Marsha Flanagan, M.Ed., CEM is the President and CEO of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE). She is responsible for the management of its full-time professional staff, producing the annual business operating plan and budget, overseeing the support of all meetings of governance units, leading business development, directing fund raising efforts, advocating for the industry and the organization’s members, and providing organizational leadership and strategic counsel to the board of directors. Flanagan also serves as the association’s representative with industry coalitions, partner organizations and strategic alliances.