Here in Napa and Sonoma and pretty much Northern California, we've weathered a few years of unexpected curveballs.  Fires, floods, fires and a pandemic has really taken a toll on our industry.  In an area where hospitality and tourism play a key role in our economy, and where wedding and event professionals play a huge part, we have gotten through these challenging times because we are a community that comes together. 

Now more than ever, saying that "the live events industry is in a constant state of evolution" is on point.  The needs of clients and your organizations are changing; technology progresses rapidly as we move into virtual and hybrid models; and new trends and tech emerge every day. You’re faced with shifting your strategies, protecting and growing your business and finding new clients, all while achieving new levels of creativity and inspiration. We get it. It's a lot. 

While our chapter is small, our community has always been broad. This year, we have a plan in place to support our Members and our community. Because we're here with you and we're it in together. We want to help you connect with one another, new clients, build relationships. All the while, staying the course on education to empower you and bolster your next steps.

And ILEA is a global network; in this virtual world, it has brought us closer to those far away. That means, new connections and discovering more best practices along the way.

If you'd like to explore an ILEA membership, contact us at Membership@ileanapasonoma.com!  We'd love to hear from you. If you're ready, Join Now.