This area focuses on the creative vision and aesthetic of an event, visual elements to create atmosphere and memorable moments. Content also includes sessions on best practices for managing logistics, vendors, and technical aspects to bring the designer's vision to reality. Once logged in to the IAEE Knowledge Hub, you'll be able to find all of the sessions you have registered for in the Menu Bar and select My Learning.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 02/18/2027 at 1:00 PM (CST)
Join us for the Independent Organizer Insights Hour in which participants will be the subject matter experts! This is your time to turn on your video cameras and microphones, write on the virtual whiteboard, share best practices and brainstorm solutions to ongoing industry challenges specific to independent organizers. Whether you’re looking to refine your strategies or simply curious about new ideas, this session promises to be both interactive and practical. This session won’t be recorded nor available on-demand. All participants must attend virtually during the live session. You won’t want to miss out on the key insights or to share with your peers! Registration is capped at 60 participants so make sure to sign up early to reserve your spot! This session is specifically designed for Independent Organizers. This session is eligible for 1 clock hour towards their CEM recertification.
Join us for the Independent Organizer Insights Hour in which participants will be the subject matter experts! This is your time to turn on your video cameras and microphones, write on the virtual whiteboard, share best practices and brainstorm solutions to ongoing industry challenges specific to independent organizers. Whether you’re looking to refine your strategies or simply curious about new ideas, this session promises to be both interactive and practical. This session won’t be recorded nor available on-demand. All participants must attend virtually during the live session. You won’t want to miss out on the key insights or to share with your peers!
Registration is capped at 60 participants so make sure to sign up early to reserve your spot! This session is specifically designed for Independent Organizers. This session is eligible for 1 clock hour towards their CEM recertification.
Jody M. Shaw, CMP, CEM, PMP, MS, Prosci
Director of Learning Experiences
IAEE
Jody M. Shaw, CMP, CEM, PMP, MS, Prosci, is the Director of Learning Experiences for the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE). She joined IAEE in June 2025 and she is responsible for educational logistics for webinars and annual conferences. She oversees the IAEE Learning Management System (LMS) and assists with the IAEE Education Committee, Expo! Expo! and the IAEE Leadership Institute, and leads the IAEE's Independent Organizer and IAEE's Emerging Leaders programming. Throughout Jody's career education, events, innovation, and creating a positive impact for non-profits have always been her focus. Jody's experience in events for the last two decades has ranged from overseeing innovative and nimble small events with 60 attendees to large in-person events with up to 25k attendees. Her project management experience has included re-designing Learning Management Systems, creating automated workflows, and large-scale multi-year and multi-Million-Dollar capital improvement projects.
This session is eligible for 1 clock hours towards CEM Recertification.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 02/10/2027 at 10:30 AM (CST)
Sustainability efforts are only as good as the conversations happening behind the scenes. Reducing event emissions is a team sport, it requires alignment across every stakeholder in the event ecosystem. This session brings together the organizer and supplier to explore how collaboration across the full event lifecycle can drive meaningful, measurable change. This real-world case study discussion will unpack where often overlooked opportunities such as audio visual production lie, how to navigate cost and sustainability tradeoffs, and how event organizers can engage their supply chain holistically to reduce the carbon footprint of their events. Walk away with practical frameworks for engaging your supply chain and taking shared ownership of your event's environmental impact.
Sustainability efforts are only as good as the conversations happening behind the scenes. Reducing event emissions is a team sport, it requires alignment across every stakeholder in the event ecosystem. This session brings together the organizer and supplier to explore how collaboration across the full event lifecycle can drive meaningful, measurable change. This real-world case study discussion will unpack where often overlooked opportunities such as audio visual production lie, how to navigate cost and sustainability tradeoffs, and how event organizers can engage their supply chain holistically to reduce the carbon footprint of their events. Walk away with practical frameworks for engaging your supply chain and taking shared ownership of your event's environmental impact.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify at least three high-impact opportunities to reduce both direct and indirect emissions across the event lifecycle, including AV production and business travel.
- Evaluate the cost-versus-sustainability tradeoffs inherent in event planning decisions and apply a practical framework for navigating them in conversation with suppliers.
- Develop a set of targeted questions and engagement strategies to hold supply chain partners accountable and drive shared ownership of your event's environmental impact.
