International Festivals & Events Association

Looking to master the fundamentals in Festival & Event Management? Take a look at the IFEA/NRPA Event Management School this Jan 12-17, 2025. Ideal for mid-level event staff looking to advance their career! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gQZJ2WE4 #IFEA #NRPA #EventManagementEducation #EventLeadership #EventProfessionals

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Have you read the latest Issue of IFEA's "ie: the business of international events" Magazine, sponsored by @Kaliff-Insurance yet? Loaded with great articles and columns such as: "Festival Immersion – Paving the Path for the Next Generation of Event Leaders"; "Is There Still Value in Producing Hybrid Events?"; "Planning a Drone Light Show – What Event Organizers Should Know"; "How Inflation and Rising Costs are Changing the Festival and Event Landscape", and so much more! So grab a glass of something warm and catch up on this latest issue! Read The Latest Issue Here: https://lnkd.in/gwfr-VP Thank you to IFEA Member, the City of Pittsburgh, PA, for sharing a great Cover Shot for this issue of "ie" of their Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix event! #ieMagazine #KaliffInsurance #IFEA #EventManagement #Festivals #Events #EventIndustry #LiveEvents #EventEducation #EventNetworking #IFEAWorld #ProfessionalDevelopment Kaliff Insurance

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Calling all mid-management event staff; those who are new to the Event Management field, Event Management students, and Parks & Recreation managers and staff who work on/with local events - it's time to take a look at the IFEA/NRPA Event Management School offered this Jan 12-17, 2025. Don't miss out on your chance to learn the critical basics of successful event management in an intensive and immersive classroom environment! Learn More / Register Today Here: https://lnkd.in/gQZJ2WE4 #IFEA #NRPA #EventManagementEducation #EventLeadership #EventProfessionals

If you’ve been wanting to support the festivals and events industry this year but haven’t had the chance yet, there’s still time to make a gift to the IFEA Foundation before the year comes to a close. The IFEA Foundation plays a vital role in supporting the IFEA each year, providing essential funding for: Convention scholarships; Top-tier industry presenters; High-quality programming, and Initiatives that elevate the global festivals and events industry. These efforts ensure access to professional education, networking opportunities, and valuable resources for all. Your generous donation helps us continue this important work. Wishing you Happy Holidays, and thank you for your support! Donate Here: https://lnkd.in/gwajsEYT Read More: https://conta.cc/4gGuRfJ #IFEAFoundation #FundForTheFuture #SupportTheIFEAFoundation #MakeADonation #ConsiderGiving

As we close out another remarkable year, we want to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to each of YOU—our IFEA Members, Global Industry Peers, and Partners. You are the architects of celebration, bringing joy, connection, and meaning to your communities and the world every single day. Your unwavering support, creativity, insights, leadership, inclusivity, passion, and dedication are the foundation of the International Festivals & Events Association and the vibrant global industry we share. The positive impact you create is more essential and appreciated than ever. As we step into 2025, we eagerly anticipate another year of collaboration, innovation, and growth together. From all of us at the IFEA, we wish you a joyous holiday season filled with happiness, warmth, and cherished memories. Here's to a bright and successful 2025! During the festive season, the IFEA offices will be closed starting December 21, 2024, reopening in the New Year on January 6, 2025. While we may glance at our emails occasionally during this time, we appreciate your understanding that your message may not receive a response until January 6th.

SHARE YOUR INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE - WRITE AN ARTICLE OR COLUMN FOR IFEA'S "IE" MAGAZINE Do you have a topic, trend or issue related to the Festivals and Events Industry that you would like to share with the IFEA Membership? Have you ever thought about writing down those issues for IFEA's "ie: the business of international events" Magazine sponsored by Kaliff Insurance? After all, it's articles from industry professionals like yourself that complete the pages of "ie" magazine and give the magazine such an important perspective. You're out in the industry every day, discovering the latest trends, battling the issues and creating the latest news. YOU are what makes "ie" magazine such a valuable reference tool! Share what you know by putting your thoughts on paper and write an article or column for "ie" magazine today!! Discover Topic Ideas/Deadlines and More Here: https://lnkd.in/gXwTtnnU #ieMagazine #KaliffInsurance #IFEA #EventManagement #Festivals #Events #EventIndustry #LiveEvents #EventEducation #EventNetworking #IFEAWorld #ProfessionalDevelopment #ShareWhatYouKnow Kaliff Insurance

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR 2025 IFEA VIRTUAL AFFINITY GROUPS Take a break from your busy day to connect with fellow Festival & Event Industry professionals! Stay informed on the latest trends, exchange ideas, and share your successes and challenges in a supportive environment through our virtual IFEA Networking Affinity Groups on Zoom. Exclusively for IFEA Members*, these discussion groups offer valuable opportunities to collaborate and grow together. Join us! IT'S TIME TO REGISTER FOR 2025 If you have participated in the Virtual Affinity Groups in 2024 and would like to continue, or you'd like to start, it's time to register for the 2025 Groups! (Your 2024 Registration will not carry over into 2025.) Read More: https://conta.cc/4gwdgqW Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gtGrTkfK #IFEA #VirtualAffinityGroups #EventProfessionals #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment

“No other investment is more important for the board of a festival or special event than to assure that their staff is growing in their professional development. The Event Management School at Oglebay provides our industry with one place for new and mid-management level professionals to receive intensive, comprehensive training in the core competencies of event management, conducted by many top professionals in the field. It is the equivalent of a full-brain download for those who want to have a well-rounded, working understanding of our profession.” Bruce L. Erley, CFEE, APR, President & CEO Creative Strategies Group 2025 CLASSES START JAN 12-17, 2025. Learn More / Register Today Here: https://lnkd.in/gQZJ2WE4 #IFEA #NRPA #EventManagementEducation #EventLeadership #EventProfessionals