IASB Annual Convention & Trade Show

That's a wrap on our 73rd Annual Convention! You can re-live the action by checking out our 2018 convention highlights, where you will find links to keynote speaker videos (sign-in required), event photos, tweets, Better Boardsmanship Award recipients, student performances and more!

For education session handouts, digital presentations and sponsor information, visit SCHED.

Submit proposals for presentations & Student Talent

Planning for another powerful IASB Convention is underway! Would you like to be involved in this year’s event? You can now submit your presentation proposals and student talent applications!
 

Submit Your Presentation Proposal

We are currently seeking high quality presentation proposals for the 74th Annual IASB Convention set for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019. Does your organization have a great story to tell, or vital information to help board members succeed? If so, we invite you to submit a presentation proposal.

The deadline to submit a presentations proposal is Tuesday, May 28, 2019.


 

Save the Date

Mark your calendars! Our 74th Annual Convention will be held November 20-21, 2019 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines! Be sure to check this page periodically for more information on keynote speakers, sessions, key dates, lodging and deadlines. See you next year!

Submit Your Student Talent Application  

Showcasing musically talented Iowa public students is an important and inspiring part of the IASB Annual Convention! Watch last year’s extraordinary performances by the Clear Creek Amana Cantores Chamber Choir and Harlan Jazz Experience. Interested? This could be your chance to showcase your students’ abilities!

The deadline for application is Tuesday, June 12, 2019.


 

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Attendees


2018 CONVENTION HIGHLIGHTS
Re-live the action of IASB's 73rd Annual Convention! You'll have access to keynote speaker videos (sign-in required), session handouts, event photos, #IASB18 tweets and more!

KEYNOTE SPEAKER VIDEOS
Watch the keynote speaker presentations all over again! For IASB members only; requires user to log in to view videos.

HANDOUTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Access handouts and presentations from 2018 education sessions via SCHED today.

DELEGATE ASSEMBLY
Save the Date! The next Delegate Assembly will be held on Nov. 20, 2019, in conjunction with our 74th Annual Convention!

IASB members come to participate in the Annual Meeting, set the Legislative Platform, and select candidates for the IASB Board of Directors in selected regions.

2019 CONVENTION LODGING
Hotel room blocks will open Aug. 7. Questions? Contact Lou Ann Gvist.

CONVENTION CONTACTS
Have questions about IASB'S Convention? We can help! Contact us regarding programming, registration, the trade show, marketing, the Delegate Assembly, billing and more.

Exhibitors


2019 IASB CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW
Reach Iowa's educational market by exhibiting at the state's largest education tradeshow! Learn more about exhibiting, sponsorship and advertising opportunities.

EXHIBITOR PORTAL
Returning exhibitors have first priority until May 10. New and returning exhibitors will be able to create a profile and submit your contract, view the floorplan and manage your exhibitor console.


Convention attendees earn
20 Better Boardsmanship credits!

Learn more about
Better Boardsmanship Awards