Event Management Professional Associations & Organizations

Published On: June 5th, 2020Last Updated: November 13th, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tools & ResourcesTags: Event Management, Professional Associations & Organizations, Professional Development

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List of Event Management Professional Associations & Organizations

The following List of Event Management Professional Associations & Organizations features a compilation of membership-based organizations for event management professionals.

Joining professional associations is a great way to pursue professional development and connect with like-minded events professionals. It also enhances your credentials on your Resume and LinkedIn profile.

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I recommend using this list as a starting point to identify organizations you’re interested in joining, then researching membership costs, eligibility, and how each aligns with your career goals.

Here’s the List:

Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI) is the premier resource for education, standards, and practices for destination management professionals.
Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) is dedicated to elevating the event and convention service profession.
Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) is the world’s premier business travel and meetings organization.
International Association of Professional Wedding Officiants (IAPWO) is dedicated to the promotion and advancement of the wedding officiant profession.
International Live Events Association (ILEA) is a global community of thousands of creative event professionals.
National Association for Catering and Events (NACE) is the oldest and largest professional association dedicated to all aspects of the catering and events industry.
National Association of Quinceañera Professionals (NAQP) is a membership-based organization that represents professionals involved in organizing and celebrating quinceañeras.
National Association of Ticket Brokers (NATB) represents the interests of legitimate ticket sellers worldwide, all while promoting consumer protection and industry education.
Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) inspires, connects and innovates the global business events community.
Sports Events & Tourism Association (Sports ETA) is a membership-based professional organization dedicated to the advancement of the sports events and tourism industry.

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About the Author: Doug Levin

Doug Levin is the owner and operator of JobStars USA, a B2C career services practice serving job seekers of all industries and experience levels. He is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and Career Coach (CPCC) with more than a decade of experience in career services.