Presented by the National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals (NCBMP) in partnership with IAEE.

About

You attend events — now discover the work and careers behind them. Explore how creativity, business, and hospitality come together to power global experiences.

As a student, you probably think events are about planning celebrations — but exhibitions and events are powerful platforms that drive global business, innovation, and industry connections.

This interactive virtual program introduces students to the world of exhibitions and events, showing how professionals create experiences that launch products, build brands, and connect industries worldwide. As a participant, you will explore diverse career opportunities across hospitality, marketing, technology, operations, and business development — and can visualize how your current skills can translate into a variety of career paths.

What Students Will Gain

• Understand how exhibitions and events create real business impact worldwide
• Explore career options beyond traditional event planning
• Visualize how your current skillset can apply to industry opportunities
• Leave with practical next steps to begin building a career in the field

Why Attend?

Not sure where your degree can take you? This session introduces a dynamic global industry many students discover too late.

• Discover new career possibilities
• Learn how events create moments that connect industries and people worldwide
• Hear real stories from industry professionals
• Understand how your skills translate into meaningful careers

Whether your interests are in hospitality, marketing, business, technology, or experiences, this program will help you envision your future in a fast-growing global industry.

Audience

Students

Format

Virtual Student Educational Session.

Cost

Complimentary Registration - Free for Students