After extensive study, review and open discussion over the last two years, the IAVM Board of Directors voted unanimously to bring forward changes to the bylaws that would make our association more inclusive and diverse in our decision making. As a means to incorporate the perspective

Effective energy management strategies benefit venue managers by lowering operating costs and increasing efficiencies. By implementing effective strategies, venue managers can make informed decisions, improve budget planning, and gain competitive advantages. The difference between hig

The Venue Operations Summit (VOS) was created in 2014 for the sole purpose of addressing an acknowledged need for professional development in the areas of public assembly facility operations and engineering. From our first conference in 2015, we have been delighted with the response a

I don’t think there are enough words in the English language to describe how much our mentor/mentee relationship has meant to me. Enrolling in the IAVM Mentor Connector program is one of the greatest decisions I have made as a young professional in IAVM. In today’s world, there are ma

We all need to be sensitive to the impact manufacturing has on the world around us. The world of sustainability has its own lexicon of terms that everyone may not fully grasp. Here is a glossary of terms that will help you better understand sustainability.