INVEST IN YOURSELF - INVEST IN YOUR ORGANIZATION
BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IFEA TODAY!
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Making the investment to become a member of the IFEA not only provides you with instant access to a community of like-minded Festival & Event industry professionals from around the world, but also access to so many self-investment opportunities including obtaining your Certified Festival & Event Executive Certificate; gaining valuable information through year-round online Webinars; discovering the latest trends and issues in the current and past issues of “ie” magazine; to exchanging ideas and discussing issues in our virtual networking Affinity Groups, and much more!
Take the first steps in your journey to grow and improve by making today the day you choose to strengthen, build and support yourself and your organization. Make today the day, you become a member of the IFEA, the premier association supporting and enabling festival and event professionals worldwide.
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MEMBER BENEFITS AND RESOURCES INCLUDE: |
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"ie" MAGAZINE:
Catch up on the latest festival and event industry articles and columns in the most recent issue of "ie" Magazine HERE.
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EVENT INSIDER:
Bringing you the top reported stories from across the globe in the Festivals & Events Industry. Learn More HERE.
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MEMBER JOB BANK:
Free for members to post - all can view! Post your latest opening or view the latest jobs, HERE.
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MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY: Looking to connect or reconnect with fellow IFEA Members in the New Year? Find their contacts in the IFEA Membership Directory HERE. |
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CREDIT CARD PROCESSING:
First Data Card Processing & Point of Sale Solutions: Save money on card processing fees and point-of-sale equipment with First Data and Clover. Learn More HERE.
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SEASAC MUSIC LICENSING Discount: 15% discount on SESAC Music Licensing – one of the three legally required music licensing companies. Learn More HERE.
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MANY MORE BENEFITS AVAILABLE
IFEA uses its group buying power to secure discounted members-only pricing on a variety of products and services that can help ease bottom-line spending for your event such as Pointsmap, WeVow and Tripinfo services, Office Depot Products and much more. Learn more HERE. |
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BE RECOGNIZED FOR YOUR HARD WORK & ACHIEVEMENTS -
ENTER THE IFEA AWARD COMPETITIONS!
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We are excited to once again, be able to give much deserved recognition for all of the amazing creativity and hard work you've put into your festivals and events; your leadership and contributions to the industry; and the cities where you put on your spectacular events, through IFEA's five outstanding award programs. Learn about the many opportunities to receive the recognition, credibility and headlines you so deserve through our IFEA Award Programs! |
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IFEA/Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards Competition |
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IFEA World Festival & Event City Award Competition |
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IFEA
Volunteer of the Year Award
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VIEW PAST AWARD ENTRIES AND WINNERS
Before you start working on your award entries, did you know that all of the IFEA Award winners are posted on the IFEA Website - not just a list of the Winners, but the actual entries themselves? (IFEA Member Only Benefit.) This is not only a great opportunity to get new marketing ideas, view merchandising products and see what your peers are doing throughout the year, but the ideal location to see how others have entered specific entries/categories as you work away on your own! View Here.
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TAKE PART IN EVENTS THIS WEEK: |
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TUESDAY, APRIL 12
VIRTUAL NETWORKING AFFINITY GROUPS
FREE MEMBER BENEFIT
CITIES/CVBS AFFINITY GROUP
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. MT
Network with your fellow peers from Cities/CVB/Tourism in our next IFEA Virtual Affinity Group moderated by Dave Knutson, City of Santa Clarita and Mandy Watson, City of Greenville.
MARKETING & PR AFFINITY GROUP
2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. MT
Stay up to date on trends & issues in Festival & Event Marketing & PR in our next IFEA Virtual Networking Affinity Group moderated by Dave Bullard from the Great New York State Fair.
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NEXT IFEA WEBINAR
THURSDAY, APRIL 14 - 11:00 a.m. MDT
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Cyber Security: Protecting Your Event and Attendees Against Cyber Risk
Joshua Stemp
Cybersecurity State Coordinator,
Region X, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, Boise, ID
From phishing to ransomware; QR code scams to computer malware; email, database and personal information hacks and many more; we can easily get overloaded with warnings and red flags of all the things we need to be concerned about. While technology can make our lives and events better on many fronts, it is also a continually evolving risk factor that we must stay aware of, ahead of and protected from.
FREE MEMBER BENEFIT
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IFEA PARTNER WEBINAR
THURSDAY APRIL 14 - 12:00 p.m. MDT
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Thursday, April 14, 2022 | 11:00am PST
The Truth About Creating Authentic Marketing Partnerships
There is a gap between what brands want and what properties are delivering. Both partners have a role in closing the gap. This webinar will break down the walls on how partners collaboratively work together to communicate, solve problems, develop big ideas and deliver results. Walk away with tips and strategies to develop true marketing partnerships.
