IAEE has completed its acquisition of Exhibitor Group, bringing together two key leaders in the exhibitions and events industry to better connect organizers, exhibitors, and suppliers and expand industry resources.

IAEE plans to co-locate EXHIBITORLIVE and Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition in December, 2028, in Las Vegas, NV, coinciding with IAEE's 100th anniversary celebration.

Read the full press release here.

Thank You for Joining Us at EXHIBITORLIVE 2026!

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Tampa for EXHIBITORLIVE. We loved seeing so many of you in person! Whether you attended sessions, connected with peers, or made progress toward your CTSM certification, we hope you left feeling inspired and energized.

CTSM Graduation Ceremony Photos are now live! More will be added soon.

Transcript updates will be complete mid to late May.

If you have any questions or need assistance contact CTSM@exhibitorgroup.com.

We'd like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible team of volunteers who helped make EXHIBITORLIVE such a success.

From supporting sessions to assisting attendees throughout the event, your time, energy, and dedication did not go unnoticed. Thank you again for all that you do!

Thank you to everyone who completed session evaluations for EXHIBITORLIVE 2026! A special congratulations to:

Each won a $100 gift card to thank them for their participation. We appreciate your feedback!

Certification Power Week (formerly EXHIBITOR Education Week) will be held Monday, September 28 - Friday, October 2, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio. Stay tuned - exciting details on sessions, registration, and CTSM opportunities will be shared soon!

EXHIBITORLIVE 2027 will take place February 14-18, 2027 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado.

Mark your calendars now and start planning to join us for another great year of learning, networking, and progress toward your CTSM certification. We can't wait to see you there!

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The Call for Session Proposals for EXHIBITORLIVE 2027 will open in early May. Stay tuned for more details on how to submit your ideas and be part of shaping the education program.

Join the live webinar or watch later on-demand! The recording of each session is now available for two weeks following the live webinar so you can easily complete the learning when the time is right for you.

Upcoming sessions include:

Can't attend the live session? A recording will be shared with eTrak registrants and will be available for two weeks after the session. View the complete list of upcoming sessions here.

If you've completed all your required sessions and are thinking about what's next, now is the perfect time to move forward. We have CTSM exam dates available through the end of the year, and portfolio submissions are accepted on a rolling basis. Don't wait. Take the next step toward earning your CTSM designation!

Comprehensive Exam Registration
Portfolio Registration

Questions? Contact CTSM@exhibitorgroup.com.

Expand your professional network and stay connected with like-minded professionals. Simply click the provided links and start engaging with your fellow CTSM candidates and graduates!

CTSM: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/5082977/
CTSM Graduates: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/5082983/

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