The International Association of Exhibitions and Events has announced that after a complex two-year process, it has gained its status as a non-governmental organization in China. 

The International Association of Exhibitions and Events has announced the dates for its inaugural Expo! Expo! MENA, to take place September 5-8 2020 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Expo! Expo! MENA will feature a trade show, education sessions, a general session and Certified in Exhibition Management Learning Program classes.

Amy Durkin, CEM, CMP of the National Catholic Educational Association discusses the importance of making connections at Expo! Expo! and what she’s looking forward to at Las Vegas this December.

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