FREE MEMBER BENEFIT
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1ST CONVENTION ATTENDEE & EXHIBITOR EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE - THIS FRIDAY, APRIL 15
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If you know you're planning to attend or exhibit at the IFEA's 65th Annual Convention, Expo & Retreat this September in McAllen, TX, why delay sending in your registration? Register before April 15th and save!! NEW this year, not only does the 1st Attendee rate increase after the 1st Early Bird Deadline, but ALL attendee rates increase. So if you're planning to bring your team (which we hope you do) be sure to get your registrations in soon!
Plan Now to Join Us In McAllen, Texas, U.S.A.,
September 19-21, 2022.
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FRI, APRIL 15 - Convention 1st Early Bird Registration Deadline - Register Here
FRI, APRIL 15 - Expo Early Bird Registration Deadline - Register Here
THURS - APRIL 21 - Webinar: Pandemic Pivot: Reinventing a Historic Show in Unprecedented Times - Register Here
THURS, APRIL 28 - Webinar: Maximizing Revenue with Digital Marketing - Register Here
MON, MAY 2 - Pinnacle Award Entries - 2nd Early Bird Deadline - Learn More
WED / THURS, MAY 4 & 5 - Marketing & Media Relations, Virtual CFEE Core Class - Learn More
THURS, MAY 5 - Webinar: Communicating in a Crisis: What to Say and What Not to Say When Things Go Wrong - Register Here
WED / THURS, MAY 11 & 12 - Administration & Management - Virtual CFEE Core Class - Learn More
THURS, MAY 12 - Webinar: The Insurance Market: Update and Trends in Our Industry - Register Here
THURS, MAY 16 - Convention Scholarship Application Deadline - Learn More
WED / THURS, MAY 18 & 19 - Sponsorship & Sponsor Service - Virtual CFEE Core Class - Learn More
MON - JUNE 6 - Hall of Fame Award Nomination Deadline - Learn More
MON - JUNE 6 - Volunteer of the Year Award Nomination Deadline - Learn More
MON, JUNE 27 - Final Pinnacle Award Entry Deadline - Learn More
MON, JULY 18 - World Festival & Event City Award Entry Deadline - Learn More
MON, AUG 15 - Convention 2nd Early Bird Registration Deadline - Register
FRI, SAT, SUN, SEPT 16, 17, 18 - In-Person CFEE Core Classes, McAllen, TX - Learn More
MON, TUES, WED, SEPT 18, 20, 21 - 65th Annual IFEA Convention, Expo & Retreat, McAllen TX - Learn More/Register
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RESEARCH REQUEST - YOUR PARTICIPATION APPRECIATED
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Long-time IFEA member High Point University, along with the University of South Florida, is conducting a study to examine event professionals’ experience and leadership roles within the workplace, specific to the festivals and events industry.
Respondents will also have a chance to receive a $50 Amazon gift card.
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LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE IS ONE MONTH AWAY!
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The deadline for Legacy Scholarships is fast approaching with applications due May 16, 2022. Up to 20 scholarships will be awarded to assist students, new professionals, and financially challenged events with attending the 65th Annual IFEA Convention, Expo & Retreat, presented by Haas & Wilkerson Insurance, Sept. 19-21, 2022 in McAllen, TX. Apply Today!
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START - AND FINISH - YOUR CFEE IN 2022! ONLINE & IN-PERSON CFEE CORE CLASSES OFFERED THIS YEAR
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If you've ever thought about obtaining a Professional Certification, it's time to take a look at the IFEA's Certified Festival & Event Executive (CFEE) Certification program, sponsored by IFEA Association Endorsed Partner, Kaliff Insurance!
Whether you'd like to save a little time and money and complete the entire program online, or you'd like to attend in-person classes, completing your CFEE Certification has never been easier in 2022, with Core Curriculum Classes and Educational Requirements being offered both online and in-person! (Learn More.)
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Want to get done in a year, but also have an in-person experience? Mix and Match! Take 3 classes virtually in May and the remaining 3 in-person in September!! |
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ONLINE CFEE CORE CLASSES
All 6 CFEE Core Curriculum Classes will be held online in 2022. 3 Classes in May. 3 Classes in December.
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IN-PERSON CFEE CORE CLASSES
3 CFEE Core Curriculum Classes will be held in-person, prior to the IFEA Annual Convention in McAllen, TX. The remaining 3 will be held in-person prior to the Convention in 2023.
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International Festivals & Events Association
10400 Overland Rd. #356, Boise, ID 83709 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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If you are able, please consider making a donation to the IFEA Foundation, whose support ensures that all of our important IFEA educational programs continue on strongly and sustainably. Your support, at any level, is greatly appreciated and valued. |
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Thank You to Our Association Endorsed Partners:
The IFEA would like to thank the following partners for their dedicated support of the association. Association Endorsed Partners have made a commitment to the continued success of our association, our members, and our industry through their umbrella sponsorship support of all IFEA programs and services. Show your support for these dedicated providers to our industry by getting to know them, and the high-quality products and services that they supply, better.
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