ESPA’s Webinars – Virtual Education for Convention & Event Services Professionals
Continuing education opportunities all year
Each month, ESPA hosts a live Webinar featuring members and industry leaders delivering virtual education. Don’t let your ESPA education stop at the conclusion of the Annual Conference. From your own desk or conference room, schedule an hour to log in and learn – do it over lunch! Most of our programs offer 1 hour of approved continuing education credit.
Our Upcoming Webinar:
Learn from the Experts: Focus on Accessibility
Date: Thursday, November 16, 2023
Time: 1:00pm ET
ESPC Approved: 1 Hour
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Are you curious about what you can do to make your event accessible to all? Learn from the experts as we discuss advocating for accessibility in your destination, how to prepare your venue for anyone, what a planner looks for from all their destination partners and how we can go above the ADA standards with ease.
Panelist (as of 11/2/2023)
- Patti Hayes, CEO, AWS Foundation
- Michelle Kimpel, Director of Sports and Recreation, Turnstone Center
- Lynn Smith, Regional Director – United States, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
Fee: Webinars are available to members for $50 per webinar. The non-member registration fee is $60.
Attention Members:
Attend multiple webinars at a discount!
ESPA is pleased to offer a Continuing Education Package that allows you to sign up for multiple Webinars at a discounted cost. Take advantage of this valuable year-long educational benefit of membership and earn CMP credit!
• 10 Webinars (a full year of programs) for $400 – saving you $100
• 5 Webinars (a half year of programming) for $200 – saving you $50
• Pick 3 (buy 2 Webinars, get 1 free) for $100 – saving you $50
2024 Webinar Packages Will be Posted Soon!
October 19: Getting the Edge on Esports: Understanding Gaming Events Before They Book
CMP Domain: G. Meeting or Event Design
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
September 21: Emerging Conversations with Jason E. Dunn. Sr., Executive Director of the National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
August 16: Emerging Technology Trends: Changing the Way of Servicing
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
July 20: Q&A with the Meeting Planners
CMP Domain: B: Project Management
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
May 25: Crucial Challenges in the Hospitality Industry: Legislative Dilemmas, Homelessness, and Human Trafficking
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
April 27: Give Your Clients What They Want! Let’s Talk Gifts, Amenities & More
CMP Domain: I: Marketing
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
March 16: Working with Stakeholders and Partners to Enhance Visitor Experience
CMP Domain: F: Stakeholder Management
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
March 6: Continuing the Conversation – Making the DEI Connection, with ESPA Keynote Elliott Ferguson
CMP Domain: E. Human Resources
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
November: Stand out to Specialized Groups: What They Need From You
CMP Domain: F: Stakeholder Management
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
October: Get to Know Your Sports Event Planner: Stakeholder Communication is the Key to a Successful Event
CMP Domain: G: Meeting or Event Design
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
September: How Your Bias Impacts the Business
CMP Domain: E. Human Resources
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
August: Doing More with Less: The Services Flex
CMP Domain: F: Stakeholder Management
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
July: Q&A with Meeting Planners
CMP Domain: B: Project Management
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
June: Modern Security: What New Strategies Can Prevent Past Tragedies
CMP Domain: C. Risk Management
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
May: Event Survey Tips – Tell Me More! What We Want to Hear After Hitting “Send” on Surveys
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
April: New Services for Groups: Who Says You Can’t Have It All?
CMP Domain: G: Meeting or Event Design
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
March: Be CyberAware: Why it Matters to the Events Industry
CMP Domain: C. Risk Management
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
February: Fresh & Creative Thinking: Planning Sites, Promotional Trips and Pre-Conference Meetings
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
ESPC Credit Hours: 1
November: What Stuck? Business Event Technologies in Today’s World
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
October: Sustainability in a COVID-19 Landscape: New Approaches to Effective Sustainability Practices
CMP Domain: G. Meeting or Event Design
Credit Hours: 1
September: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: A Look at Intentional & Meaningful DEI for Services
CMP Domain: E. Human Resources
Credit Hours: 1
August
Unique CSR Opportunities: Giving Back & Maximizing Your Community Relationships
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
July
Q&A with Meeting Planners: We’re Coming Back – but What’s Changed?
CMP Domain: B. Project Management
Credit Hours: 1
June
Infusing Destination Identity in a Hybrid World
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
May
Game On! The Journey Back to Normal with Sports Events
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
April
Every Meal Matters
CMP Domain: G. Meeting or Event Design
Credit Hours: 1
March
Site Visits: Planning Reimagined
CMP Domain: H. Site Design
Credit Hours: 1
February
Innovative Ways to Service Groups
CMP Domain: G. Meeting or Event Design
Credit Hours: 1
November
Leadership in Unconventional Crises
CMP Domain: C. Risk Management
Credit Hours: 1
October
Sports Events: Challenges & Opportunities for your City
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
September
F&B Trends: Navigating the New Normal
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
August
Diversity and Inclusion within the Business Events Industry: It’s a Movement not a Moment
CMP Domain: E: Human Resources
Credit Hours: 1
July
Q&A with Meeting Planners
CMP-IS Domain: B: Project Management
Credit Hours: 1
June
Positive Partnerships: How to Manage Stressed Out Clients for Successful Events, Relationships and 5-Star Reviews!
