In collaboration with other Chicagoland meetings and events industry associations, Industry Xchange (IX) 2019 will be held at Alhambra Palace Restaurant for an afternoon education program. This will be followed by a networking and blow-out celebration, all on Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID)!
As Industry Xchange is all about collaboration and community, we will be asking YOU, the heart of our community, to share what you want to hear about at Industry Xchange. We want to hear your thoughts and your questions on industry topics that will ultimately be integrated into our program and discussion. You can share your thoughts on questions and topics via the Industry Xchange Topic & Question Submission Form.
Thought-provoking topics, amazing networking opportunities, endless opportunities to grow, and a celebration of our industry: all we need is YOU!
June 5, 2019
Educational Program
Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center
June 20, 2019
Minneapolis Chapter Meetup Organized by IAEEMWC
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Location: TBD
June 20, 2019
Chapter Meetup Organized by IAEE Young Professionals 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Paradise Park 1913 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Round Table Discussions, Networking & Collaboration at each event! Everyone talks. Everyone listens.
Join us at Paradise Park, a fun, outdoor-living themed pizza spot in Wicker Park with a huge twinkling wonderland patio. Our Chapter Meetups are the perfect meeting place for everyone to network, socialize and share their stories, discuss tips and opportunities.
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel 1551 N. Thoreau Dr. Schaumburg, IL 60173
IAEE’s Women’s Leadership Forum has been designed to focus on topics that are unique to women in the exhibitions and events industry. It is tailored for all women regardless of age, individual situation or current position held within their company. The forum will provide knowledge and strategies for attendees to succeed in their current positions, as well as motivation and inspiration to take your career to the next level. The Forum will give you the tools and resources while balancing life along the way. The Forum is a half-day program beginning at 8:30 a.m. and ending with lunch at 12:00 p.m. more information...
Program Fees IAEE Member Rate $299 USD | Non-member Rate $599 USD
Registration Deadline: Friday, 12 July 2019
This regional half day forum qualifies for three (3) CEUs upon completion.
July 18, 2019
Minneapolis Chapter Meetup Organized by IAEEMWC
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Location: TBD
July 18, 2019
Chapter Meetup Organized by IAEE Young Professionals 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kaiser Tiger 1415 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601
Round Table Discussions, Networking & Collaboration at each event! Everyone talks. Everyone listens.
Join us at Kaiser Tiger, a bi-level gastropub with tons of brews on tap, plus hearty eats and a huge seasonal beer garden located in the West Loop. Our Chapter Meetups are the perfect meeting place for everyone to network, socialize and share their stories, discuss tips and opportunities.
The IAEE Midwestern Chapter takes the 30th Annual Golf Outing to Seven Bridges Golf Club in beautiful Woodridge, IL. On Monday, September 9, IAEE Midwestern Chapter golfers will be able to experience a superbly maintained championship golf course that provides a "private club experience."
The 30th AnnualGolf Outing will include exceptional golf, contests, trophies and prizes, as well as lunch, a reception and dinner. This is designed to be a special day for you to entertain clients or reward employees. Foursomes and sponsorships are available on a first come first served basis.
Not a golfer? Join us for the member mixer networking reception and dinner following the outing.
Schedule: Check-in and warm-up: 11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Shot gun start with lunch on the course: 12:00 p.m. Non-golfer’s Reception: 5:00 p.m. Reception & Dinner (with prize drawings) 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Take advantage of early bird rates!
September 19, 2019
Chapter Meetup! Organized by IAEE Young Professionals 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Punch Bowl Social Chicago 310 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
Round Table Discussions, Networking & Collaboration at each event! Everyone talks. Everyone listens.
Join us at this sprawling complex offering New American eats and craft cocktails with bowling, karaoke, bocce and games located in the West Loop. Our Chapter Meetups are the perfect meeting place for everyone to network, socialize and share their stories, discuss tips and opportunities.
Thank you for making a difference and for your kind and generous support of our Chapter Charity, Sarah's Circle.
February 20, 2019
Educational Program & Networking Reception Wednesday, February 20, 2019 Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont 5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018
A group of experienced show managers shared their war stories from the front lines. Attendees learned how they overcame the challenges they faced. The takeaways from this session was tried and true "tips of the trade", creative ways to use technology to your advantage, and just good ole' fashioned common sense.
