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CORONAVIRUS INFORMATION FROM THE IFEA
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Like all of you, we have been tracking and following the global news and responses to the disease, as well as communicating with our Association Alliance Partners and key government agency contacts and representatives to try and get the best handle on a quickly evolving challenge. Because this virus is new to everyone, there are no substantial template examples or directions that can be offered, other than normal safety guidelines for avoiding other illnesses, like the flu. . . .
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FREE ONLINE WEBINAR OFFERED BY THE EVENT SAFETY ALLIANCE
Wednesday, March 4th, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. EST (11:00 a.m. PST)
Prepare Your Organization for the Coronavirus Disease Outbreak
This webinar looks at this public health crisis from two distinct perspectives: Infectious Disease Business Continuity Planning and Crisis Management. Presented by: Stuart Weiss, M.D.
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HOW TO GET THE LOWEST CONVENTION RATE OFFERED:
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JOIN THE IFEA IN MARCH AND RECEIVE $100 DISCOUNT
Interested in attending the IFEA’s 65th Annual Convention, Expo & Retreat – September 28-30, 2020 in Hershey, PA? During the month of March 2020, when you join the IFEA as a NEW Member, you are eligible to receive a $100 DISCOUNT OFF the 1st Delegate Convention Registration rate. It's important to note that the $100 discount is offered ON-TOP-OF the IFEA Early Bird rate of $695 – making the 1st Delegate Rate for the IFEA Convention Registration only $595 for members. This is a never offered discount on the IFEA Convention Registration - don't pass it up!
Join the IFEA and Register for the Convention, today!
Offer Ends: March 31st, 2020
Must Join the IFEA and Register for the Convention at the same time.
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ANNOUNCING 2020 CFEE CLASSES IN HERSHEY, PA
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Professional Certification is an important step in the career track of leaders in all industries. It enhances professional stature among one's peers; recognizes those who have gone beyond expectations to be the best that they can be; sets higher standards for our industry and much more! Have you thought about obtaining a Professional Certification? Perhaps it's time to take a look at the IFEA's Certified Festival & Event Executive (CFEE) Certification, sponsored by IFEA Association Endorsed Partner, Kaliff Insurance.
UPCOMING CFEE CLASSES INCLUDE:
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Non-Sponsorship Revenue Programs
Friday, September 25, 2020
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Presented by:
Becky Genoways, CFEE
President
Genoways Events
Rockford, IL, USA
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Operations & Risk Management
Saturday, September 26, 2020
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Presented by:
Ira Rosen, CFEE
Assistant Professor & Director of the Event Leadership Executive Certificate Program
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Project
Management
Sunday, September 27, 2020
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Presented by:
Bill O'Toole, CFEE
Events Development Specialist
Event Project Management System Pty., Ltd.
Bondi Beach, NSW, Australia
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RECRUITING SPEAKER SUGGESTIONS FOR #IFEA65
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With trends, issues, challenges and opportunities changing around us every day, the IFEA strives to insure that we are offering our Convention attendees the strongest line-up of speakers and topics available anywhere in our industry. If you know of someone who would make a great speaker at the 65th Annual IFEA Convention, Expo & Retreat, presented by Haas & Wilkerson Insurance in 2020 or have a topic in mind that would benefit your event, organization and career, we encourage you to let us know.
Deadline for Speaker/Speaker Topics - Monday, April 20, 2020.
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EDUCATION BROUGHT TO YOU WITH IFEA WEBINARS
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All webinars are presented at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Mountain Time. $59 for IFEA Members | $99 for Non-IFEA Members ($590 for IFEA Member Webinar Subscription | $990 for Non-IFEA Member Webinar Subscription.) Purchase includes: Individual 60-minute live IFEA Webinar presentation; Interactive Q&A session; Copies of the presentation handouts; Recording of the Webinar.
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THURS, MARCH 5
Creating the Better Community Festival Experience
Dr. Vern Biaett, CFEE
Assistant Professor /
Founding Chair
Event Management Department
High Point University
High Point, NC
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THURS, MARCH 12
Social Media: Turn Every Customer in to an Influencer
David Ramirez
User Generated Content Evangelist
TINT
San Antonio, TX
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THURS, MARCH 19
Succession Planning for Festivals and Events - How to Survive Change
Ira Rosen, CFEE
Assistant Professor & Director of the Event Leadership Executive Certificate Program Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
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MARCH MADNESS IS IN THE AIR
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We’re leaping into March Madness with an Expo deal that will help you stand out from the competition! Purchase a Full Experience Expo Package and get a prime booth location add-on for only $59 for members
(normally $175)
and $79 for non-members
(normally $275)
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Space is limited to just the first 8 exhibitors that register
so be sure and get your registration in today!
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BUY AN AD IN IE MAGAZINE - GET ONE FREE!
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It’s BOGO time at the IFEA, and we want to give your company free advertising! Buy any size ad in
ie, our digital, flagship magazine
by March 23, 2020
, and receive a second ad of equal or lesser value for FREE! The magazine is distributed quarterly to over 8,500 readers worldwide, and includes the latest issues and trends, event and professional profiles, regional and international perspectives, resource reviews, and much more. Check out the details and reserve your space through the link below.
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SORE WITH A LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP - DEADLINE MAY 15
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Up to 19 scholarships will be awarded to assist students, new professionals, and financially challenged events with attending the 65
th
Annual IFEA Convention, Expo & Retreat, presented by Haas & Wilkerson Insurance, Sep. 28-30, 2020 in Hershey, PA USA. Find out if you qualify and download the application through the link below.
