Question 1

What is ILEA?

Accepted Answer

ILEA stands for the International Live Events Association. ILEA is the principal community representing  creative event professionals, globally.

Question 2

Does ILEA offer any type of certification?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Certified Special Events Professional or CSEP designation. The  CSEP designation is the hallmark of professional achievement in the  special events industry. It is earned through education, performance,  experience, and service to the industry, and reflects a commitment to  professional conduct and ethics.  For more information click here.

Question 3

Who runs ILEA?

Accepted Answer

ILEA Napa-Sonoma is governed by a local Board of Directors that is nominated and elected by the chapter. At the international level, ILEA is run by a Board of Governors and a full-time management team. The chapter and international boards are volunteer positions

Question 4

What is the SEARCH Foundation?

Accepted Answer

Founded in 1997, the SEARCH Foundation supports special event industry professionals in times of crisis through fundraising, volunteer services and donations. To learn more about the foundation, click here.

Question 5

How do I stay in the know?

Accepted Answer

Sign up for our chapter enewsletter as well as our international newsletter, Backstage Chatter.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is ILEA?

Does ILEA offer any type of certification?

Who runs ILEA?

What is the SEARCH Foundation?

How do I stay in the know?