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This premier gathering of festival and event professionals, suppliers, and industry partners from around the world offers unparalleled opportunities for education, inspiration, and meaningful connection. From those taking their first steps toward a new event, to those advancing long-standing, globally recognized experiences, there is something for everyone as we explore emerging trends, address real-world challenges, and identify new opportunities.
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Tuesday, October 6
 

9:15am PDT

Arts Affinity Group
Tuesday October 6, 2026 9:15am - 10:45am PDT
Room - White Dove
IFEA convention attendees have a unique opportunity to share "common ground” with professional peers while discussing current trends and issues during our popular "Affinity Group” Sessions, which many of you have been participating in virtually throughout the year. Now come meet your professional friends in person! Bring your questions and input to these valuable open-topic exchange sessions and let the conversation begin. Each Affinity Group has been assigned a Moderator(s) to help keep the discussions flowing smoothly.
Moderators
avatar for Stephen King, MA, CFEE

Stephen King, MA, CFEE

Executive Director, Des Moines Arts Festival
Stephen King has spent his life engaged with the arts. Originally from Houston, Texas, Stephen began his professional career directing, acting, and managing live theatre productions throughout the Houston area. In 1995, he turned this passion for the arts toward non-profit arts administration... Read More →
Tuesday October 6, 2026 9:15am - 10:45am PDT
Room - White Dove
  Education, CFEE Elective

11:00am PDT

Prep & Response: Dealing with ICE Issues (Real & Perceived)
Tuesday October 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room - White Dove

Moderators
avatar for Randy Dewitz, CFEE, CFM

Randy Dewitz, CFEE, CFM

Owner, Fanfare Attractions, LLC
Randy L. Dewitz, Owner, Fanfare Attractions started the Company in September, 1994.  As an Event Producer, he has managed services for the Festivals and Events industry for over 43 years.  Randy received his Certified Festival & Event Executive (CFEE) designation in September 2016... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Steven Adelman

Steven Adelman

IFEA Director of Event Safety, Adelman Law Group, PLLC / Principal
Steven Adelman is the head of Adelman Law Group, PLLC and IFEA’s Director of Event Safety. He represents event industry clients with their business issues, creates safety plans, provides crowd manager training, and serves as an event safety expert in significant lawsuits, including... Read More →
avatar for Steve Rosenhauer, CFEE

Steve Rosenhauer, CFEE

Executive Director, Fiesta San Antonio

Tuesday October 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room - White Dove
  Education, CFEE Elective

3:30pm PDT

Sponsorship Affinity Group
Tuesday October 6, 2026 3:30pm - 5:00pm PDT
Room - White Dove
IFEA convention attendees have a unique opportunity to share "common ground” with professional peers while discussing current trends and issues during our popular "Affinity Group” Sessions, which many of you have been participating in virtually throughout the year. Now come meet your professional friends in person! Bring your questions and input to these valuable open-topic exchange sessions and let the conversation begin. Each Affinity Group has been assigned a Moderator(s) to help keep the discussions flowing smoothly.
Moderators
avatar for Sally Croker

Sally Croker

President & CEO, Innovative Sponsorships
avatar for Colleen Murphy, CFEE

Colleen Murphy, CFEE

Director of Community Relations, Des Moines Arts Festival
Colleen Murphy, CFEE is the Director of Community Relations for the Des Moines Arts Festival. In this role, she is responsible for the development, execution, and management of fundraising initiatives and marketing/PR efforts to advance the organization.  Prior to the Des Moines... Read More →
Tuesday October 6, 2026 3:30pm - 5:00pm PDT
Room - White Dove
  Education, CFEE Elective
 

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