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YOUR EVENT HAS IMPACT - SHOW IT!
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Do you and your community understand the value of your event, festival or program? Let us help you make fundraising easier, strengthen partnerships, and enhance operations with an industry credible and cost-effective economic impact analysis. Working with partner Jon Stover & Associates, the IFEA now offers an all-new final Economic Impact report format and two additional analysis options to choose from. See what we can do for you!
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ONLINE SAFETY / SECURITY / RISK MGMT RESOURCES AVAILABLE
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DID YOU KNOW
. . . that IFEA Members have online access to a lengthy list of Safety & Security / Risk Management Guides, Manuals, Table Top Exercises, Tools, Resources & Videos provided by some of the top professionals in our industry. While we cannot predict or prevent every tragedy, we can do our best to limit these types of incidences by sharing knowledge and information through our IFEA network.
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SPRING 2020 ISSUE OF "IE" MAGAZINE NOW AVAILABLE
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Includes Valuable Articles Such As:
In Addition to Columns Such As:
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RECRUITING ARTICLES FOR "IE" MAGAZINE
Do you have an issue, topic or trend you would like to share with the IFEA Membership? Have you ever thought about writing down those issues for IE Magazine? After all, it's articles from IFEA members like yourself that complete the pages of IE magazine and give the magazine such an important perspective.
We're recruiting now for the April issue - deadline Monday, March 9.
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IFEA JOB BANK - MEMBERS POST FREE - ALL CAN VIEW
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Looking for an experienced employee to fill your latest opening? IFEA's Job Bank can help. Listing information for Full-Time, Part-Time, Internships and Resumes, IFEA's Job Bank is available for all to view - but only IFEA Members can post -
for FREE!
Submit your latest job openings today.
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SHARE YOUR PRESS RELEASES ON IFEA.COM
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Have news to share about your organization/company or looking to see what your fellow IFEA members from around the globe are up to? Check out our new “Member News” page! Press releases are posted free for any IFEA member, easy to submit, and will remain up for 60 days on the IFEA website. Start sharing your news today!
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IT'S TIME TO START WORKING ON YOUR 2020 AWARD ENTRIES
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It's time to receive that much deserved recognition for your festival, your contributions to the festivals and events industry and the city where you put on your spectacular events through IFEA's five outstanding award programs.
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IFEA/HAAS & WILKERSON PINNACLE AWARDS
Recognizing outstanding accomplishments and top quality creative, promotional, operational and community outreach programs and materials produced by festivals and events around the world, with the Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards Competition.
Early Bird Deadline:
June 15, 2020
Final Deadline: July 13, 2020
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IFEA WORLD FESTIVAL & EVENT CITY AWARD
Recognizing those cities and markets who have openly encouraged, supported and learned from positive local environments for festivals & events, this prestigious award honors those cities and markets who successfully embrace their festivals and events.
Deadline: July 6, 2020
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IFEA HALL OF FAME AWARD
Recognizing those outstanding individuals who, through their exceptional work and achievements, have made a significant contribution to the Festivals and Events Industry and a profound difference in the communities they serve, both locally and internationally.
Deadline: June 1, 2020
(No Fee to Enter)
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IFEA VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Recognizing those outstanding event volunteers whose dedicated service to a festival or event has made a significant difference in their community and mirrors the commitment to success in our professional ranks.
Deadline: June 1, 2020
(No Fee to Enter)
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IFEA LEADERSHIP LEGACY AWARD RECOGNITION PROGRAM
Recognizing individuals who have made a significant impact through their work and accomplishments in the festivals and events industry within their local community.
Deadlines: March 11, 2020 | June 10, 2020 | September 9, 2020 | December 2, 2020
(No Fee to Enter)
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IS YOUR PONIT ON OUR MAP?
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Have you checked out the IFEA PointsMap lately to see if your event is listed? Listings are free and members also get 25% off the PointsMap App. See real-time examples of the app in action too!
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IFEA MEMBERS SAVE $400 ON IEGWORLD 2020
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Check out IEG’s new Chicago Marriott Magnificent Mile location and newly formatted agenda for IEGWorld 2020, with over 75 sessions! IFEA members receive $400 off regular registration rates. For over 40 years, IEG has delivered proprietary market intelligence, thought leadership and strategic counsel that empowers clients to make more informed sponsorship decisions.
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BRING MORE GROUPS TO YOUR EVENT
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MARKET TO SMALL GROUP PLANNERS WHERE THEY PLAN
Stand out to small group planners looking for travel destinations with easy, fast and safe access to logistics and details. 50,000+ Group Planners use IFEA Partner TRIPinfo.com each month to create their group itineraries, and the IFEA and TRIPinfo.com can help make sure your festival/event gets considered among their options. TRIPinfo.com offers three digital platforms to reach these planners, all at a great value. Plus, IFEA Members automatically receive a complimentary text listing and IFEA button, designed to attract more attention and signify your professional involvement in our industry. Check out their new “Book” button that links directly to your ticket purchasing portal too!
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International Festivals & Events Association
2603 W. Eastover Terrace, Boise, ID 83706 U.S.A.
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About the IFEA:
The International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA) is
The Premier Association Supporting and Enabling Festival & Event Professionals Worldwide.
With a target audience that includes
all those who produce and support quality celebrations for the benefit of their respective "communities,"
the IFEA's primary focus is identifying and providing access to the professional resources and networks that will
inspire and enable those in our industry to realize their dreams, build community and sustain success through celebration.
Membership in the IFEA provides value from all directions, including invaluable contacts and cash budget savings worth many times the membership investment. The more you use them, the higher your return.
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