ILEA Seattle: September Meeting

Join us for an engaging evening at ILEA Seattle's September meeting, "Prosecco and Planes - Networking Across the Globe," where we’ll dive into the ins and outs of attending and making the most of industry conferences. Whether you’re focused on one city, a region, or multiple states, this session will help you navigate the conference world like a pro.

Our speakers for the evening are Robin Denny, MBA, CPCE, CERP, Director of Sales for BBJ La Tavola, and Liz Johnson, Senior Director of Tourism Development for Visit Seattle. Robin brings a wealth of experience in event industry growth and relationship management, while Liz offers invaluable insights into business development and networking on a global scale.

Together, they’ll explore key questions like:

• Why attend conferences in the first place?
• Which event industry conferences should be on your radar?
• How to choose the right conference for your needs?
• Tips for staying organized and making meaningful connections while attending.

Plus, they’ll share their do’s and don’ts for conference behavior, including how to network effectively without being the one who overindulges in the prosecco!

Don’t miss this chance to expand your professional network and gain actionable insights. Register now and join us on 9/26 at Imperia Lake Union from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. It’s an evening you won’t want to miss!

ILEA Accelerate Scholarship Fund

At ILEA Seattle, we believe that opportunity and access are the foundations of diversity, equity, and inclusion. That's why we're proud to introduce the ILEA Accelerate Scholarship Fund, designed to empower event professionals by removing financial barriers to participation. This initiative is a key part of our commitment to making ILEA a place of belonging for all event professionals.

The ILEA Accelerate Scholarship Fund offers meeting and membership scholarships to those who might not otherwise be able to afford them. Funded through generous member donations, raffle sales, and other sources, these scholarships are stepping stones towards a more inclusive industry.

How can you support? Purchase a ticket at the Accelerate rate to contribute directly to this vital fund, purchase raffle tickets, and donate raffle items to help us bring this to more people.  Your support not only accelerates the careers of fellow event professionals but also enriches our community with diverse perspectives and experiences.

Join us in building a more inclusive future. Together, we can ensure that every event professional has the chance to grow, connect, and succeed.