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IAEE Now Accepting Scholarship and Grant Applications

3/5/2025
DALLAS – The International Association of Exhibitions and Events®️ (IAEE) announced today that it is now accepting applications for its scholarship and grant programs designed to support education and professional development in the exhibitions and events industry. All applications must be submitted by 1 May 2025.

“These scholarship and grant opportunities represent IAEE’s ongoing commitment to fostering the next generation of exhibitions and events professionals,” said IAEE President and CEO Marsha Flanagan, M.Ed., CEM. “By supporting education and professional development, we are investing in the future of our industry and helping to create pathways for diverse talent to thrive.”

Helen Brett™️ Scholarship

The Helen Brett™️ Scholarship assists individuals exploring the study of exhibitions and events management with the goal of advancing their career in this field. Established by Robert Kolinek, CEM, CMP, the scholarship is named for his grandmother, Helen Brett, a pioneer in the trade show industry. The scholarship aims to promote the exhibitions and events industry by attracting college-level students and supporting their studies with financial assistance, and are awarded on a competitive basis taking into account given to field of study, recommendations and educational achievement.

IAEE DE&I Scholarship

Established by IAEE member Rochelle Richardson, CEM, the IAEE DE&I Scholarship brings visibility to the exhibitions, meetings and business events industry for graduating high school students from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities. Scholarships up to $2,500 in tuition assistance are awarded competitively to students pursuing degrees in exhibition, event and/or hospitality management.

Bob Dallmeyer Education Fund

The Bob Dallmeyer Education Fund supports international exhibition and event industry education and professional development worldwide. The fund serves event professionals at all stages of their careers, including young professionals, those new to the industry, and professionals interested in learning about the global marketplace.

Funding opportunities include:

Global exchange experiences for programs outside recipients’ home countries
Education sessions at industry events
CEM Learning Program support for enrolled candidates (minimum three years’ experience required)
Additional activities aligned with the fund’s mission

There is no stated limit to the amount that can be requested or granted through this fund and decisions for awarding funding are based on the level at which candidates meet the requirements.

Click here for complete details about IAEE’s scholarship and grant programs.

About IAEE
Trusted since 1928, IAEE provides quality and value to its members through leadership, service, education and strong relationships. IAEE is the largest association of the exhibitions and events industry in the world, with a membership of show organizers, exhibitors and exhibition suppliers. Organizers of more than 20,000 exhibitions and buyer-seller events around the world are members of IAEE, and the organization advocates and promotes the awareness of face-to-face exhibitions and events as the primary medium for business development and growth. IAEE provides relevant, timely and innovative education to its members and the industry. IAEE recognizes its strategic partners: 4imprint, Convention News Television (CNTV), eShow, Freeman, GES | onPeak, Grit Productions and Expositions, IMEX, New Orleans & Company, New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Risk Strategies Company | Buttine Insurance, Snöball and Swapcard. Visit www.iaee.com for more information.

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