NEW! Pandemic Meeting & Event Design - Starts November 10
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Prepare for the return of modified in-person events with this brand new and timely course. Learn how to re-think and plan strategy, design, execution, and evaluation. Join the Next Class!
NEW! Virtual Fundraising Event Management - Starts October 20
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What makes a virtual fundraiser successful? This new course is designed to provide the knowledge, guidance, and tools to optimize and successfully transition your fundraising efforts during COVID-19. Register To Achieve Your Goals!
Virtual Event & Meeting Management - Starts January 5
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Join the 1,500+ (and counting!) alumni who have become certified in Virtual Event & Meeting Management. Build on your existing skill sets and experience by learning the fundamentals of planning and executing engaging virtual event experiences.
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Business Owner Mentorship Program
ELI is proud to offer a complimentary mentorship program for event agency owners and industry professionals seeking strategic support and guidance during these extremely challenging and ever-changing times.
Access Over 180 Courses & Videos
Looking for a convenient way to expand your event and meeting planning knowledge, earn CMP credits, and continue your professional development? If so, a membership with the Event Leadership Institute is for you! Simple pricing that’s cheaper than attending a conference, with no contracts, and you can cancel anytime! We’re always here for your industry professional development needs.
Business & Sales
Pricing, Leadership, Human Resources, Event Sales, Branding, Proposals, RFP’s, Public Relations & more…
Creativity & Design
Experience Design, Catering Creativity, Space Planning, Designing on a Budget, Inspiration, Brainstorming & more…
Technical Production
Lighting, Audio, Teleprompters, Creating a Run of Show, Projection, Live Streaming, Chatbots, Power & more…
Event Careers
Industry Career Options, Building Your Personal Brand, Career Insights, Tips From Industry Leaders & more…
Planning & Logistics
Silent Auctions, Trade Show Booths, Entertainment, Fundraising, Production Timelines, Insurance & more…
Strategy & ROI
Psychology of Events, Measuring Value, Marketing & Media Coverage, Increasing Attendee Engagement & more…
Venues & Destinations
Destination Management, Check-in Processes, In-House Vendors, Venue Negotiation, Unions & more…
CMP Credit Hours
Many Event Leadership Institute courses qualify for CMP Credit Hours, allowing you to search hours towards your CMP.
Professional Development Certificate Courses
Event Leadership Institute also offers 5-10 week online instructor-led certificate courses where you have the opportunity to expand your knowledge while earning a digital credential. While these are not included in membership subscriptions, members get exclusive discounts on these professional development courses.
The Event Leadership Institute stands behind all of its content. If you feel you didn’t learn what you expected to in this course, just let us know within 30 days of your last lesson and we’ll give you a full refund. Click here to view our refund policy and full terms & conditions.
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Online Event Certificate Courses
Event Leadership Institute also offers 4-10 week online instructor-led certificate courses where you have the opportunity to expand your knowledge while earning a digital credential. While these are not included in membership subscriptions, members get exclusive discounts on these professional development courses.
Train Your Event Team
The Event Leadership Institute delivers a wide range of online and in-person workshops and seminars. ELI will bring quality instructional and inspirational content to your team in person or through our private online learning management portal set up specifically for your team. CLICK HERE to learn more about customized team training options!