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SISO Exchanges

SISO

Communities Built on Shared Insight

SISO Exchanges are structured, member-led working communities where senior leaders responsible for the strategy and long-term success of their event portfolios collaborate to advance their businesses - and the industry.

All eight groups offer the opportunity to tackle shared business and leadership challenges with peers while strengthening your industry connections and open only for SISO Members:

  • Marketing

  • Sales

  • People and Culture

  • Social Action

  • Founders

  • Emergency Preparedness (safety and security)

  • Consumer

  • Sustainability 

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What will you find by being part of an Exchange?

What will you find by being part of an Exchange?

Concise, practical learning. Open dialogue. Committed professionals.

With both curated expert talks and monthly member-led spotlights, learning is designed to be purpose-driven with real-world application.

Every meeting is a chance to explore new ideas, share insights, and leave with answers and actionable solutions.

Join today to build your network, gain fresh perspectives, and elevate your visibility in the industry.

How It Works:

How It Works:

  • Ongoing Collaboration: Each small group meets regularly throughout the year — virtually and in person — including quarterly roundtables and dedicated Exchange sessions at SISO events.

  • Consistent Connection: You’ll have access to an online community and dedicated programming designed to address real business challenges year-round.

  • Trusted Ownership: Exchanges are led by respected industry peers with board-level accountability, ensuring focus, continuity, and visible leadership throughout the year.  

Contribute to outcomes that move your business forward.

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What Our Members Say

  • “Without a doubt the most valuable three days of the year for networking, learning, and meeting colleagues.”
    Tony Calanca, Calanca & Associates LLC
  • “Two of the best acquisitions Access Intelligence had executed came directly from contacts and discussions held at the SISO CEO Summit. Beyond that important networking for transactions, I learn best practices from the best in the industry. The ROI for membership is immeasurable.”
    Don Pazour, CEO, Access Intelligence
  • “Our industry thrives on the personal relationships that face-to-face builds, and the CEO Summit is the ultimate place to build YOUR network!”
    Tom Mitchell, President, Messe Dusseldorf North America
  • “As busy, independent, for-profit organizer, SISO keeps our company connected to all the key players working in this industry and allows great relationships and ongoing learning of best practices from the best in the business. All invaluable assets to help move our business forward."
    Howard Hauben, CEO, H2 Events
  • “The SISO membership represents the entire for-profit tradeshow community and the annual SISO conferences are must-attend events for their educational and networking value.”
    Joel A. Davis, Founder & CEO, JD Events
  • Being a member of SISO has allowed me to navigate the dynamic landscape of our industry in the most effective way possible. Personally, it’s been a journey of continuous learning, networking, and collaboration that fosters deep relationships with industry leaders. Professionally, the insights I’ve gained, the resources I have accessed, and the collaborative initiatives and advocacy work have helped to take my organization to new heights. SISO, to me, is an indispensable asset for my career and business.
    Liz Irving, President, Clarion Events