A Message from the 2025 SWIAEE Chair
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
As we step into this exciting new year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you—our volunteers, industry partners, and dedicated professionals—who make this incredible community what it is. Your passion, commitment, and hard work continue to shape the future of the Face-to-Face meetings industry, and for that, I am truly thankful.
No matter your role — whether you are a supplier, an organizer, or a venue partner — there is a place for you in our industry. Our events thrive because of the collective efforts of professionals like you, who believe in the power of human connection. As we look ahead, let’s embrace the opportunities that lie before us. Face-to-Face meetings continue to be the heartbeat of our industry, driving meaningful conversations, fostering collaboration, and creating experiences that simply cannot be replicated in a virtual setting.
I encourage you to keep an eye on the calendar, engage with our events, and take advantage of every opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. This year holds so much promise, and I am confident that together, we will continue to elevate our industry, inspire innovation, and strengthen our professional community.
Let’s make this year one to remember. Thank you for all that you do, and I can’t wait to see you at our upcoming events!
With appreciation and excitement,
Russ Callahan
SWIAEE Chair
About the International Association of Exhibitions and Event
Organized in 1928 as the National Association of Exposition Managers to represent the interests of tradeshow and exposition managers, the International Association of Exhibitions and Events™ is today the leading association for the global exhibition industry. Today IAEE™ represents over 12,000 individuals who conduct and support exhibitions around the world.
Members of IAEE are assigned to regional chapters across the US, based on member working location. For more information about IAEE and joining our business and trade organization, click HERE.