Dear members and friends,

The beginning of the year has been a very interesting and challenging moment for IFES. We have been able to transform into facts, the concepts that were developed over the end of last year: the change in the membership structure. We are now proud to represent 7 national Associations and 70 companies worldwide, with a promise to increase that number to more than a 100! Every single one of them is now a full member of IFES!

Although we are very happy about this, we shouldn’t stop here. New exciting times are coming ahead. On the internal front, our Presidium has started implementing the new governing structure, with the creation of thematic committees. Our aim is to increase your involvement, and prepare the future of IFES.

The newly formed committees will see their chairpersons sit at the Board of Directors, and directly influence the way our Association functions.

IFES will now be able to approach the different aspects of our industry as separate issues, and increase its representation.

2010 is also the year of the World Expo of Shanghai, the best example of what our industry is about. IFES will therefore be there for its General Assembly and Convention on the 23rd and 24th of June. We have to keep abreast of new developments, new markets, and new business opportunities. What better way to do so than by giving you the possibility to join us in a one week study tour of the World Expo, and join the IFES convention?

Mark your agendas!

Let’s not wait for us to meet, we now also provide great ways of interacting. Make sure you list your company on Expopedia, the virtual platform for business awareness and development. Keep up to date with your colleagues and friends in the industry by joining our LinkedIn group. This is what IFES is about: Sharing Knowledge.

Kind regards

 

Moreno Zaccarelli

IFES President

Do you want to contribute to the future of your industry?

Now is your chance!

We are welcoming dedicated individuals to be part of our newly created committees:

• Planning and strategy
• Membership
• Marketing & Business Development
• National Associations
• Health & Safety and Regulations
• Education
• Environment & Sustainability
• Statistics
• Past Presidents Council

Are you interested in one of the groups above? Do you think you can dedicate time and energy to address one of these topics with your IFES colleagues? Then contact us.

The IFES secretariat office will be happy to inform you of the ins and outs of the role we want you to play.

This is a great opportunity to get your priorities on top of the IFES agenda.

Annual General Assembly will take place on Wednesday the 23rd of June

Convention will follow on Thursday the 24th of June.

We have extended our offer, and now also give you the possibility to only attend the IFES AGM and convention only.

Book you participation before April 16th, and we will be able to help you book accommodation in a 5*****-Hotel (Bed & Breakfast).

CNY1300 (140 Euros) with 1 breakfast

CNY1450 (160 Euros) with 2 breakfast for Deluxe Room

For filling the registration form, click here

The full FAMAB/IFES study trip package is still available. It includes:

Sat., 19 June 2010 

Departure to Shanghai

Sun., 20 June 2010

Arrival in Shanghai, shuttle to the hotel time on your own, in the evening: Welcome dinner

21 until 23 June 2010 

Visiting the EXPO, guided tours through several selected pavilions including lunch or dinner

Wednesday Evening

IFES AGM and special IFES Dinner from our local hosts

Thur., 24 June 2010

IFES Convention

Fri., 25 June 2010    

Visiting the EXPO, guided tours through several selected pavilions.

In the evening: farewell dinner

Sat., 26 June 2010                    

Day on your own, evening departures

All of this in a convenient Delegate Package:

• Accommodation in 5*****-Hotel (Bed & Breakfast) for 6 nights,
• 4 Day Expo Visit incl. VIP- Programme,
• IFES AGM and Convention programme speakers
• Transfers
• meals
• travel cancellation expenses insurance (Covering 80%) 

The package fee is 2850 Euros all of the above included.

For more information about the World Expo, click on the Logo below.

We are pleased to introduce Juan Cabrera-Clerget who has joined our team and will take on the role of Executive Director of  IFES.

Juan is a French national, based here in Brussels and speaks French, English, Spanish and German. He comes to IFES with a background in Association Management, in particular 5 years experience as Executive Secretary for an International Association with a particular focus on Education and Training.

Juan also has recent experience as Head of External Relations for a higher education institute which is part of the University of Brussels. In one of his earlier positions, Juan was also responsible for planning and attending trade fairs as an exhibitor.

With his background and skills in Association Management, relationship management and communications, we are sure he will be an excellent addition to our team and an excellent resource for IFES. Juan will be in contact with all of you soon to introduce himself personally.

The core IFES team in Brussels from February 8th is:

• Juan Cabrera-Clerget, Executive Director
• Rui Ribeiro, Project Coordinator

You still reach your IFES team on Tel: +32 2 627 0163 / info@ifesnet.com

Moreno Zaccarelli

IFES President

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