Membership
Becoming a part of this organization is an investment in both yourself and your industry. In today’s demanding world, pleasing clients and companies has become more challenging. Membership in ISES will entitle you to member benefits and Internet access to ISES resources that non-members don't get. Click here to Join ISES through our online application Please be sure to note your affiliation to the RI Chapter. If you need assitance with the application, please contact info@ISESRI.org. Frequently Asked Membership Questions 1. What is ISES? 2. If I join a Chapter am I also a member of the International Chapter? 3. When does my membership expire? 4. How much does membership cost for ISES USA ?
ISES stands for the International Special Events Society. The International Special Events Society (ISES) is the premier society for Event Professionals. Your membership in ISES also allows you to build relationships with other professionals worldwide within the special events industry.
Yes, when you join a local chapter, you also become a member of the international organization. However, your membership application needs to be completed through ISES HQ or the International Affiliaite office.
No matter when you join ISES throughout the year (July-April); your membership will expire on June 30th. However, if you join in May or June your membership will not expire until the following calendar year.
ISES membership fees are $399 for corporate or individual; or $299 for nonprofit—full year rate; plus a $50 application fee. Student memberships are $35 and require volunteer service to the chapter and approval from a university representative. ISES also holds two international membership drives each year in December and May. These membership drives offer additional incentives for joining ISES.
5. Does ISES accept student members? However, student members do not receive full ISES member privileges. Student members are not eligible to have a listing on the ISES Web site; they do not qualify for Member Discounts; nor can they vote on chapter business or hold an office in ISES. In addition, student members are not be permitted to use the ISES logo on business cards or any promotional material. 6. How do I join ISES USA ? 7. Who can/should join ISES? 8. What are the benefits of membership? 9. What type of educational opportunities does ISES offer to members?
USA Student memberships are $35 per year and can be held for a maximum of two years (additional years beyond two will be addressed by ISES International and the schools' Program Coordinator). Student members must be enrolled as a part or full-time student in a recognized certificate or degree program. Student members are encouraged to get involved with the chapter by volunteering ten (10) hours to their chapter per year, helping with chapter meetings and event registration, mailings, and other chapter business such as coordinating chapter community service and special projects.
The easiest and fastest way to join ISES is online at www.ises.com. Your membership will be immediately activated and will not expire until June 30. If you prefer to pay by check, your membership may not be activated for 6-8 weeks; due to ISES Headquarters check processing procedures.
ISES Membership brings together professionals from a variety of special event disciplines including caterers, meeting planners, decorators, event planners, audio-visual technicians, party and convention coordinators, entertainers, educators, journalists, photographers, hotel sales managers and many more professional disciplines.
The Society encourages professional development and certification and presents countless opportunities for networking and connecting with industry resources. For complete list of member benefits refer to the Why Join ISES? sheet.
ISES offers comprehensive, year-round, local and international educational experiences for professionals in the special events industry such as Eventworld: A Conference for Professional Development. Eventworld is a continuing education conference for the special events industry where attendees have the opportunity to improve their professional skills and knowledge. The traveling conference is held annually in August. Information and registration forms are mailed to members and are also made available online at www.ises.com. In addition, ISES has a “Cooperative Alliance” with Special Events Magazine which produces The Special Event, an annual industry Tradeshow and Conference for Event Professionals in the United States .