Phil Alongi
President & CEO
Alongi Media
Phil Alongi is an Emmy® Award-winning media executive and co-founder of Alongi Media, one of the fastest-growing live event and broadcast production companies in the U.S. Since launching the company in 2020, he has helped lead its rapid growth, earning a spot on the Inc. 5000 list with more than 1,200% growth over three years. Alongi Media specializes in high-impact, sustainable live events and broadcasts, producing everything from corporate summits to U.S. presidential inaugurations. Before founding Alongi Media, Phil served as Showrunner and Executive Producer at Big Fish Entertainment and previously worked as Director of Program Development and Executive Producer at NJTV News. He began his career at NBC News, where he produced for Nightly News, Today, and numerous specials.
Kelsey Frenkiel
Director, Sustainability Program
GBTA Foundation
Kelsey Frenkiel is a travel, sustainability, and conservation professional. She is the Director of the Sustainability Program at the GBTA Foundation, which aims to drive positive change through business travel for People & Planet. At the GBTA Foundation, Kelsey leads efforts to empower and incentivize organizations of all sizes and in all geographies to start, advance, and accelerate the integration of practices that reduce their business travel emissions, on a joint journey with the travel value chain, to reach Net Zero by 2050.
This session is eligible for 0.75 clock hours towards CEM Recertification.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 02/09/2027 at 12:00 PM (CST)
Come join us for our IAEE Women’s Insights Hour! These limited small group discussions are complimentary to IAEE members and are held via Zoom various times throughout the year (webcam and audio required to participate). It’s your time to build new connections, share experiences, knowledge, tips, resources and solutions in an informal, supportive and confidential setting. Come ready to participate, share tips and ask questions!
Come join us for our IAEE Women’s Insights Hour! These limited small group discussions are complimentary to IAEE members and are held via Zoom various times throughout the year (webcam and audio required to participate). It’s your time to build new connections, share experiences, knowledge, tips, resources and solutions in an informal, supportive and confidential setting. Come ready to participate, share tips and ask questions!
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Stacy Powers, CEM
Vice President, Learning Experiences
IAEE
Stacy Powers, CEM, MS, is currently the Vice President of Learning Experiences at IAEE, where she is responsible for the development and planning of IAEE’s education programs which include Expo! Expo! education, the Women’s Leadership Forums, Leadership Institute, CEIR Predict, MATSO Community Meet Up Education, Consumer Events Education and IAEE webinar content. She previously held the position of Senior Education Manager.
Before joining IAEE, Stacy was Professional Development Manager at Promotional Products Association International (PPAI). Prior to that she spent 12 years as a Director of Human Resources and Compliance within the medical and dental industry. With an initial background in Psychology, she began her career as a counselor assisting at-risk youth, battered women and children. After completing her Master of Science Degree in Human Resources and Training, she worked for Meeting Professionals International (MPI) managing various educational programs and events.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 10/21/2026 at 2:00 PM (CDT)
For IAEE members that produce shows more than 200,000 SQ Ft.
For IAEE members that produce shows more than 200,000 SQ Ft.
Stacy Powers, CEM
Vice President, Learning Experiences
IAEE
Stacy Powers, CEM, MS, is currently the Vice President of Learning Experiences at IAEE, where she is responsible for the development and planning of IAEE’s education programs which include Expo! Expo! education, the Women’s Leadership Forums, Leadership Institute, CEIR Predict, MATSO Community Meet Up Education, Consumer Events Education and IAEE webinar content. She previously held the position of Senior Education Manager.
Before joining IAEE, Stacy was Professional Development Manager at Promotional Products Association International (PPAI). Prior to that she spent 12 years as a Director of Human Resources and Compliance within the medical and dental industry. With an initial background in Psychology, she began her career as a counselor assisting at-risk youth, battered women and children. After completing her Master of Science Degree in Human Resources and Training, she worked for Meeting Professionals International (MPI) managing various educational programs and events.
This session is eligible for 1 clock hours towards CEM Recertification.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 10/16/2026 at 1:00 PM (CDT)
We are excited to continue our Healthcare Insights Hour, a dedicated platform crafted exclusively for our healthcare event organizers. This initiative has evolved into a cornerstone for fostering collaboration, sharing expert knowledge, and elevating the healthcare trade show experience. Understanding the critical importance of shared insights and innovative strategies in achieving success, the Healthcare Insights Hour serves as a unique forum for industry professionals to come together, exchange ideas, and empower one another. Through meaningful discussions and collaborative engagement, this initiative is designed to inspire innovation, refine organizational approaches, and drive the healthcare event industry forward. We’re confident that the continued success of the Healthcare Insights Hour will not only support your event planning efforts but will also play a pivotal role in advancing the entire industry toward new heights of achievement. Open to healthcare show organizers only.
