IEEE MCE is Now IEEE Conferences, Events & Experiences (CEE)

IEEE Meetings, Conferences & Events (IEEE MCE), which provides services and expertise across IEEE, is now IEEE Conferences, Events & Experiences (IEEE CEE).

IEEE Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer Sophia A. Muirhead announced that Marie Hunter has been promoted to Managing Director, Conferences, Events & Experiences, to lead this new OU reporting directly to her.  

Volunteers and organizers can continue to partner with their current IEEE CEE Customer Relationship Managers (CRMs) and support staff as they have not changed. 

As our team evolves, we will share additional updates about exciting new resources, services, and experiences to support our community. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at ieee-mce@ieee.org

IEEE Conferences, Events & Experiences (CEE)

CEE brings together people and technology through transformative events and experiences that create engagement, inspire innovation, and catalyze impact. The team supports over 2000 conferences annually, offering strategies and services on financial management, digital events, audience development, quality, publishing, and more. 

Marie Hunter Receives ICCA Global Influencer Award

Please join us in congratulating Marie Hunter, Managing Director of IEEE Conferences, Events & Experiences, who was honored with the prestigious Global Influencer Award 2024 by ICCA, the International Congress and Convention Association at IMEX in Frankfurt, Germany!

The ICCA Global Influencer Award goes beyond the usual category confines of associations, sectors, and meeting professionals to recognize a true powerhouse in the industry — a professional who has made a profound difference through their contributions.

Marie’s visionary leadership and unique ability to deliver innovative, impactful solutions that enhance value and visibility have set her apart in our industry. These exceptional qualities have been recognized on a global scale, making us all proud to be part of her journey.

Congratulations, Marie!

Register for a Live Webinar Hosted by Visit Anchorage Coming in July

Join us for a live webinar hosted by Visit Anchorage on 17 July at 12 PM Eastern Time / 8 AM Alaska Time. Beautiful Alaska is the Last Frontier of the United States and should be on every intrepid traveler's bucket list. It also hosts state-of-the-art conference facilities and is currently a hotbed for innovative activity in the IEEE academic community.

In this webinar, you will hear from four speakers as they share more about why you should be excited about what's been going on in Alaska. You will learn about the unique and world-class amenities that Anchorage has to offer while three locally based professionals representing four different IEEE societies share some of their exciting research activities.

Mark your calendars and look North to the future.

New Resource: Carbon Offsetting for Events

Carbon offsetting can hold your event accountable, particularly in areas where emissions are unavoidable or reduction options are limited. CEE launched a new online resource that provides information on the benefits of carbon offsetting, types of projects, and ways to get started.

Ready to explore carbon offsetting? Visit the IEEE Event Sustainability Hub for knowledge and resources that will guide you on your journey.

Last Call for 2024 Conference Applications

Planning to sponsor a conference in the second half of 2024 but haven’t completed a conference application? Time is running out to register it with IEEE!

As recommended in IEEE Policy 10, OUs and Organizers should aim to have their conference applications submitted and approved 12 months prior to the event. This allows stakeholders to review, evaluate, and approve applications before the organization of the event begins in earnest. It also allows the conference to obtain the benefits of affiliation with IEEE, including inclusion in the IEEE Conference Search. Applications that arrive too close to the event date may be declined due to insufficient time to conduct and complete this process.  

Have questions or need support? The CEE Team is here to help!

Organizer Insights Videos Now Available in Mandarin

Check out the CEE website to view all-new Mandarin translations of our IEEE Conference Organizer Insights videos. The videos are in Mandarin with audio voiceovers and subtitles. Watch these videos to view IEEE Conference Organizers sharing their success stories, tips, and lessons learned for leading at their events. These videos are currently available in English, Spanish, and Mandarin!

Forums of the Future: Three New Episodes

Forums of the Future now has three new episodes available to listen to through our website and multiple streaming services. Don't forget to check out these episodes which are packed with valuable information. These episodes are great for Conference Organizers to learn and apply throughout their own organizing process.

Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE) Study: Optimizing Event Travel for Sustainability

NZCE has released findings from a two-year study focusing on travel optimization within the events industry, highlighting the significance of in-person meetings and face-to-face interactions, especially in the post-pandemic era. The study highlights how large events have the potential to lessen travel while also benefiting the environment. In order to accomplish sustainable goals and advance the events industry, NCZE plans to build on these findings in the future by obtaining more data, increasing participant involvement, and implementing substantial change.

Kacie Ros, Associate Event Planner, CEE

Speaking of Numbers: Measurement, Quantification, and the Kelvin Dictum

On Wednesday, 29 May, in partnership with the IEEE Foundation and IEEE History Center, IEEE CEE Digital Events produced a one-hour virtual event titled "Speaking of Numbers: Measurement, Quantification, and the Kelvin Dictum." The session was produced using the Engagez platform, and the featured guest speaker was Dr. Daniel Jon Mitchell, Senior Historian at the IEEE History Center. There were 544 total registrants, 205 live attendees, and 49 on-demand views.

The New Conference Application Status Tool is Here!

A new way to check the status of your IEEE Conference Application is live on the CEE website. Based on volunteer and leadership feedback, the new tool provides a visual overview of the process, a detailed description of the application status, and a list of what still needs to be completed. 

Organizers will be able to track the status of their applications until shortly after they reach the decision phase. Approved conferences will then be listed in the IEEE Conference Search.

Learn How to Get a 10% Discount on Event Supplies Through PC/NAMETAG

IEEE Conferences, Events & Experiences partners with PC/NAMETAG® to offer IEEE Event Organizers a discount on all event and registration supply orders. We are pleased to share that the discount has now increased to 10% on orders placed through 2024!

Don't forget to mention CCIEEE24 when placing your order to receive the 10% discount.

If you are interested in learning more about PC/NAMETAG® and their current offerings, please contact Lynn Kijowski of CEE at l.kijowski@ieee.org.