like for your attendees and how you can help them achieve their goals.