Entries by Rebecca Christian

IEM member forum – you’re invited!

All IEM members are invited to the Institute’s next member forum on Monday 13 October. The forum will be from 1-2pm and held on Teams. The theme will be skills and talent development, and will be a chance to hear from IEM chair Tim Owen, other directors and of course other members! To receive a […]

Bringing professional practice into events education

Congratulations to the University of Greenwich for achieving Higher Education Course Recognition from the IEM for its event management courses. We spoke to Jo Goodey, Senior Lecturer in Events Management, about the importance of recognition and her university’s commitment to bringing professional practice into events education. Firstly, congratulations on achieving Higher Education Course Recognition for […]

How to overcome the ‘haven’t got time monster’

No matter how skilled and experienced you are, there is one big monster that can stop you meeting deadlines, prevent you realising your potential and create stress and burnout. It’s the ‘haven’t got time monster’. Time poverty and lack of bandwidth plague our working lives. There’s a lot of truth in the old adage, ‘If […]

IEM members have their say

Our recent members’ forum welcomed Jess Chambers, Ian Wynne-Smythe, Roger Barrett and Marie Townshend to present their very different perspectives on the current state of the event industry, the challenges they face in their respective sectors, and how the IEM can support them. We are planning regular forums, giving members a chance to meet each […]

Book now to boost your performance and wellbeing!

A very special benefit of IEM membership is FREE access to two programmes designed to boost both your performance and your wellbeing. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity! The Purpose Programme run by Andy Green FRSA will help you identify your values and beliefs to create your own unique purpose. The aim is to […]

Book now for free members’ Health and Wellbeing Programme

Want to discover how you can improve your health and wellbeing, and move forward in your career with more energy, productivity and resilience? The Health and Wellbeing Programme is a unique free IEM member benefit. Comprising three 60-minute, small-group workshops via Zoom, plus individual coaching sessions during the course, this is a fantastic opportunity to […]

Tim Owen becomes new IEM Chair

The Institute of Event Management (IEM) is delighted to announce that Tim Owen LVO FRSA RIBA FIEM is its new Executive Board Chair, in succession to Susan Spibey. Tim became a Director and Founding Fellow of the IEM in January 2022. He is the founder of Major Impact City Events consultancy and has been part […]

Progress for ‘Martyn’s Law’

The Institute of Event Management is following with interest the progress of The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, also known as ‘Martyn’s Law’ in honour of Martyn Hett, a victim of the Manchester Arena attack in 2017. The Bill, which will introduce new safety responsibilities for UK venues and public event spaces, has progressed through […]

Point of View: Tracy John

Being recognised by the Institute of Event Management (IEM) holds great significance for me. It validates my expertise and dedication to the events industry and opens up opportunities for further growth, learning, and development. By being actively involved with the Institute, I can contribute to and learn from a community of like-minded professionals who share […]

Season’s greetings from the IEM

As the year comes towards a close, we want to thank you for being part of the Institute of Event Management. Over the last 12 months we have made significant progress in developing professional recognition for our members, and ensuring the next generation of students are equipped with the skills needed to thrive in our […]