MEMA’s Elizabeth Goad Earns Certification in Exhibition Management

Research Triangle Park, N.C. – MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, is proud to announce that Elizabeth Goad, executive director of events and meetings, has earned her Certification in Exhibition Management (CEM) designation. First created in 1975, the distinction was developed to raise professional standards in the event industry and is a premier mark of professional achievement.

To earn her CEM, Elizabeth completed nine courses and exams over the course of three years on topics relevant to current trends and operations of the exhibition management industry.

In her role at MEMA, Elizabeth oversees nearly 300 in-person and virtual events each year including MEMA’s co-ownership of AAPEX, a Trade Show Executive’s Gold 100 Award winning trade show, which historically has boasted 5,450 booths, 33 pavilions, and 49,000 attendees from over 110 countries.

“Elizabeth’s commitment to ongoing education and professional development is reflected in the superior level of quality members find in MEMA’s events. The hard work that Elizbeth has put in to achieve the CEM designation also serves as an example of living MEMA’s core values: member-centric, mission-driven, and seeking excellence,” commented Bill Long, CEO, MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association. “We are proud of Elizabeth and congratulate her on her hard work on this accomplishment.”

More information about the certification in exhibition management can be found here.

About MEMA

MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, is the leading trade association in North America for vehicle suppliers, parts manufacturers, and remanufacturers. It has been the voice of the vehicle supplier industry since 1904. Its more than 1,000 members are Strong by Association.

Companies join MEMA via two membership groups: MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers and MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers. Automotive and commercial vehicle suppliers are the largest manufacturing sector in the United States and lead the way in new vehicle innovations.

Members conceive, design, and manufacture the OE systems and technologies that make up two-thirds of the value of every vehicle and supply the aftermarket with the parts that keep millions of vehicles on the road, fueling international commerce and meeting society’s transportation needs. MEMA members are committed to safety and sustainability.

MEMA has offices in Southfield, Mich.; Research Triangle Park, N.C.; and Washington, D.C. Learn more at MEMA.org.