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IMEX America is almost here! The event, which takes place 10–12 September in Las Vegas, is a chance for professionals from around the world to learn and connect with one another. Also at the event, the Events Industry Council will present its Hall of Leaders inductees and Pacesetter awardees, as well as host a celebration afterward.

 

Induction into the Hall of Leaders is considered the industry’s highest honour, recognising excellence, career achievement and inspiration in the events industry. The Pacesetter award salutes emerging leaders and those who are making a difference in today’s marketplace. To register for the celebration, please visit our website.

 

For more information and to register for the event, visit IMEX America’s website.

 

Already planning to attend? Make sure you stop by the EIC booth (84628) to attend one of our education sessions and to view our sustainably-designed space! 

 

The state of sustainability is ever changing. This year is no different in the events industry. Join us to learn about top current sustainable priorities, how planners and suppliers approach sustainability and how the bottom line is being affected. The state of sustainability in the events industry research is in. You won't want to miss this opportunity to hear how you can continue to develop and change your events to be in line with the research presented.

 

Learning outcomes:

Our voices matter. Our recent Global Economic Significance Study shows our impact on the economy, on jobs and our tremendous reach. It is time for us to unify and leverage this passion and strength. We must come together to secure a long-term, sustainable and resilient future for our industry, our communities and those we serve.

 

To take these big, bold strides needed for a future-fit, sustainable industry we need to assess where we are today. The State of Sustainability annual survey will help us understand key elements for advancing sustainability by identifying:

• Practices meeting professionals are incorporating and prioritising for their events


• Marketplace communication barriers preventing achievement of sustainability goals


• Factors holistically contributing to the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals


• Actions our workforce is collectively taking on social justice issues, including human trafficking


• Ways our industry is supporting a diverse, inclusive and welcoming environment for all

The survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. Results will be presented at IMEX America in September 2019. We appreciate your participation, as it will help us identify trends and opportunities to drive meaningful change in the events industry.

Three CMPs received ILEA Esprit Awards, which honour individuals and organisations for their contributions to the industry. These awards span several different categories and are celebrated at the Esprit Awards Gala.

 

The CMPs being honoured are:

Five CMPs were named to MeetingsNet’s annual Changemaker list, which highlights industry “innovators, instigators, educators and rabble-rousers.” These individuals are those who have impacted great change within the industry and inspire change.

• Carrie Abernathy, CMP, CEM, CSEP | Lead meeting planner, Altria Group Distribution Co.; Executive consulting officer, Association for Women in Events


• Pamela Dallstream, CMP, CMM | Director of education, Society of Critical Care Medicine


• Kara Ferguson, CMP | Meeting planner, American Society of Anesthesiologists


• Polina Moskvina, CMP | Special projects planner, C.D. Howe Institute


• Gary Murakami, CMP, GTP, GLP, CMM | Director of global sales, MGM Resorts International

To read the full list—and profiles on the CMPs—visit MeetingsNet’s website.

Have you been quoted in an article? Do you have some exciting news to share?

 

Contact us at insights@eventscouncil.org and we can share it with the leading individuals and companies involved in the events industry!