We are excited to continue our Healthcare Insights Hour, a dedicated platform crafted exclusively for our healthcare event organizers. This initiative has evolved into a cornerstone for fostering collaboration, sharing expert knowledge, and elevating the healthcare trade show experience. Understanding the critical importance of shared insights and innovative strategies in achieving success, the Healthcare Insights Hour serves as a unique forum for industry professionals to come together, exchange ideas, and empower one another. Through meaningful discussions and collaborative engagement, this initiative is designed to inspire innovation, refine organizational approaches, and drive the healthcare event industry forward. We’re confident that the continued success of the Healthcare Insights Hour will not only support your event planning efforts but will also play a pivotal role in advancing the entire industry toward new heights of achievement.
Open to healthcare show organizers only.
Stacy Powers, CEM
Vice President, Learning Experiences
IAEE
Stacy Powers, CEM, MS, is currently the Vice President of Learning Experiences at IAEE, where she is responsible for the development and planning of IAEE’s education programs which include Expo! Expo! education, the Women’s Leadership Forums, Leadership Institute, CEIR Predict, MATSO Community Meet Up Education, Consumer Events Education and IAEE webinar content. She previously held the position of Senior Education Manager.
Before joining IAEE, Stacy was Professional Development Manager at Promotional Products Association International (PPAI). Prior to that she spent 12 years as a Director of Human Resources and Compliance within the medical and dental industry. With an initial background in Psychology, she began her career as a counselor assisting at-risk youth, battered women and children. After completing her Master of Science Degree in Human Resources and Training, she worked for Meeting Professionals International (MPI) managing various educational programs and events.
This session is eligible for 1 clock hours towards CEM Recertification.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 10/13/2026 at 12:00 PM (CDT)
Come join us for our IAEE Women’s Insights Hour! These limited small group discussions are complimentary to IAEE members and are held via Zoom various times throughout the year (webcam and audio required to participate). It’s your time to build new connections, share experiences, knowledge, tips, resources and solutions in an informal, supportive and confidential setting. Come ready to participate, share tips and ask questions!
Come join us for our IAEE Women’s Insights Hour! These limited small group discussions are complimentary to IAEE members and are held via Zoom various times throughout the year (webcam and audio required to participate). It’s your time to build new connections, share experiences, knowledge, tips, resources and solutions in an informal, supportive and confidential setting. Come ready to participate, share tips and ask questions!
Brought to you by:
Stacy Powers, CEM
Vice President, Learning Experiences
IAEE
Stacy Powers, CEM, MS, is currently the Vice President of Learning Experiences at IAEE, where she is responsible for the development and planning of IAEE’s education programs which include Expo! Expo! education, the Women’s Leadership Forums, Leadership Institute, CEIR Predict, MATSO Community Meet Up Education, Consumer Events Education and IAEE webinar content. She previously held the position of Senior Education Manager.
Before joining IAEE, Stacy was Professional Development Manager at Promotional Products Association International (PPAI). Prior to that she spent 12 years as a Director of Human Resources and Compliance within the medical and dental industry. With an initial background in Psychology, she began her career as a counselor assisting at-risk youth, battered women and children. After completing her Master of Science Degree in Human Resources and Training, she worked for Meeting Professionals International (MPI) managing various educational programs and events.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 10/02/2026 at 1:00 PM (CDT)
Join us for the Independent Organizer Insights Hour in which participants will be the subject matter experts! During this 60 min session participants will be diving deep into discussions on different aspects of best practices for running an independent business. This is your time to turn on your video cameras and microphones, write on the virtual whiteboard, share best practices and brainstorm solutions to ongoing industry challenges specific to independent organizers. Whether you’re looking to refine your strategies or simply curious about new ideas, this session promises to be both interactive and practical. This session won’t be recorded nor available on-demand . All participants must attend virtually during the live session. You won’t want to miss out on the key insights or to share with your peers! Registration is capped at 60 participants so make sure to sign up early to reserve your spot! This session is specifically designed for Independent Organizers. This session is eligible for 1 clock hour towards their CEM recertification.
