About ILEA

Originally called the International Special Events Society (ISES), ILEA was founded in 1987 in response to phenomenal growth in the industry, a growing demand for promoting professionalism and providing continuing education. ILEA is the only international association which serves as an umbrella organization bringing together the many different disciplines involved in the special events industry. In 2016, ISES changed its name to ILEA, International Live Events Association.

 

Who is ILEA?

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International Live Events Association is comprised of over 2,800 professionals in 27 countries representing special events producers (from festivals to trade shows), caterers, decorators, florists, destination management companies, rental companies, special effects experts, tent suppliers, audio-visual technicians, party and convention coordinators, balloon artists, educators, journalists, hotel sales managers, specialty entertainers, convention center managers, and many more.