
The International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) has announced president/CEO David DuBois will retire as of Dec. 31, 2023.
DuBois has been with the association for 11 years, providing strategic insights and vision while successfully leading the association through the recent pandemic. He will continue to lead the association through its strategic growth initiatives in 2023.
“IAEE is a large and diverse global association that represents a vast ecosystem. I look forward to continuing to lead the exhibitions and events industry’s trade association and over the months ahead, my goal is for IAEE to continue delivering valuable programs to our members and stakeholders globally,” says DuBuois.
“We appreciate everything David has accomplished during his tenure at the association and are grateful for his leadership and service to IAEE members,” says IAEE chairperson of the board, Dennis Smith. “The IAEE board is following a well-guided succession plan and committed to paving the direction forward with new leadership to position the association for future growth.”