The format was fast paced as each presenter had approximately 10 minutes to tell their tale...followed by approximately another 10 minutes for questions.
Presenters were ...
Noreen Burke, CEM Director of New Business Development Corcoran Expositions
We had an outstanding turn out at our concurrent chapter meetups. We celebrated and shared in holiday cheer, tradeshow life stories, and overall best practices.
Come eat, drink, be merry and kick off the Holiday Season! Bring colleagues and friends, meet and mingle with new friends and old and partake in some holiday cheer.
TOPIC: Creative Sponsorships and Creative Show Floor Ideas Call Leader: Gretchen Liedl, Manager, Exhibits & Sponsorship, American Academy of Neurology
The IAEE Midwestern Chapter takes Memberlink Discussion Board live! Chat live with other show managers and discuss your creative ideas.
Thursday, September 27
IAEE Midwestern Chapter Annual Meeting
The 2018 IAEE Midwestern Chapter Annual Meeting once again brought us together to learn and share. Our distinguished presenters pooled their expertise to provide essential industry insights.
Where: Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab 60 E. Grand Ave. (Corner of Grand & Rush) Chicago, IL 60611 map Time: 8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Registration, Networking, and Breakfast 8:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Annual Meeting and Presentations
An outstanding morning was planned featuring ...
Industry Update Presented By: David DuBois, CMP, CAE, FASAE, CTA President & CEO, IAEE
Provided in part by IAEE's Chapter Education Grant
2018 Volunteer of the Year
Every year, members donate time and expertise to IAEE MWC. Volunteers play an integral role in the day-to-day operations of the association and help chart our future. This highest accolade is awarded annually and recognizes leadership and outstanding contributions to the association.
We are happy to announce the 2018 Volunteer of the Year recipient is Jennifer Gallatin, International Marketing Coordinator, Association of Equipment Manufacturers, Member of the Member Engagement Committee.
In the words of her nominator, Tricia Mallett, “Jennifer understands the value that IAEE brings to associations overall and specifically our MWC. Her focus to help the MWC engage with one another is above and beyond.”
Tuesday, August 28
Milwaukee Member Meetup
Unfortunately, with the forecast of severe thunderstorms, we have no choice but to move our Meetup to an indoor location.
Where: New Indoor Venue: D14 Brewery & Pub 2273 S Howell Ave Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207
Annual Golf Outing Where: Cantigny Golf Club Wheaton, IL
Nothing beats a relaxing game of golf... especially when you play with friends and colleagues who share a common goal! A day of golf, great beverages, food, and prizes, as well as, lunch, a reception, and dinner were shared by all.
TOPIC: Meetings and Exhibits Rules and Regulations Have you ever wondered if your rules and regulations are in line with what other organizations are doing?
~Attendees received 1 CEU toward their CEM~
The IAEE Midwestern Chapter is taking the Memberlink Discussion Board live, with our first ever live idea sharing. Chat live with other show managers about how they handle their rules and regulations to gain insights and perspectives into other groups.
We will cover topics like:
Tradeshow name/logo usage
Sanctions and penalties
Presentations/demonstrations
And anywhere else the conversation takes us!
Call Leaders: Gretchen Liedl, Manager, Exhibits & Sponsorship, American Academy of Neurology Tricia Mallett, CEM, Tradeshow Director and Director of Event Services & Technology, Association of Equipment Manufacturers
Thursday, June 13, 2018
June Education Program & Networking Reception
WHERE: Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel 1551 Thoreau Dr. N, Schaumburg, IL 60173 | Map
How Increased Situational Awareness and an Improved Guest Experience can Improve your Event Security Presenter: Mark Herrera Director of Education, International Association of Venue Managers
As exhibition and event professionals, we have the responsibility of ensuring that attendees are as safe as possible at our events. It is critical that there is a plan of action allowing for quick decision making.
This session provided an engaging, interactive experience for participants interested in event security. We covered situational awareness, understood the resources available to protect public facility assemblies, and heard from subject matter experts on critical infrastructure protection to help you understand mass casualty incidents and preparedness during an event.
