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Event Operations – Virtual (CEM) 2026

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📅 25 June 2026 📍 Zoom, Online, US ↗ 🏢 International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE)

A virtual, 5.5-hour Certified in Exhibition Management (CEM) course focusing on the operational aspects of managing exhibitions, including registration, housing, and on-site logistics, presented by IAEE.

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Organizer

International Association of Exhibitions and Events

Nonprofit · Dallas, United States · Founded 1928

The leading association for the exhibitions and events industry worldwide.

Runs 3 events →

Why people attend

Professionals take this course to earn CEM certification and gain in-depth knowledge of exhibition operations and management.

Sample matches

Filtered to a Series-B SaaS ICP. Your filter will be different.

Sample Match A

example.com

91 — High
Enterprise SaaS200–500 employeesAmsterdam, NL

"Strong ICP match: Series B, EU expansion, VP Engineering and CTO attending."

Sample Match B

example.io

79 — Medium
Cloud platform50–200 employeesLondon, UK

"Mid-stage SaaS with active GTM motion; product-led growth signals align with ICP."

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██ — Medium
████████████ 200–500 employees ████, ██

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Speakers

41 speakers at Event Operations – Virtual (CEM)

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Jennifer Berg

Vice President · SSRS

Bio

Jennifer Berg is an experienced public opinion researcher with over 15 years of experience helping organizations understand evolving attitudes and behaviors and uncover the insights they need to make smarter, data-driven decisions.

data-driven decisionsconsumer confidencemarket research

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition

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Jim Gilmore

Co-Founder and Co-Author · Strategic Horizons, LLP

Bio

Jim Gilmore is a co-founder of Strategic Horizons LLP, a thinking studio dedicated to helping enterprises conceive and design new ways of adding value to their economic offerings.

experience economybusiness innovationeconomic value

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition

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Chuck Grouzard

Executive Vice President Business Development & Creative and Design · GES

Bio

With 36 years of experience in the exhibitions industry, Chuck Grouzard is a seasoned leader and the Executive Vice President of Business Development & Creative and Design at GES.

strategic sellingchange managementexhibitions industry

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition

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Jennifer Hesterman

Vice President, Business Resiliency · Watermark Risk Management International

"Safety and Security for Women: Tactical Tools to Protect and Empower"

Bio

Security expert specializing in personal security techniques and risk mitigation.

personal securityrisk mitigationbusiness travel safety

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition, IAEE CEM Week

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Nicholas Johnston

Publisher · Axios

Bio

Nicholas Johnston is Publisher at Axios, a media company that, through Smart Brevity, gets you smarter faster on the topics that matter through coverage of business, tech, media, politics.

media industrypoliticstechnology

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition, ESCA Summer Educational Conference

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Necoya Tyson

Owner and CEO · Lightsey Event Solutions

"The Power of What’s Next: Navigating Your Career Trajectory – A Vision Lab Experience"

career developmentprofessional growthcareer trajectory

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition, IAEE CEM Week

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Sherron Washington

CEO · The P3 Solution

"The Power of What’s Next: Navigating Your Career Trajectory – A Vision Lab Experience"

career developmentprofessional growthcareer trajectory

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition, Craft Beverage Expo & Distribution Conference, IAEE CEM Week

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Nicole O'Leary

Senior Vice President of Strategy & Creative · The Expo Group

Bio

As Senior Vice President of Strategy & Creative at The Expo Group, Nicole O’Leary leads teams in crafting transformative event strategies and experiences that connect audiences in meaningful ways.

event strategybrand storytellingdigital events

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition

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Selena Rezvani

President · NextGenWomen, LLC

"Quick Leadership: 6 Shifts to Build Trust, Share Power, and Inspire Ownership"

Bio

Author of Quick Leadership: Build Trust, Navigate Change, and Cultivate Unstoppable Teams.

leadershippsychological safetyteam management

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition, IAEE CEM Week

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Brian Pagel

Executive Vice President · Emerald X

Bio

Brian Pagel currently serves as the Executive Vice President of Business Development and oversees the Residential and Commercial Connections portfolio at Emerald.

business developmentevent productionindustry leadership

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition, Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, IAEE CEM Week

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Jessica Kriegel

Chief Strategy Officer · Culture Partners

"Surrender to Lead: The Counterintuitive Approach to Driving Extraordinary Results"

Bio

Author of Surrender to Lead, focusing on leadership frameworks for adaptability and resilience.

leadershiporganizational cultureresilience

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition, IAEE CEM Week, i4cp Next Practices Now Conference

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Lindsey Piegza

Chief Economist and Managing Director · Stifel Nicolaus & Co.

Bio

Dr. Lindsey Piegza is the Chief Economist for Stifel Financial. In her role Dr. Piegza translates economic data and market moving events to assist institutional and private wealth clients.

economic trendsfinancial marketsmonetary policy
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Kara Dao

Chief Operating Officer · JDC Events LLC

"Strategic Leadership: Women Driving Industry Transformation"

strategic leadershipindustry transformationwomen in leadership

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition, IAEE CEM Week

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Sam Potolicchio

President · Preparing Global Leaders Forum

Bio

Dr. Sam Potolicchio was named one of “America’s Best Professors” by the Princeton Review and is the President of the Preparing Global Leaders Forum.

leadershippolitical systemshigher education

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition, ESCA Summer Educational Conference, IAEE CEM Week

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Adam Sacks

President · Tourism Economics

Bio

Adam Sacks is the President of Tourism Economics; an Oxford Economics company dedicated to unlocking the power of economics for the travel sector.

travel sectoreconomic impactmarket assessment

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition

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Jackie Gronske

Director of Sponsorship Strategy and Market Development · IMN Solutions

"Strategic Leadership: Women Driving Industry Transformation"

strategic leadershipindustry transformationsponsorship strategy

Also speaking at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition, IAEE CEM Week

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Frequently asked questions

When is Event Operations – Virtual (CEM)?+
Event Operations – Virtual (CEM) takes place on 25 June 2026.
Where is Event Operations – Virtual (CEM) held?+
Event Operations – Virtual (CEM) is held at Zoom, Online, US.
Who organises Event Operations – Virtual (CEM)?+
Event Operations – Virtual (CEM) is organised by International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE).

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