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Sunday, OCTOBER 16, 2022
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Registration and Information
Alan and Sherry Leventhal Center Lobby (2nd Floor)
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Panel Discussion with ILEA Boston
Alan and Sherry Leventhal Center Auditorium (3rd Floor)
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, 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
Matthew Regan, MMH
Director of Events, Conferences, and Brand Initiatives
Boston University Questrom School of Business
AEP Advisory Council Member
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Networking Reception
Dahod Family Alumni Center at the Castle
Rest of the Night
Dinner On Your Own and Networking
Check out this list of area restaurants
Registration and Information
Alan and Sherry Leventhal Center Lobby (2nd Floor)
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Panel Discussion with ILEA Boston
Alan and Sherry Leventhal Center Auditorium (3rd Floor)
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, 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
Matthew Regan, MMH
Director of Events, Conferences, and Brand Initiatives
Boston University Questrom School of Business
AEP Advisory Council Member
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Networking Reception
Dahod Family Alumni Center at the Castle
Rest of the Night
Dinner On Your Own and Networking
Check out this list of area restaurants
Monday, October 17, 2022
7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Registration and Information
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Breakfast and Networking, Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Welcome and Keynote Speaker
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Paul Alexander, CMO, Boston University Questrom School of Business
Karen Cochran, Philanthropy Innovators
Event Professionals or Dream Facilitators? Inspiring and Developing Your Events Team
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
9:30 AM – 9:45 AM
Group Activity Featuring Flow Circus
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Dawn Daria & Paul Miller
Integrating Kinetic Play for Powerful Connection & Impact
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Breakout Session I
Classroom # 418, 4th Floor
Samantha White, Northern Arizona University
Modern Presidential Installation
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
Classroom # 419, 4th Floor
Jim Hooker, University of Texas at Austin
Capitalizing on Your Campaign
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
Classroom # 424, 4th Floor
Matthew Regan, Boston University Questrom School of Business
Building and Developing a Successful Events Team
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
11:00 AM – 11:50 PM
Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Breakout Session II
Repeating sessions from Breakout Session I
12:00 PM - 1:20 PM
Networking Lunch Activity and Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 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
Speaker bios + Session Abstract
Classroom # 419, 4th Floor
Lance Connolly, Purdue University
How The Look and Feel of Events Has Impacted Engagement and Development Events at Purdue University
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
Classroom # 412, 4th Floor
Cara Workman, University of Connecticut
Marinda Reynolds, UConn Foundation
Who’s in Charge, Your Team or My Team?
Speaker bios + Session Abstract
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Breakout Session IV
Classroom # 418, 4th Floor
Shanna Parisien, Concordia University – Montreal
It's a Love-Hate Relationship: Pivoting to Virtual Events
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
Classroom # 419, 4th Floor
Melissa Werner, Arizona State University
Barbara Siska, The University of Chicago
Ceremonies, Rituals and Traditions
Speaker bios + Session Abstract
Classroom # 424, 4th Floor
Devon Pasha, Drexel University
Planning with a Purpose: Building Events That Leave a Lasting Impression
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Group Activity Featuring Flow Circus
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Dawn Daria & Paul Miller
Integrating Kinetic Play for Powerful Connection & Impact
4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
Table Discussions
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Melissa Werner, Arizona State University
Event Protocol
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Networking Reception
Questrom Executive Dining Room, 4th Floor
“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’oeuvres and other beverages to be served
Registration and Information
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Breakfast and Networking, Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Welcome and Keynote Speaker
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Paul Alexander, CMO, Boston University Questrom School of Business
Karen Cochran, Philanthropy Innovators
Event Professionals or Dream Facilitators? Inspiring and Developing Your Events Team
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
9:30 AM – 9:45 AM
Group Activity Featuring Flow Circus
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Dawn Daria & Paul Miller
Integrating Kinetic Play for Powerful Connection & Impact
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Breakout Session I
Classroom # 418, 4th Floor
Samantha White, Northern Arizona University
Modern Presidential Installation
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
Classroom # 419, 4th Floor
Jim Hooker, University of Texas at Austin
Capitalizing on Your Campaign
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
Classroom # 424, 4th Floor
Matthew Regan, Boston University Questrom School of Business
Building and Developing a Successful Events Team
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
11:00 AM – 11:50 PM
Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Breakout Session II
Repeating sessions from Breakout Session I
12:00 PM - 1:20 PM
Networking Lunch Activity and Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 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
Speaker bios + Session Abstract
Classroom # 419, 4th Floor
Lance Connolly, Purdue University
How The Look and Feel of Events Has Impacted Engagement and Development Events at Purdue University
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
Classroom # 412, 4th Floor
Cara Workman, University of Connecticut
Marinda Reynolds, UConn Foundation
Who’s in Charge, Your Team or My Team?
Speaker bios + Session Abstract
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Breakout Session IV
Classroom # 418, 4th Floor
Shanna Parisien, Concordia University – Montreal
It's a Love-Hate Relationship: Pivoting to Virtual Events
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
Classroom # 419, 4th Floor
Melissa Werner, Arizona State University
Barbara Siska, The University of Chicago
Ceremonies, Rituals and Traditions
Speaker bios + Session Abstract
Classroom # 424, 4th Floor
Devon Pasha, Drexel University
Planning with a Purpose: Building Events That Leave a Lasting Impression
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Group Activity Featuring Flow Circus
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Dawn Daria & Paul Miller
Integrating Kinetic Play for Powerful Connection & Impact
4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
Table Discussions
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Melissa Werner, Arizona State University
Event Protocol
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Networking Reception
Questrom Executive Dining Room, 4th Floor
“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’oeuvres and other beverages to be served
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2022
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Breakfast, Networking, Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Keynote Presentation
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Sally Webb Berry, The Special Event Company
Events Are a Risky Business!
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
Vendor/Idea Gallery, Headshots
Metcalf Trustee Center, 9th Floor
Breakout Session VI
Classroom # 418, 4th Floor
Andy Wilson, Chowan University
Analytics: The Basics and How Any Shop Size or Budget Can Do It
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
Classroom # 419, 4th Floor
Angie Senter, Washington State University
Digital Equity in Hybrid Events
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
Classroom # 426, 4th Floor
LaZendra Danforth, University of Florida College of Pharmacy
Creating College Partnerships through Events
Speaker bio + Session Abstract
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Closing Session and Table Discussions
12:30 PM
Conference Ends
6:00 PM
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 in the Questrom Executive Dining Room, 4th Floor.
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
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