CEM Course: Floor Plan Development

  • Thursday, March 12, 2026
  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • The International Centre, Mississauga, ON

Registration

  • Please contact the CAEM office with your IAEE membership number and you will be provided a code to register.

    Email info@caem.ca


Taught by practicing industry professionals, the CEM program offers an experiential  learning environment that appeals to all levels of experience whether you are new to the exhibition industry or a seasoned professional looking to expand your knowledge.  The CEM designation is a globally recognized and respected certification that demonstrates expertise and professional credibility.  

The in person courses offered by CAEM in conjunction with IAEE provide a unique educational and networking opportunity that can be taken as stand alone courses. If you are enrolled in the CEM program, considering enrolling, or are a CEM in need of recertification credits, registering for this course will help you to achieve your professional goals. 

Floor Plan Development
Thursday, March 12, 2026 -  8:30am - 4:30pm

The International Centre

Instructor: Mike Klemm, CEM

A well-designed floor plan or layout is critical to the success of an exhibition or event. In a rapidly changing business environment, a floor plan must meet the logistical needs of exhibitors and sponsors and the shopping habits of attendees with sufficient flexibility to adjust for growth or consolidation.

After completing this course, the participant should be able to:

  • Define elements of a successful floor plan
  • Analyze an exhibition’s target market and industry segment to develop a floor plan that meets both exhibitor and attendee needs
  • Identify factors that impact traffic flow on a floor plan to accommodate all populations of attendees
  • Identify the most common booths/stands used in a typical floor plan
  • Gain an understanding of safety protocols and procedures as they relate to floor plan development
  • Create a floor plan that incorporates the unique features of a venue or facility
  • Understand and evaluate technology options and tools to maximize, traffic flow, sales, and sponsorships
  • Identify various space assignment systems and how they affect the design of a floor plan
  • Analyze and evaluate past and current floor plans to identify sources of improvement and enhancements to future floor plans

EVENT AGENDA (schedule subject to change)

8:00 am - 8:30 am - Course Check-In/Coffee

8:30 am - 10:00 am - Program

10:00 am - 10:15 am - Morning Break

10:15 am - 12:00 pm - Program

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm - Lunch (on your own)

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm - Program

2:00 pm - 2:15 pm - Afternoon Break

2:15 pm - 3:30 pm - Program

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm - Self Study

4:00 - 5:00 pm - Exam (Optional)

Finding the Virgo Room at The International Centre