DALLAS
IAEE has announced a new program designed to bring 20 deserving young professionals to Expo! Expo!— IAEE’s annual meeting, taking place Dec. 4 to 6 in Orlando—who may not otherwise have the financial resources to attend. IAEE’s 20 under 30 program, sponsored by the Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Austin Convention Center, provides industry education for professional growth in the exhibitions and events industry.
Selected applicants will receive one full, complimentary registration to Expo! Expo! and lodging for three nights at the Hilton Orlando. As part of the selection process, applicants are asked to provide a YouTube video answering specific questions about the exhibitions and events industry, their background and why IAEE and its Expo! Expo! event are important on a long-term basis. Honorees will be recognized throughout the annual meeting and formally at IAEE’s Expo! Expo! general session on Wednesday, Dec. 5.
“IAEE is proud to serve as the catalyst for select young professionals in the exhibitions and events industry who have not had the chance to experience Expo! Expo!,” said IAEE President Steven Hacker, CAE, FASAE. “There is no doubt that the rich content offered at the annual meeting, including education, networking, career building, certification and community building, will provide long-term benefits throughout their careers.
”To be considered for IAEE’s 20 Under 30 program, applicants must submit their application by Oct. 10, 2012 and must be employed by an active organizer member of IAEE. No more than two applicants from a single member organization may be nominated, and a panel of industry professionals will review applications and YouTube submissions.
