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IAEE DC Meet Up - October 2025

From: October 23, 2025 to October 23, 2025

From: 5:30 PM to: 7:30 PM

IAEE October DMV Meetup RSVP
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: 5:30-7:30 PM ET
Address: 421 S Lee Street, Alexandria VA
Cost: Complimentary for any event industry member

Your Hosts:
Mary Bender, IAEE Board member and VP of Sales & CS, Taffy Event Strategies
Chuck Grouzard, 2025 IAEE Board President and EVP, Business Development, GES
Rick McConnell, IAEE member and CEO, Trifecta Collective

IAEE members and friends are invited to a fun, informal meetup on Thursday, October 23, from 5:30-7:30 pm! Come to meet your peers and connect with fellow event industry profs.

Join Mary and Rick at their charming historic row home, just steps away from Barca and the stunning Old Town waterfront. No formal agenda, no fees—just good vibes, great company, and wine, beer, and snacks. RSVPs are limited - sign up today!

Even if you aren't affiliated with IAEE and/or don't know anyone from our industry yet, please come - we're happy to introduce you around.

Questions? Text: 703.225.8179 or email: jenn@natda.org

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IAEE Members say...

I am a member of IAEE, and particularly the DC chapter of IAEE, because it is one of the most rewarding and fulfilling experiences I have ever encountered in this Industry. My membership with IAEE has taken me to places that I only dreamed of! Because of IAEE, I have been able to teach CEM classes all over the country and in other parts of the world! The Networking opportunities and the camaraderie of belonging to the DC chapter are HUGE benefits of membership. If I had to prioritize where to spend my “marketing dollars,” my first choice would be with IAEE.
B. Murphy
Senior National Sales Manager, Fern Exposition Services
I have been a member of IAEE for over 30 years, starting with the early NAEM days, to IAEM, and now through IAEE. Throughout this journey, the DC chapter has provided me with invaluable networking opportunities and educational experiences thanks to the incredible peers I've encountered. My interactions within and beyond the chapter have significantly contributed to my growth and have played a crucial role in shaping me into the successful professional I am today at Freeman. Freeman has collaborated with the local chapter in various capacities, and we have greatly valued the opportunity to support and work alongside such exceptional leadership. Our shared commitment is to deliver the highest quality service and education to our customers, incorporating the latest trends and data to ensure mutual success.
Susan D Haning, CEM, CMP
Industry Relationships Director, Freeman
As someone deeply passionate about the world of exhibitions and events, being a part of IAEE holds immense importance to me. I have been a part of the organization for many years and have made some incredible connections and made some valuable friendships along the way. Because of IAEE, I have had the opportunity to teach globally and to have very special experiences that I will always appreciate. I highly recommend that if you are in the industry, you should be involved with IAEE!
Josie Zámolyi Caldwell, CEM-AP, DES
Senior Client Relationship Director, Freeman

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