Facilities and Site Selection - VIRTUAL CLASS - 4/14/26
Includes a Live Web Event on 04/14/2026 at 8:30 AM (CDT)
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- Non-member - $490
- Member - $349
- Freeman Member - $279.20
This class will be conducted VIRTUALLY through Zoom on 4/14/26 from 8:30am - 2:30pm CST. There will be an optional 30-minute study period followed by an hour for the exam. Those that are recertifying, not taking the exam or taking the course as not part of the CEM program will end their day at 2:30pm CST.
You are required to read the workbook before class. It is located under the “Workbook” tab.
You must have a webcam to take this class.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Site selection is a crucial first step in producing a successful exhibition or event. This includes the process of choosing both a geographical location and a facility for an exhibition or event. Site selection consists of advanced detailed planning, including access for attendees of all populations, organizational goals and objectives, exhibitor/attendee needs, and transportation. Careful consideration should be given to all factors that could impact the success of the overall exhibition.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
After completing this course, the participant should be able to:
- Evaluate and select a geographical location and a facility that meets the goals of the stakeholder, as well as the exhibition and/or event
- Differentiate between the types of facilities that host exhibitions and/or events
- Discuss the similarities and differences between U.S. and non-U.S. facilities
- Articulate the value and economic impact of the exhibition on the host city
- Identify potential revenue streams for facilities to aid in negotiations
- Discuss and apply the key components of conducting a site visit
- Gain an understanding of the essential elements required in a request for proposal (RFP)
- Discuss the importance of both strategic and operational aspects of site selection
- Identify members of the site-selection committee
Erika Welling, CEM, DES
Chief Experience Officer
Blendz Events
Erika Welling, CEM, DES, is chief experience officer and founder of Blendz Events, a conceptual strategic organization which creates innovative and memorable exhibition and event experiences around the globe. Happy clients include San Diego Wine & Food Festival, Universal Whisky Experience, ConvExx (SHOT Show), National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), Gabriel & Co, NABD, and more. Ms. Welling is a Las Vegas Hospitality Association Foundation (LVHAF) founding member, board member, and trustee; past president of the board for Las Vegas Hospitality Association (LVHA); founding member of the international Exhibition Think Tank (ETT); International Association of Exhibitions and Events® (IAEE) membership engagement past chairperson; IAEE Certified in Exhibition Management® (CEM) Learning Program past CEM Commission member and current CEM faculty and facilitator; IAEE Event Technology past committee member; Southwest IAEE chapter past chairperson and current director; and is a certified Digital Event Strategist (DES.) Erika has been awarded the IAEE Volunteer of the Year Award and Chapter Merit Award. Throughout her career, Erika has served on boards of tourism, professional education, and philanthropic associations. Erika invariably incorporates her education from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh in her profession. In her free time, she enjoys an assortment of art projects, reading, skiing, and hiking. https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-welling-cem-des/
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