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Agenda is subject to change.

Sunday, OCTOBER 16, 2022

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM 


​4:30 PM – 5:30 PM 








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​​5:30 PM – 7:00 PM


​Rest of the Night
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​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​

​7:00 AM –  12:00 PM


​​7:00 AM –  8:30 AM



8:30 AM – 9:30 AM




​9:30 AM – 9:45 AM



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​10:00 AM - 10:50 AM









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​11:00 AM – 11:50 PM 


​​12:00 PM - 1:20 PM 


1:30 PM – 2:30 PM








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​2:45 PM – 3:45 PM








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​4:15 PM – 4:30 PM




4:30 PM – 5:20 PM


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​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
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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
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Classroom # 424, 4th Floor
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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
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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

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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

7:00 AM –  8:30 AM

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8:30 AM –  9:30 AM




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9:45 AM – 10:45 AM 








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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 

12:30 PM

​6:00 PM
Breakfast, Networking, and Meet with Exhibitors
Metcalf Trustee Center Lounge, 9th Floor
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Keynote Presentation
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Metcalf Trustee Center, Ballroom, 9th Floor
Matthew Helmer, DRG Group
Beyond the Checkbox: Inclusive Events as an Advancement Imperative


​Breakout Session VI
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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!
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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.
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