CMP Domain: F. Stakeholder Management
Credit Hours: 1
May
Convention Services After the COVID-19 Crisis – Venue and CVB Perspective
CMP Domain: C. Risk Management
Credit Hours: 1.5
Convention Services After the COVID-19 Crisis – Meeting Planners Perspective
CMP Domain: C. Risk Management
Credit Hours: 1.5
April
Remote Team Management Tools and Tips
March
“WELCOME” – Creating LGBT Friendly Experiences
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
February
Event Service Professionals, Learn How to Get What You Want!
CMP Domain: E. Human Resources
Credit Hours: 1
November
What if You Changed One Thing?
CMP Domain: C. Risk Management
Credit Hours: 1
October
Crisis Planning for Sporting Events
CMP Domain: C. Risk Management
Credit Hours: 1
September
Deep Dive into #EventTech
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
August
Human Trafficking: Raising Awareness in the Meetings Industry
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
July
Q&A With Planners
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
June
Taking Action: The Impact of Homelessness on the Meetings Industry
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
May
From Distracted to Productive
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
April
A Planner’s Perspective to City Wides
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
March
The Making of a Green City—Kansas City a Case Study!
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
February
Boundaries and Telling Clients “NO”
CMP Domain: F. Stakeholder Management
Credit Hours: 1
Best Practices for Managing City and Mini Wides
CMP Domain: Pending
Credit Hours: 1
CMP Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
September
How to Use Social Media to Strategically Engage and Delight Event Participants
CMP-IS Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
August
Effective Practices for Volunteer Management Success!
CMP-IS Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
July
Q&A with the Meeting Planners
CMP-IS Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
June
When Disaster Strikes
CMP-IS Domain: C. Risk Management
Credit Hours: 1
May
Overcoming Challenges: The Critical Elements for Success
CMP-IS Domain: B: Project Management
Credit Hours: 1
April
Sustainability – A Community Partnership
CMP-IS Domain: G. Meeting or Event Design
Credit Hours: 1
March
The CSM Experience: Five Perspectives to Help Take You to the Top
CMP-IS Domain: E: Human Resources
Credit Hours: 1
February
Creating Event Experiences
CMP-IS Domain: G. Meeting or Event Design
Credit Hours: 1
February
New and Innovative Ways to Enhance the Meeting and Event Experience
CMP-IS Domain: C. Risk Management
Credit Hours: 1
March
Make Technology Work For You: #EventTech, Social Media, Productivity & More!
CMP-IS Domain: G. Meeting or Event Design
Credit Hours: 1
April
The Art & Science of Post Event Survey Reporting
CMP-IS Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
May
What’s the ROI of You?
CMP-IS Domain: E: Human Resources
Credit Hours: 1
June
How Positive Employee Engagement Impacts Positive Client Experiences
CMP-IS Domain: E: Human Resources
Credit Hours: 1
July
Convention Center Best Practices
CMP-IS Domain: H. Site Management
Credit Hours: 1
August
CSR – What’s New in CSR Programs
CMP-IS Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
September
It’s not Mission Impossible – Sales to Services
CMP-IS Domain: F. Stakeholder Management
Credit Hours: 1
October
Comprehensive Client Services: CVB, Hotels, and Venues Working Together to Deliver Valuable, Measurable Services
CMP-IS Domain: A. Strategic Planning
Credit Hours: 1
November
Best Practices for Attendance Promotion Tools and Processes
CMP-IS Domain: I: Marketing
Credit Hours: 1
Want to take advantage of our Webinar package pricing?
Follow these simple steps:
1. Log in to the My ESPA Portal with your email address and password.
2. Click on the Online Store link in the left-hand menu.
3. Purchase either the “Full Year of Webinar Programming, “Half Year of Webinar Programming” or “Pick 3” package.
4. Once you have paid for your purchase, a discount code and receipt will be sent to you via email.
5. This code can then be used in lieu of payment for Webinar programs you choose to attend during the year.
*Please note ESPA’s policy regarding Continuing Education Credit:
All registered participants will earn a Continuing Education hour for this webinar. Continuing Education credits may be extended to up to 2 additional participants from a registered member’s location. For members inviting non-members to participate, please make sure they are aware that they must individually register with ESPA in order to receive Continuing Education credit.