Join us for the Independent Organizer Insights Hour in which participants will be the subject matter experts! During this 60 min session participants will be diving deep into discussions on different aspects of best practices for running an independent business. This is your time to turn on your video cameras and microphones, write on the virtual whiteboard, share best practices and brainstorm solutions to ongoing industry challenges specific to independent organizers. Whether you’re looking to refine your strategies or simply curious about new ideas, this session promises to be both interactive and practical. This session won’t be recorded nor available on-demand . All participants must attend virtually during the live session. You won’t want to miss out on the key insights or to share with your peers!
Registration is capped at 60 participants so make sure to sign up early to reserve your spot! This session is specifically designed for Independent Organizers. This session is eligible for 1 clock hour towards their CEM recertification.
Jody M. Shaw, CMP, CEM, PMP, MS, Prosci
Director of Learning Experiences
IAEE
Jody M. Shaw, CMP, CEM, PMP, MS, Prosci, is the Director of Learning Experiences for the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE). She joined IAEE in June 2025 and she is responsible for educational logistics for webinars and annual conferences. She oversees the IAEE Learning Management System (LMS) and assists with the IAEE Education Committee, Expo! Expo! and the IAEE Leadership Institute, and leads the IAEE's Independent Organizer and IAEE's Emerging Leaders programming. Throughout Jody's career education, events, innovation, and creating a positive impact for non-profits have always been her focus. Jody's experience in events for the last two decades has ranged from overseeing innovative and nimble small events with 60 attendees to large in-person events with up to 25k attendees. Her project management experience has included re-designing Learning Management Systems, creating automated workflows, and large-scale multi-year and multi-Million-Dollar capital improvement projects.
This session is eligible for 1 clock hours towards CEM Recertification.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Recorded On: 09/16/2026
在展会及现场活动期间，突发状况往往会迅速引发一系列难题——包括沟通受阻、运营混乱，以及主办方、场馆方、供应商、参展商乃至领导团队之间的响应滞后。在本次网络研讨会中，与会者将共同探讨活动团队在活动开始前加强应急准备的三种实用途径。本次会议将重点聚焦于优化沟通规划、明确决策职责，以及强化各利益相关方之间的协同一致，旨在帮助各方在瞬息万变的局势中减少混乱，提升响应成效。本研讨会专为展会及活动行业的专业人士量身打造，将提供极具实操价值的应急准备洞察，助力与会者将其成功应用于未来举办的各类规模的活动之中。 Disruptions during exhibitions and live events can quickly create communication challenges, operational confusion, and response delays across organizers, venues, vendors, exhibitors, and leadership teams. In this webinar, attendees will explore three practical ways event teams can strengthen emergency preparedness before an event begins. The session will focus on improving communication planning, clarifying decision-making responsibilities, and strengthening stakeholder alignment to help reduce confusion and improve response effectiveness during fast-moving situations. Designed for exhibition and event professionals, this webinar provides practical preparedness insights that attendees can apply to future events of all sizes.
在展会和现场活动期间，突发状况往往会迅速引发一系列难题，导致主办方、场馆方、供应商、参展商及领导团队之间出现沟通障碍、运营混乱和响应迟滞。在本次网络研讨会中，与会者将共同探讨活动团队在活动开始前加强应急准备的三种实用途径。本次会议将重点聚焦于完善沟通规划、明确决策职责以及加强各利益相关方之间的协同一致，旨在帮助各方在瞬息万变的紧急局势中减少混乱，提升响应成效。本研讨会专为展会与活动行业的专业人士量身打造，将提供切实可行的应急准备策略与见解，供与会者应用于未来举办的各类规模的活动之中。
学习目标：
1. 掌握在现场活动开始前完善沟通规划的实用方法。
2. 明确活动团队可采取的具体步骤，以便提前界定决策角色及应急上报职责。
3. 探索如何在突发状况发生前，加强活动各利益相关方之间的协调与协同。本次会议对 IAEE 会员免费，非会员费用为 79 美元。
Disruptions during exhibitions and live events can quickly create communication challenges, operational confusion, and response delays across organizers, venues, vendors, exhibitors, and leadership teams. In this webinar, attendees will explore three practical ways event teams can strengthen emergency preparedness before an event begins. The session will focus on improving communication planning, clarifying decision-making responsibilities, and strengthening stakeholder alignment to help reduce confusion and improve response effectiveness during fast-moving situations. Designed for exhibition and event professionals, this webinar provides practical preparedness insights that attendees can apply to future events of all sizes.
