If you are a special events professional in the Washington, DC area with a genuine desire to master the craft of special events planning, be assured that you have come to the right place! The Washington Event Network is a multi-faceted meetup group focused on professional networking, skill set development, and career advancement. Our network is comprised of special event professionals serving clients in the wedding, corporate event, meeting, convention, and trade show industries. In addition to the major markets, our network boasts niche planners in the nightlife and fashion show industries. Advertising, PR, and marketing professionals have also found a home here at WEN. Vendors are also encouraged to join through our newly introduced advertising program. As we grow opportunities to attend career-building seminars, workshops, and networking events to keep abreast of the latest trends, technological advances, and planning techniques that have come to be a regular part of this highly competitive industry will become more abundant. Information pertaining to internships and job opportunities, along with a highlight of events taking place throughout the Washington area will also be available.

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    Holly Holly started ASAE's Springtime Expo '12 - The premier meetings industry event
    Tuesday at 1:10 PM
    Holly

    "The 2012 Springtime Expo website has launched & registration is open!..."

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    Holly Holly started Early Bird Registration Ends Today for the I Do Brunch
    Tuesday at 1:04 PM
    Holly

    "You'll be upset if you miss this fantastic event. ;) Early bird registration ends at midnight. Register now.. Please mention Holly Blackett referred you. Thanks and see you there!"

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    Mia Mia joined
    Tuesday at 12:26 PM
    Mia
    "I am taking some Event Planning classes at GWU; working towards obtaining my Event Planning Certificate. I live near Annapolis but don't mind driving to help out with events."
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    Pia Tucker Pia Tucker joined
    Monday at 9:51 AM
    Pia Tucker
    "I'm Pia Tucker and am new to the events planning industry. I'm interested in volunteer work, employment in the field and opportunities to meet people."
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    Stephanie Stephanie joined
    Monday at 9:51 AM
    Stephanie
    "I moved to DC in November and am planning for an association in Dupont. Looking to get more involved in the meeting planning community!"
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    Holly Holly started I Do Brunch for Wedding Planners...a MUST attend
    February 3 at 2:52 PM
    Holly

    "Psst, early registration ends February 14th! Save $10 - $51 on your registration This event is one you do not want to miss! Delicious food (the bacon we had last year we still talk about), amazing swag, networking and more...."

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    Holly Holly attended Business Owners--Networking and Business Coaching Workshop--Free
    February 3 at 2:44 PM
    Holly

    "This was a great workshop on business coaching! A lot of great tips were offered."

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    Holly Holly started The total CSI experience:
    February 3 at 2:40 PM
    Holly

    "Looking for an exciting group activity or corporate team building event that is different from everything else? We have a great program JUST FOR YOU!..."

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  • New Member
    Pia Rivera Pia Rivera joined
    February 2 at 10:32 PM
    Pia Rivera
    "Student in the George Washington University's Event Management Program, set to graduate May 2012. Interested in working for an association and/or planning social events."
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    Margie Remmers Margie Remmers joined
    February 2 at 10:31 PM
    Margie Remmers
    "I am a speaker, author, and trainer. I teach seminar junkies how to incorporate what they learn from the gurus and incorporate it into their daily lives so that they can get real results."
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Our Sponsors

Dave Edwards Events Inc.

We grow event businesses.

The Churchill Hotel

Host venue for our July meeting.

Promovision

We offer personalized service and the best quality and price.

Holly Blackett

Message Board expert, wonderful publicist & tremendous blogger

Hyatt Fairfax

Hosted our August Meeting

AFR Event Furnishings

Host of AFR Annual Showcase

ISES DC

Host of ISES DC iDEA 2011 Expo

Exhibit Imaging

Official signage sponsor

Stratford University

Hosted January Meeting

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