IDEA is a not-for-profit professional association for organizations in the Game and Event Presentation industry that is governed by an elected Executive Board with day-to-day operations conducted by office staff. The Standing Committees direct and make recommendations to the Board about the various segments of IDEA which they oversee. Members are encouraged to be active in the direction of IDEA by participating on one of the various committees or running for elected office.

ABOUT IDEA

IDEA GOVERNANCE.

WHO WE ARE
WHAT WE DO
OUR CORE VALUES

Founded in 1983, the Information Display & Entertainment Association is the leading professional association for members of the Game Presentation industry for over 40 years.

IDEA strives to foster, cultivate and raise the professional, educational, creative and technical standards of the industry by providing a forum for the exchange of ideas and information among its members.

IDEA is an inclusive organization that serves our stakeholders by providing growth opportunities to encourage innovation, creativity, passion and professionalism.

IDEA is a not-for-profit professional association for organizations in the Event Presentation industry that is governed by an elected Executive Board with day-to-day operations conducted by office staff. The Standing Committees direct and make recommendations to the Board about the various segments of IDEA which they oversee. Members are encouraged to be active in the direction of IDEA by participating on one of the various committees or running for elected office.

IDEA is committed to serving all our stakeholders. This includes our members, partners, their organizations and local communities.
IDEA is an inclusive, diverse and open-minded organization that respects all people and demonstrates that respect through our programming, outreach and service to others.
IDEA values innovation, creativity, passion and professionalism. We strive to raise the bar in each of these areas and encourage our members, partners and their parent organizations to do so as well.
IDEA exists to provide education, personal and professional growth and networking opportunities within the Event Entertainment business.

Executive Board

The Executive Board is elected by the membership in even numbered years and serve a two-year term. The positions of President, 1st Vice President, 2nd Vice President and Secretary will be chosen in 2024.

Advisory Committee

The Advisory Committee represents each of their respective breakout groups in addressing issues of particular concern to that group. Additionally, Advisory Reps set the agenda for their breakouts at the annual conference. They are elected by the members of their breakouts in odd numbered years and serve a two-year term.

Conference Content Committee

The Conference Content Committee (CCC) plans and executes the programming at the annual conference. To get involved contact Matt Jaques

Golden Matrix Awards Committee

The Golden Matrix Awards Committee (GMA) oversees the annual GMA competition, as well as planning the actual awards ceremony. To get involved contact Lina Martino or Jeff Lewis.

Hall of Fame Committee

The Hall of Fame Committee (HoF) oversees the election and induction of the Hall of Fame members.
For more information contact John Franzone or Aaron Buckles.

Inclusion & Outreach Committee

The Inclusion & Outreach Committee (I&O) conducts management sessions at the annual conference concerning issues of inclusion, offers an outreach program for students to introduce them to the industry and oversees the mentorship program. The Committee also oversees IDEA’s robust mentoring program. To get involved contact Derryl Myles.

Inspire the Passion Committee

The Inspire the Passion Committee (ITP) administers the Inspire the Passion Award competition, which recognizes outstanding interns in the industry. For more information contact Brandon Meier.

The Social and Marketing (SAM) Committee

The Social and Marketing (SAM) Committee plans and oversees the organization’s social marketing.