Learning Objectives:
1. Recognize practical ways to improve communication planning before a live event.
2. Identify steps event teams can take to clarify decision-making roles and escalation responsibilities in advance.
3. Explore ways to strengthen coordination and alignment between event stakeholders before disruptions occur.This session is free for IAEE Members and $79 for non-members.
Bob Mellinger
President and Founder
Attainium Corporation
Bob Mellinger is the Founder and CEO of Attainium Corp, where he helps organizations improve preparedness by understanding how they coordinate, communicate, and make decisions during disruption. For more than 30 years, he has worked with associations, event organizations, credit unions, corporations, and other organizations to strengthen readiness through business continuity planning, facilitated exercises, workshops, and preparedness initiatives. Bob is a frequent speaker on preparedness, continuity, crisis response, and organizational coordination under pressure. He has delivered sessions for organizations including ASAE, IAEE, MPI, PCMA, credit union organizations, and numerous professional and trade associations, and has served as a guest lecturer at several universities. His work focuses on helping organizations surface operational realities before an incident exposes them, enabling leaders and teams to respond with greater clarity, confidence, and coordination.
本次课程可计入0.75个学时，用于CEM资格证书的重新认证。
This session is eligible for 0.75 clock hour towards CEM recertification.
观看会议：进入直播或点播虚拟会议后，选择 CC 按钮即可查看西班牙语、中文或英语的字幕。
To view the session: Once you have entered the live or on-demand virtual session, select the CC button for the closed captions in Chinese.
完成点播虚拟课程后：选择中文、西班牙文或英文的课程评估调查。
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Recorded On: 09/16/2026
Las interrupciones durante exposiciones y eventos en vivo pueden generar rápidamente desafíos de comunicación, confusión operativa y retrasos en la respuesta entre organizadores, recintos, proveedores, expositores y equipos directivos. En este seminario web, los asistentes explorarán tres formas prácticas en las que los equipos de eventos pueden reforzar su preparación ante emergencias antes de que el evento dé comienzo. La sesión se centrará en mejorar la planificación de la comunicación, clarificar las responsabilidades en la toma de decisiones y fortalecer la alineación entre las partes interesadas, con el fin de ayudar a reducir la confusión y mejorar la eficacia de la respuesta durante situaciones de rápida evolución. Diseñado para profesionales del sector de exposiciones y eventos, este seminario web ofrece conocimientos prácticos sobre preparación que los asistentes podrán aplicar en futuros eventos de cualquier magnitud. Disruptions during exhibitions and live events can quickly create communication challenges, operational confusion, and response delays across organizers, venues, vendors, exhibitors, and leadership teams. In this webinar, attendees will explore three practical ways event teams can strengthen emergency preparedness before an event begins. The session will focus on improving communication planning, clarifying decision-making responsibilities, and strengthening stakeholder alignment to help reduce confusion and improve response effectiveness during fast-moving situations. Designed for exhibition and event professionals, this webinar provides practical preparedness insights that attendees can apply to future events of all sizes.
Las interrupciones durante exposiciones y eventos en vivo pueden generar rápidamente desafíos de comunicación, confusión operativa y retrasos en la respuesta entre organizadores, recintos, proveedores, expositores y equipos directivos. En este seminario web, los asistentes explorarán tres formas prácticas en las que los equipos de eventos pueden reforzar su preparación para emergencias antes de que comience el evento. La sesión se centrará en mejorar la planificación de la comunicación, clarificar las responsabilidades en la toma de decisiones y fortalecer la alineación entre las partes interesadas, con el fin de ayudar a reducir la confusión y mejorar la eficacia de la respuesta durante situaciones de rápida evolución. Diseñado para profesionales del sector de exposiciones y eventos, este seminario web ofrece conocimientos prácticos sobre preparación que los asistentes podrán aplicar en futuros eventos de cualquier magnitud.
Objetivos de aprendizaje:
1. Reconocer formas prácticas de mejorar la planificación de la comunicación antes de un evento en vivo.
2. Identificar los pasos que los equipos de eventos pueden seguir para clarificar de antemano los roles de toma de decisiones y las responsabilidades de escalamiento.
3. Explorar formas de fortalecer la coordinación y la alineación entre las partes interesadas del evento antes de que se produzcan interrupciones.Esta sesión es gratuita para los miembros de la IAEE y tiene un costo de $79 para los no miembros.