This session allowed our attendees to see how educating those involved in the planning and execution of a meeting or event has an impact on event participants.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Learn to leverage guest services to mitigate safety and security risks.
Hear how enhancing professionalism and assisting employees in recognizing the Impact their words or actions have on the public.
Increase personal safety and decrease stress when encountering someone uncooperative.
Thursday, June 21, 2018
Member Meet Up at Ravinia
Looking for something fun to do this summer? The Member Engagement Committee put together a Meet-Up at Ravinia to hear Well-Strung perform. If you like classical music you’ll love them. If you prefer pop music you’ll love them. Enjoy both? Then you’re in for a real treat!
You're invited to spend time with fellow KC-area IAEE members and make some new friends! There's no formal program -- simply come for food and camaraderie.
Feel free to invite your expo industry colleagues, clients or vendors to join us! Appetizers provided by IAEE – drinks are on your own
Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Young Professionals Meet-Up (But all are welcome)
Join your fellow Midwest Young Professionals in celebrating #ExhibitionsDay!
Midwestern Chapter Young Professionals Happy Hour!
#ExhibitionsDay
Where: The J. Parker (Rooftop, Hotel Lincoln) When: June 5th, 2018 Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
What a better way to start off your Chicago Summer!
Time: 4:30pm - 7:30pm Where: TagPrints - 320 W. Ohio Street, 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL 60654
Drinks, food, and games to be provided by
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Volunteer Opportunity
Come volunteer with IAEE Midwest Chapter to help those struggling with hunger in Chicago, by joining us in a food re-pack session at the Greater Chicago Food Depository. We've reserved 15 spots for the session on Wednesday, May 2nd. The session is from 1-3: 45 pm, information on parking and more details will be provided prior to the event. Training will be provided by the GCFD that day so all you need to bring is a healthy attitude and a desire to help the community!
To sign up, please click here. If you have volunteered with the Food Depository before you will be asked to log into your account if this is your first time you will create an account and sign an electronic waiver. These spots will go fast, so don't delay!
Industry Xchange & Global Meetings Industry Day Wintrust Arena 200 E Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616
Industry Xchange is an industry-wide, collaborative education and networking event for the meeting and events industry. Gain new perspectives on key trends and issues facing the meetings industry today and what they mean for your business opportunities and beyond.
In collaboration with Choose Chicago’s Annual Meeting, IX2018 will be held at the Wintrust Arena for an afternoon of education, networking and a blow-out celebration on Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID)!
What is GMID?
Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) is a global meeting initiative driven through the Meetings Mean Business partnership. Meetings Mean Business is an industry-wide coalition to showcase the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences, and conventions bring to people, businesses and communities.
By rallying industry advocates, working with stakeholders, conducting original research, engaging with outside voices and more, the coalition brings the industry together to emphasize its importance. Comprised of over 60 members, the coalition unites the meetings industry with one strong and powerful voice. In 2016, MMB partners hosted over 100 events in more than 30 countries in all corners of the globe to showcase the real power of meetings, events, conventions, exhibitions and more.
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
What's Your Wow? Clearly, Confidently & Concisely Communicate What Sets You Apart From Everyone Else
Educational Program & Networking Reception ~ Earn 1 CEU ~
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
IAEE Midwest Chapter Minneapolis Meet Up! Punch Bowl Social 1691 Park Pl Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55416
Thursday, January 25, 2018
4th Annual Kickball Tournament - SOLD OUT
Where: McCormick Place, Hall F1
Registration and warm-up begin at 4:30 PM Games Begin at 5:30 PM • Free Parking •
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Chapter Reception at EXPO! EXPO!
Where: Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center Room 007D, River Level 900 East Market Street San Antonio, TX 78205
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
IAEE National Concurrent Young Professionals Happy Hour Butch McGuire's
2nd Annual Concurrent Meet-Up for the Midwestern Chapter
Monday, June 27, 2016
Sweatworking Meet Up Wrigley Square, Millennium Park
Sweatworking is the new healthier and interactive form of networking, so come out and join us! We will have a fitness/yoga session led by a personal trainer in a local Chicago park.
