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Sunday, OCTOBER 16, 2022
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4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Rest of the Night |
Registration and Information
Leventhal Visitors Center Panel Discussion with ILEA Boston Dahod Family Alumni Center at the Castle Join chapter members and the Board of Directors from the Boston chapter of the International Live Events Association for a panel discussion. Here, panelists will discuss the benefits of industry associations, why networking is important at all career levels, and they will share some of the programming and events offered at both the chapter and international levels. You’ll also learn about the association’s premier certification – the Certified Special Event Professional. This panel discussion will be moderated by Sally Webb, CSEP – CEO of the Special Event Company and Chair of the AEP Advisory Council. Panelists: Cara Workman Montano, MBA, CSEP Senior Director of Operations, Office of the President University of Connecticut Jen Bertolino Director of Catering Sales Levy Restaurant Group, Boston Convention and Exhibition Center Amy Dearth, CSEP President and Senior Event Planner Consider It Done Special Events, LLC Matt Regan, MMH Director of Events, Conferences and Brand Initiatives Boston University Questrom School of Business AEP Advisory Council Member Networking Reception Dahod Family Alumni Center at the Castle Dinner On Your Own and Networking |
Monday, October 17, 2022
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7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM 9:30 AM – 9:45 AM 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM 11:00 AM – 11:50 PM 12:00 PM - 1:20 PM 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM 4:15 PM – 4:30 PM 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
Registration and Information
Metcalf Trustee Center, Portrait Gallery, 9th Floor Breakfast and Meet with Exhibitors Metcalf Trustee Center Lounge, 9th Floor Welcome and Keynote Speaker Metcalf Trustee Center, Ballroom, 9th Floor Karen Cochran, Philanthropy Innovators Event Professionals or Dream Facilitators? Inspiring and Developing Your Events Team Group Activity Featuring Flow Circus Metcalf Trustee Center, Ballroom, 9th Floor Dawn Daria & Paul Miller Integrating Kinetic Play for Powerful Connection & Impact Breakout Session I Classroom # 418, 4th Floor Samantha White and Kristen Carnes, Northern Arizona University Modern Presidential Installation Classroom # 419, 4th Floor Jim Hooker, University of Texas at Austin Capitalizing on Your Campaign Classroom # 424, 4th Floor Matthew Regan, Boston University Questrom School of Business Building and Developing a Successful Events Team Breakout Session II Repeating sessions from Breakout Session I Networking Lunch and Meet with Exhibitors Metcalf Trustee Center Ballroom & Lounge, 9th Floor Breakout Session III Classroom # 418, 4th Floor Shea Patterson-Young, University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth, Monica Glover, Elon University School of Law Steve Whyte, (Retired) University of the Pacific Small Universities: Challenges and Opportunities - A Panel Discussion Classroom # 419, 4th Floor Lance Connolly, Purdue University How The Look and Feel of Events Has Impacted Engagement and Development Events at Purdue University Classroom # 424, 4th Floor Cara Workman, University of Connecticut Marinda Reynolds, UConn Foundation Who’s in Charge, Your Team or My Team? Breakout Session IV Classroom # 418, 4th Floor Shanna Parisien, Concordia University – Montreal It's a Love-Hate Relationship: Pivoting to Virtual Events Classroom # 419, 4th Floor Melissa Werner, Arizona State University Barbara Siska, The University of Chicago Ceremonies, Rituals and Traditions Classroom # 426, 4th Floor Devon Pasha, Drexel University Planning with a Purpose: Building Events That Leave a Lasting Impression Group Activity Featuring Flow Circus Metcalf Trustee Center, Ballroom, 9th Floor Dawn Daria & Paul Miller Integrating Kinetic Play for Powerful Connection & Impact Table Discussions Metcalf Trustee Center, Ballroom, 9th Floor Melissa Werner, Arizona State University Event Protocol Networking Reception Questrom Executive Dining Room “Falling for Cheese” – Local Craft Beer & Cider Pairings with New England Cheeses and Other Local Foods Kimi Ceridon, owner of Life. Love. Cheese and Boston University Gastronomy Program Graduate Heavy hors d’oeurves and other beverages to be served |
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2022
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7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 6:00 PM |
Breakfast, Networking, and Meet with Exhibitors
