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Dedicated and Educated to Deliver Creative Excellence and Professionalism in Special Events

The International Live Events Association (ILEA) is comprised of over 7,200 professionals in over 38 countries representing special event planners and producers (from festivals to trade shows), caterers, decorators, florists, destination management companies, rental companies, special effects experts, tent suppliers, audio-visual technicians, event and convention coordinators, balloon artists, educators, journalists, hotel sales managers, specialty entertainers, convention center managers, and many more
professional disciplines.

11/02/2026

✨ THE CALM EFFECT: Leading Through Pressure in a People-Focused Industry ✨

In an industry where we’re constantly creating unforgettable experiences for others, it’s important to take a moment to recharge ourselves! 💜

Join ILEA Indiana on December 1st for an afternoon dedicated to finding your calm, building resilience, and learning how to lead with confidence under pressure.

We’ll kick things off with emotional intelligence coach Nora Elder, who will share valuable tools for navigating stress, staying resilient, and leading effectively in our fast-paced industry.

Then, we’ll shift our focus to relaxation and restoration with a soothing sound bath and guided breathing exercises designed to help you reset, recharge, and refocus. 🧘‍♀️✨

📅 Tuesday, December 1st
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 The Heirloom at N.K. Hurst
230 W. McCarty Street | Indianapolis

🎟️ Registration:
💜 ILEA Members: $40
💜 Non-Members: $60
💜 Student Members: $20

Take a little time for YOU this December! We can’t wait to connect, recharge, and finish the year feeling refreshed.

🔗 Register today through the link in our bio!

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10/21/2026

Don’t ghost us!

Grab your tickets through the link in our bio and join us for a hauntingly good time!

10/16/2026

Ready to roll? Join ILEA Indiana for The Art of the Roll, a hands-on sushi-making experience you won’t want to miss!

Get ready for an evening of creativity, delicious flavors, and great connections as we learn the art of sushi rolling with the talented team at A Cut Above Catering!

Whether you’re a sushi lover or trying your hand at rolling for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to learn something new, connect with fellow event professionals, and enjoy a fun night out!

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Location: A Cut Above Catering
433 N Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Cost: $150 per person (Members, Non-Members & Student Members)

Registration Deadline: November 3 at 10:00 AM

Spots are limited, so don’t wait to reserve yours! Grab your fellow event professionals and join us for an unforgettable evening of networking, learning, and sushi!

Register through the link in our bio!

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10/12/2026

✨ MONDAY MEMBER HIGHLIGHT! ✨

This Monday, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on one of our newest ILEA Indiana members, Jema Baker! 💜🩵

Jema is the Sales Manager at Access DMC and brings an impressive 14 years of experience in the events industry! With a background in corporate event design, destination management, and high-touch logistics, Jema specializes in creating seamless, immersive experiences that bring her clients’ visions to life. ✨

When asked why she joined ILEA, Jema shared that it was all about COMMUNITY! 🤝 After years of managing events on a national level, she wanted to reconnect with her local event industry, build meaningful relationships, and contribute to the growth of the Indianapolis events community.

💬 One piece of advice from Jema?

Make the most of your ILEA membership by going beyond traditional networking! Show up, collaborate, share your expertise, and support one another. When we champion each other’s businesses, our entire industry grows stronger!

We’re so excited to welcome Jema to the ILEA Indiana family and can’t wait to see the connections, collaborations, and memories ahead! 💜

👇 Help us give Jema a warm welcome in the comments!

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07/06/2026

🎲✨ Place Your Bets… on the Best Networking Event of the Summer! ✨🎲

Join us for ILEA Indiana’s Masters of the Moment: Summer Showcase—an afternoon packed with entertainment, networking, and fresh event inspiration!

Experience the newest event entertainment from AMS Entertainment, including:
🎰 Casino games like Blackjack, Roulette, Poker, and more
🤖 AI Caricatures that create a one-of-a-kind keepsake
✨ …and so much more!

Enjoy delicious bites and cocktails from First Class Catering.

Members and non-members are welcome!

📅 Wednesday, July 29
⏰ 4:00–7:00 PM
📍 FORUM Events Center | Fishers, IN

🎟 Tickets
• ILEA Members: $10
• Non-Members: $20

Come play a little. Eat a little. Drink a little. Network a lot. We can’t wait to see you there!

06/16/2026

✨ Stop performing. Start connecting. ✨
ILEA Indiana, it’s time to honor the human underneath the hustle. 💙 For too long, as event professionals, we’ve focused on perfecting the lighting cues and flawless ex*****on... but rarely do we check the energy supporting us. Or, quietly, draining us.
Join us for an immersive experience that moves energetic leadership from neuroscience theory to real-life application! We are SO excited to welcome back a dear friend and PAST ILEA INDIANA PRESIDENT! 🙌
Meet our guest speaker, Sarah Mullins, an experienced event professional herself and the force behind Sarah Mullins, LLC. In this interactive session, Sarah will show you how to leverage her ‘4 E’s of Energetic Leadership’ to align how you lead with who you are. This isn’t just another networking event. Come ready to think. And maybe feel a little too. 💡🤍
Details Below: 👇
👤 Speaker: Sarah Mullins, Leadership Coach & ILEA Indiana Past President
☀️ Theme: Lead from Your Essence: The Shift from Performance to Presence
🗓 When: June 23, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST
📍 Where: The Crane Bay Event Center, Indianapolis
🍽 Includes: Light Bites, Growth, and Connection!
🎟 Members: $35 | Student Members: $25 | Non-Members: $45
Spaces are limited! SECURE YOUR SPOT via the link in our bio! 🔗
A HUGE thank you to our amazing sponsors who make this possible:

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