The Exhibitions Mean Business campaign will hold its fifth annual “Exhibitions Day” at Capitol Hill on June 5th and 6th to champion the impact that the industry has upon the US economy. According to the Center for Exhibition Industry Research, events contributed $91 billion to US GDP in 2017, an approximately $10 billion increase. From TSNN…
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo may have met North Korea’s Kim Jong-un, but we now know that President Trump’s face-to-face with the Supreme Leader on June 12th won’t take place. Before it was officially cancelled, one Iceberg partner pondered the pressures for organisers of such meetings. From editor’s blog at Meetpie.com…
The world has become a more dangerous place, and organizations that hold meetings need to be prepared to respond if an emergency arises. Reducing panic, ensuring safety, and containing liability are crucial goals of a strong crisis management plan. Crisis management plans are not one-size-fits-all. They need to be reviewed and revised regularly to incorporate external…
The Association Law Symposium is the premiere event for association and nonprofit attorneys, in-house counsel, CEOs, COOs, and senior-level association executives who need to stay up-to-date on the most pressing legal issues in the association management industry. The symposium offers presentations and perspectives across a variety of topics with legal implications for associations, including human…
The ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition is where thousands of association professionals and industry partners gather to exchange resources, strategies, solutions, and more. Over three days of learning, growing, and finding inspiration, attendees gain a year’s worth of practical ideas and colleague support to fuel their work as leaders in the association industry.
HALF DAY COURSE – Designed for non-financially-oriented individuals, employees with new budgeting responsibilities, or people who are just looking to broaden their scope of knowledge. You’ll learn or review the basics of financial information—the key terms and concepts that even former humanities majors need to understand in order to succeed in thriving organizations. By the end…
FULL DAY COURSE: Designed for non-financially-oriented individuals, employees with new budgeting responsibilities, or people who are just looking to broaden their scope of knowledge. You will start the day by learning or reviewing the basics of financial information and going over key terms and concepts so that the next time someone is talking about finances, you’ll…
Negotiating successfully requires both an efficient process and “soft skills” that aid communication and interaction with others. By understanding all of these elements, you become well versed in the art of negotiations. This program, one of six courses in the Business of Meetings Certificate Program, reviews key tactics in contract negotiations and identifies concepts that you will…
For those who are new to the profession or have less than five years of experience in the field, Association Management Week is composed of five one-day programs designed to build a strong understanding of the fundamentals and core functions of association management. Consider this block of courses the starting point on your association management career path….
For those who are new to the profession or have less than five years of experience in the field, Association Management Week is composed of five one-day programs designed to build a strong understanding of the fundamentals and core functions of association management. Consider this block of courses the starting point on your association management career…
HALF DAY COURSE – Designed for non-financially-oriented individuals, employees with new budgeting responsibilities, or people who are just looking to broaden their scope of knowledge. You’ll learn or review the basics of financial information—the key terms and concepts that even former humanities majors need to understand in order to succeed in thriving organizations. By the end…
This informative course will review key facilitation principles and how to apply them to your face-to-face meetings. Some of these concepts can also enhance your virtual meetings. Association professionals who conduct meetings for staff colleagues, boards or committees, or volunteer groups will find this program especially helpful. Dawn Rhine Certified Professional Facilitator, will share her…
ASAE Fellows will have a unique opportunity to reconnect with other Fellows, experience exceptional education sessions, exchange knowledge with peers, and welcome the 2018 Class of Fellows. This must-attend retreat is a time for personal and professional reflection, planning, and engagement—and a little fun, too!
Are you ready to pursue the Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation but don’t know where to begin? Maybe you’ve signed up to take the CAE exam, but you’re not sure how to prepare. If you are ready to earn your CAE, the CAE Kickoff course is your first step. And a copy of the CAE Study…
ASAE’s Government Relations Symposium has been the premier event for association GR specialists for more than 20 years. This high-level conference shares the latest trends and most pressing issues in the field, and experts work with attendees to maximize their association’s influence and relationships with governmental institutions.
The Symposium for Chief Executive and Chief Elected Officers provides a unique opportunity for you and your volunteer leader to maximize the leadership partnership. Explore how you can best work together to effectively carry out your association’s mission and enhance future success. The expert faculty from Tecker International, LLC, will help you and your leadership partner…
HALF DAY COURSE – Designed for non-financially-oriented individuals, employees with new budgeting responsibilities, or people who are just looking to broaden their scope of knowledge. You’ll learn or review the basics of financial information—the key terms and concepts that even former humanities majors need to understand in order to succeed in thriving organizations. By the end…
FULL DAY COURSE: Designed for non-financially-oriented individuals, employees with new budgeting responsibilities, or people who are just looking to broaden their scope of knowledge. You will start the day by learning or reviewing the basics of financial information and going over key terms and concepts so that the next time someone is talking about finances,…
The Seattle City Council has voted unanimously to allow work on the expansion of the Washington State Convention Center to go forward. The $1.6 billion project, for which ground will be broken this year, aims to double the size of the facility to more than than 850,000 square feet of space. From Meetings & Conventions…
Iceberg partner the Events Industry Council will induct four sector professionals into its prestigious Hall of Leaders this October during IMEX America in Las Vegas. The inductees include Iceberg partner Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball & Co (pictured), Henry Givray of SmithBucklin, Edward Liu of CEMS Singapore, and former PCMA leader Deborah Sexton. Photo: @trekwireless.co.uk. From Meetings & Conventions…
UFI, the exhibition industry’s global association, has elected its first female and USA-based President. Mary Larkin (above right), Executive Vice President of Portland-based Diversified Communications, will serve for the 2019-20 term, after both incoming President Craig Newman (left) and the current President Corrado Peraboni (centre). From CIM News Magazine…
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