Disruptions during exhibitions and live events can quickly create communication challenges, operational confusion, and response delays across organizers, venues, vendors, exhibitors, and leadership teams. In this webinar, attendees will explore three practical ways event teams can strengthen emergency preparedness before an event begins. The session will focus on improving communication planning, clarifying decision-making responsibilities, and strengthening stakeholder alignment to help reduce confusion and improve response effectiveness during fast-moving situations. Designed for exhibition and event professionals, this webinar provides practical preparedness insights that attendees can apply to future events of all sizes.
Learning Objectives:
1. Recognize practical ways to improve communication planning before a live event.
2. Identify steps event teams can take to clarify decision-making roles and escalation responsibilities in advance.
3. Explore ways to strengthen coordination and alignment between event stakeholders before disruptions occur.This session is free for IAEE Members and $79 for non-members.
Bob Mellinger
President and Founder
Attainium Corporation
Bob Mellinger is the Founder and CEO of Attainium Corp, where he helps organizations improve preparedness by understanding how they coordinate, communicate, and make decisions during disruption. For more than 30 years, he has worked with associations, event organizations, credit unions, corporations, and other organizations to strengthen readiness through business continuity planning, facilitated exercises, workshops, and preparedness initiatives. Bob is a frequent speaker on preparedness, continuity, crisis response, and organizational coordination under pressure. He has delivered sessions for organizations including ASAE, IAEE, MPI, PCMA, credit union organizations, and numerous professional and trade associations, and has served as a guest lecturer at several universities. His work focuses on helping organizations surface operational realities before an incident exposes them, enabling leaders and teams to respond with greater clarity, confidence, and coordination.
Esta sesión es válida para obtener 1 hora de crédito para la recertificación CEM.
This session is eligible for 1 clock hour towards CEM recertification.
Para ver la sesión: Una vez que haya ingresado a la sesión virtual en vivo o bajo demanda, seleccione el botón CC para activar los subtítulos en españo.
Una vez que haya completado la sesión virtual a demanda: seleccione la encuesta de evaluación de la sesión en español.
To view the session: Once you have entered the live or on-demand virtual session, select the CC button for the closed captions in Spanish.
After you have completed the on-demand virtual session: select the session evaluation survey in Spanish.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Recorded On: 09/16/2026
Disruptions during exhibitions and live events can quickly create communication challenges, operational confusion, and response delays across organizers, venues, vendors, exhibitors, and leadership teams. In this webinar, attendees will explore three practical ways event teams can strengthen emergency preparedness before an event begins. The session will focus on improving communication planning, clarifying decision-making responsibilities, and strengthening stakeholder alignment to help reduce confusion and improve response effectiveness during fast-moving situations. Designed for exhibition and event professionals, this webinar provides practical preparedness insights that attendees can apply to future events of all sizes.
Disruptions during exhibitions and live events can quickly create communication challenges, operational confusion, and response delays across organizers, venues, vendors, exhibitors, and leadership teams. In this webinar, attendees will explore three practical ways event teams can strengthen emergency preparedness before an event begins. The session will focus on improving communication planning, clarifying decision-making responsibilities, and strengthening stakeholder alignment to help reduce confusion and improve response effectiveness during fast-moving situations. Designed for exhibition and event professionals, this webinar provides practical preparedness insights that attendees can apply to future events of all sizes.
Learning Objectives:
1. Recognize practical ways to improve communication planning before a live event.
2. Identify steps event teams can take to clarify decision-making roles and escalation responsibilities in advance.
3. Explore ways to strengthen coordination and alignment between event stakeholders before disruptions occur.This session is free for IAEE Members and is $79 for non-members.
Bob Mellinger
President and Founder
Attainium Corporation
Bob Mellinger is the Founder and CEO of Attainium Corp, where he helps organizations improve preparedness by understanding how they coordinate, communicate, and make decisions during disruption. For more than 30 years, he has worked with associations, event organizations, credit unions, corporations, and other organizations to strengthen readiness through business continuity planning, facilitated exercises, workshops, and preparedness initiatives. Bob is a frequent speaker on preparedness, continuity, crisis response, and organizational coordination under pressure. He has delivered sessions for organizations including ASAE, IAEE, MPI, PCMA, credit union organizations, and numerous professional and trade associations, and has served as a guest lecturer at several universities. His work focuses on helping organizations surface operational realities before an incident exposes them, enabling leaders and teams to respond with greater clarity, confidence, and coordination.
This session is eligible for 0.75 clock hours towards CEM Recertification.
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