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Talking Like TED II Educational Program and Networking Event
Midwestern Chapter Annual Meeting HOW PREPARED ARE YOU? Educational Program with Lunch & Networking Is it realistic for event planners to expect the unexpected? Today we encounter everything during our meetings and events: socio-political crisis, civil unrest, protests, food-poisoning, and natural disasters…this experienced group of industry colleagues has seen it all! Take part in the discussions as their stories are shared and insights are revealed dealing with untimely crisis or disruption during a convention or an event.
AED AF Services Am Dental Association Audio Visual One Bank of America Chicago Marathon Century Cleaning Choose Chicago ConferenceDirect Corcoran Expositions Donald E Stephens Convention Center Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services Experient Freeman GES Hall Erikson Helen Brett Enterprises HIMSS International Housewares J&J Exhibitors Service, Inc. Lifetime Fitness Athletic Events LVCVA Map Your Show Map Your Show McCormick Place/SMG Meet Chicago Northwest ORBITZ Prime Electrical & Exhibition Services RES Rosemont Exposition Services Rosemont Convention Bureau RSNA Tasty Catering The Expo Group USW Local 17 Decorators Union Valley Expo & Display Visit Houston Wm. T. Glasgow
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Midwestern Chapter Concurrent Meet Up
Concurrent Meet Ups were held in:
Chicago • When: September 9th, From 5-7pm • Where: Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery (1 W. Grand Avenue). • What: IAEE MWC Meet Up
Milwaukee • When: September 9th, From 5-7pm • Where: Central Standard Craft Distillery • What: IAEE MWC Meet Up
Minneapolis • When: September 9th, From 5-7pm • Where: Parella Uptown Minneapolis located at Calhoun Square at Lake and Hennepin • What: IAEE MWC Meet Up
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to meet other young professionals in the Midwestern Chapter. No registration fee required! Please contact Sarah Madonia if you are planning to join us.
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Educational Program - Talking Like "TED" Swissotel, The Palm Restaurant, Lakeshore Room
Weren't able to join us? Don't sweat it. We have handouts available for download.
This program was approved for 1 hour of CEM recertification credit - download a certificate
Special thanks to our generous June Program sponsor:
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Member Meet Up
Stop by after work for informal drinks, networking, and camaraderie between IAEE members and friends. This event is FREE to members and non-members!
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
How Big Is Your Pipe? Educational Program and Member Mixer - Attend and earn 1.5 CEM credits Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
About the Program:
We know we need it, but do we know what “it” is?
We’re talking about the internet and navigating the terms you hear, but may not fully understand.
V-Lan?
2Gig redundant?
How do personal hotspots and 3G/4G technology affect your decision?
Are you paying too much by not asking the right questions for your group?
This insightful panel will discuss the ins and outs and the latest updates in a constantly changing environment. Whether you’re looking at an in-house meeting at a hotel for 300 people or an event at a convention center for thousands, we’ll help you understand what you need so you can budget correctly and get the best service for your event participants.
It’s crucial to know the format of the delivery and we’ll tell you why, as well as define commonly used terms and send you off with a quick reference guide to take back to the office and share.
Thursday, January 22, 2015
2nd Annual Kick Ball Tournament Networking, Food, Drinks, and Fun!
Where: McCormick Place
December 9 - 11, 2014
EXPO! EXPO! - L.A.
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
IAEE Midwestern Chapter Reception at EXPO! EXPO! JW Marriott Los Angeles at LA Live
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
Annual Holiday Event with Educational Program
Kendall College Chicago
The educational portion of this program is sponsored by:
A Collaboration Between both IAEE and the IAEE Midwestern Chapter Chicago, IL
Culture is a feeling, a vibe, an extension of your brand
The best way for organizations to produce a meaningful culture is to establish a community in which stakeholders partner to play a role in its strategic direction. It’s the competitive edge that creates trust and inclusion within a group.
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Coloring Outside the Lines™...Creating a NEW Association Experience with Jeff Tobe Education Program, Volunteer Drive & Member Mixer
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Kick Ball Tournament
Congratulations Valley - Winners of the 2014 Kick Ball Tournament!
Educational Program & Networking Reception
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