Metcalf Trustee Center Lounge, 9th Floor Keynote Presentation Metcalf Trustee Center, Ballroom, 9th Floor Matthew Helmer, DRG Group Beyond the Checkbox: Inclusive Events as an Advancement Imperative Breakout Session VI Classroom # 418, 4th Floor Andy Wilson, Chowan University Analytics: The Basics and How Any Shop Size or Budget Can Do It Classroom # 419, 4th Floor Angie Senter, Washington State University Digital Equity in Hybrid Events Classroom # 426, 4th Floor LaZendra Danforth, University of Florida College of Pharmacy Creating College Partnerships through Events Closing Session and Table Discussions Conference Ends ILEA Boston Speed Networking Event As a special gift to AEP attendees, ILEA Boston is inviting you all to join them for their monthly chapter meeting at GBH Studios in Brighton. Conference attendees can pay the ILEA member ticket rate of $40 for this event - a savings of $30! The event will feature complimentary light bites, dessert, and a cash bar. Join ILEA Boston for their always-popular speed networking event! This invitation is being extended to all Boston-area events groups so you can mix and mingle with the entire Boston events industry! Click here to sign up for this event! For those who may need a place to work in between the conference and this event, Questrom School of Business will be providing remote work space for conference attendees. Exact locations will be published here soon. |
MORE VENUE INFORMATION
MOTHER’S ROOM
A private lactation room is available in the Questrom School of Business. For access to the room, please see a staff member from Questrom Events and Conferences.
WIRELESS INTERNET
Wi-Fi is available across the Boston University Campus. Simply select “BU Guest (unencrypted)” from the list of available networks in your device’s settings.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Boston University has remained committed to the safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. All students, faculty, and staff are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (some exceptions apply). Visitors are not required to adhere to this policy. Face masks are only required on the BU Shuttle and in any Health Services offices on campus. Hand sanitizer is made available throughout campus buildings and event venues. Face coverings will me made available upon request. For full details on the University’s commitment to health and safety, please visit the COVID-19 Information page on the University website. Anyone who does not feel well or is currently displaying any flu-like symptoms is kindly asked to stay home and not attend any gatherings on campus.
DETAILED LOCATION INFO
Boston University Questrom School of Business
595 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA, 02215
Boston University Alan and Sherry Leventhal Center
233 Baystate Road
Boston, MA, 02215
Boston University Dahod Family Alumni Center at the Castle
225 Baystate Road, Boston, MA, 02215
ILEA EVENT INFO
On Sunday, October 16, we will host an Industry Panel Discussion with members of the Boston Chapter of the International Live Events Association. The panel will discuss the benefits of joining an association like this and will share information on the benefits and services they provide to their members. The panel will run from 4:30pm-5:30pm with a reception to follow until 7:00pm.
The panel discussion will take place at the Boston University Alan and Sherry Leventhal Center and the reception will take place next door at the Boston University Dahod Family Alumni Center at the Castle.
A private lactation room is available in the Questrom School of Business. For access to the room, please see a staff member from Questrom Events and Conferences.
WIRELESS INTERNET
Wi-Fi is available across the Boston University Campus. Simply select “BU Guest (unencrypted)” from the list of available networks in your device’s settings.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Boston University has remained committed to the safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. All students, faculty, and staff are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (some exceptions apply). Visitors are not required to adhere to this policy. Face masks are only required on the BU Shuttle and in any Health Services offices on campus. Hand sanitizer is made available throughout campus buildings and event venues. Face coverings will me made available upon request. For full details on the University’s commitment to health and safety, please visit the COVID-19 Information page on the University website. Anyone who does not feel well or is currently displaying any flu-like symptoms is kindly asked to stay home and not attend any gatherings on campus.
DETAILED LOCATION INFO
Boston University Questrom School of Business
595 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA, 02215
Boston University Alan and Sherry Leventhal Center
233 Baystate Road
Boston, MA, 02215
Boston University Dahod Family Alumni Center at the Castle
225 Baystate Road, Boston, MA, 02215
ILEA EVENT INFO
On Sunday, October 16, we will host an Industry Panel Discussion with members of the Boston Chapter of the International Live Events Association. The panel will discuss the benefits of joining an association like this and will share information on the benefits and services they provide to their members. The panel will run from 4:30pm-5:30pm with a reception to follow until 7:00pm.
The panel discussion will take place at the Boston University Alan and Sherry Leventhal Center and the reception will take place next door at the Boston University Dahod Family Alumni Center at the Castle.