We’re halfway through the year--without a doubt, the most challenging year our industry has ever experienced. The fight to remain relevant in a turbulent environment, combined with the need to deliver new solutions to our clients, and take care of our employees, has been intense. Nevertheless, we keep moving forward, and I have never been so proud of anything as I am of the effort EDPA is making to address the concerns of our membership.
Like every other July, we are beginning the preparations for EDPA ACCESS 2020. I’m excited to announce that we are planning a hybrid event for this December. We remain committed to face-to-face and will be hosting our annual meeting in person, as well as offering a virtual component. The look and feel will undoubtedly be different, conversations will be unprecedented, and the networking will be more critical than ever. We will make every effort to ensure that the meeting content addresses the issues that are top of mind for our industry at that time.
So mark your calendars for December 1-3, 2020. Our live ACCESS will be in San Antonio at the La Cantera Resort, and tickets will go on sale at the beginning of September. We will also have more information soon about what our virtual component will look like for those of you who are unable to travel. I know we will emerge from this period stronger and most robust than ever! We have to hang in there!
Amy Sondrup
President, EDPA
EDPA Launches its Future Leaders Program
EDPA’s Young Professional committee is pleased to announce the launch of EDPA’s newest initiative: The EDPA Future Leaders Program. Focusing on a positive outlook and momentum for the exhibition industry, the EDPA Future Leaders Program will honor the best and brightest young professionals who are already making a difference with their day-to-day contributions and thought leadership.
To be considered for this honor, candidates must be:
An EDPA member or work at an EDPA member company
Sponsored by an EDPA member company or employee
A non-C-Suite professional
A leader or manager of people, projects, etc.
Demonstrating professional characteristics as determined by the committee
Under the age of 40 as of October 2, 2020.
Nominations are limited to two submissions per member division/location.The fee for each submission is $100.
According to Liz Nacron. Executive Vice President, Creative and Production, Live Marketing, and the committee chair for the Futures Leader Program, “This is an opportunity for the EDPA to create a new and unique value proposition for young professionals within our ranks. This award begins a targeted stewardship for those in the industry showing up and making a difference.”
Start your entry for the Future Leaders Award on EDPA.com. The deadline for submissions is Friday, October 2, 2020.
EDPA Awards Are Now Open for Submissions
EDPA is now accepting submissions for the 2020 EDPA Awards. This year’s awards will be presented at ACCESS 2020 on December 2nd, 2020. Award categories include:
The Hazel Hays Award - recognizes an individual for outstanding contribution to the experiential/exhibit industry overall. The award is the highest honor bestowed by EDPA.
The Ambassador Award - acknowledges an individual for outstanding service or contribution to EDPA and the industry.
Design of the Year Award - acknowledges a designer who works to enhance the professional standards of experiential/exhibit designers.
The Eddie Awards - recognizes outstanding creative achievements for self-promotion within the experiential/event industry across categories.
International Collaboration Award - recognizes companies which have formed international partnerships to deliver outstanding work for their clients.
Future Leaders Award - honoring the best and brightest young professionals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities.
Chapter of the Year Awards - acknowledges outstanding chapters for their diligence and hard work in promoting EDPA, and its innovative ways in forging ahead.
Enter now! The deadline for the awards is Friday, October 2, 2020. Find the award submission instructions on EDPA.com.
The RSMGC Board is proud to announce plans for the 2020 Randy in the time of COVID. Recognizing that the COVID pandemic has yielded a devastating blow to our industry there are still compelling reasons to gather again in Atlanta this year.
The 2020 Randy will be a scaled down event with discounted pricing for all who can come.
Trade show professionals are at their best when circumstances are the most difficult – this year’s event will be a great symbol of our fortitude.
The Randy has always been a celebration of our trade show family and friends. We will come together this year, not only to support our recipients, but each other during these trying times.
For those who are unable to attend in person we are planning a nationwide “I Am the Randy” campaign. More information to follow on how you can participate in the 2020 Randy remotely.
Details:
Date: Monday, September 28, 2020
Course:
Berkeley Hills Country Club
2300 Pond Rd.
Duluth, GA 30096
Schedule:
Check-In…. 9:00 AM
Shotgun Start…. 12:00 PM
Cocktails …. 4:30 to 6:00 PM
Dinner Barbecue…. 6:00 PM
Cost:
$150/golfer
$50/banquet ticket
Find out more and register at www.rsmgc.org
Women in Exhibitions
Event Title: Bi-weekly Zoom Share
Event Date: Starting again July 22, 2020, and continuing bi-weekly on Wednesday through the end of the year.
Event Location: Zoom
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm PDT
Event Description: If you are a woman in the exhibitions industry please join us for our bi-weekly Zoom calls. Topics are timely to our current events and are always highly informative and insightful. Registration and details can be found on the Women in Exhibitions LinkedIn Group. Please request to join for access to the Zoom registration link.
Registration link: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/1512357/
Las Vegas
Event Title: Hybrid Summer Mixer Sponsored by Total Show Technology
Event Date: August 12, 2020
Event Location: Total Show Technology, 3656 E Sunset Rd, Suite 110, Las Vegas, NV 89120
Virtual: Link TBD
Time: 4:30 – 6:30pm PDT
Event Description: Join the EDPA Las Vegas chapter at Total Show Technology on Wednesday, August 12th for a Physical Networking Mixer! There will also be a virtual component as well for those unable to join us in the physical space. The physical event is limited to the first 50 registrations. Once the virtual platform is determined we will share that information as well.
Registration link: https://www.123signup.com/register?id=rnhxt
Event Title: EDPA Las Vegas Chapter HH w/Guest Brian Yost - LVCVA
Event Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Event Location: Zoom
Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Event Description: Join the EDPA Las Vegas chapter as we get an update on the State of the Industry in Las Vegas from Brian Yost, COO of LVCVA. Bring your questions and favorite beverage as undoubtedly there will be plenty of opportunities to imbibe.
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87369535247
Great Lakes
Event Title: Save The Date for our next IN-PERSON Meeting!
Event Date: Thursday, September 17
Event Location: TBD
Time: 7:00pm
Event Description: We miss everyone! Please save the date for our next in-person meeting. We are a face-to-face industry, and we are excited to get back to it and see our friends and colleagues!
Texas
Event Title: Weekly Happy Hour
Event Date: Every Wednesday
Event Location: Virtual via Zoom
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm CST
Event Description: Wellness check and socialization with the EDPA Texas chapter team
Registration link: By Invitation – if interested in joining contact Texas Chapter President, Matthew Little @ mlittle@nuvistaonline.com
