Marsha Flanagan, MEd, CEM, is President and CEO of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE). Marsha leads the association’s team, business planning, budgeting, governance support, business development and industry advocacy. She also represents IAEE through industry coalitions, partnerships and strategic alliances.

Before joining IAEE, Marsha was Director of Content Strategy and Development at Promotional Products Association International. She led the strategy, development and delivery of the association’s professional development and editorial content.

Marsha previously spent six years in the medical industry, working across operations, purchasing, revenue cycle management, marketing and business development.

She began her career with Meeting Professionals International, where she held several roles during 12 years with the organization. As Executive Vice President of Professional Development, she oversaw strategic partnerships, professional development and meetings management.

Marsha was named one of the 25 Most Influential People in the Meetings Industry by Successful Meetings in 2017. She was included in the BizBash Top 500 in 2018 and 2019 and was named a Meetings Today Trendsetter in 2021.

Marsha holds a bachelor’s degree from Texas Christian University and a master’s degree in education from the University of Arkansas.