Proud to be IFES
Global collaboration network
IFES directly represents nearly 20,000 exhibition and event service industry employees globally and works closely with its 12 national association members to facilitate opportunities for gaining knowledge and expanding global cooperation of its more than 300 registered members from 46 countries around the globe.
We believe that “Working Local” is the solution to a sustainable work ethic. Wherever in the world your event is, an IFES partner can assist, doing away with the need for transport and logistics and reducing your carbon footprint and environmental impact.
Jörg Zeissig
IFES President
Dear fellow IFES Members,
Dear Friends,
As we step into a new year together, I am truly honoured and humbled to serve you as the President of the International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services. This role comes with immense responsibility, and I am excited to embrace the opportunities that lie ahead of us as we pave the way for a brighter, more collaborative future.
In the coming year, our focus will be on transforming our past experiences and the information we have collected into relevant solutions for our global community. We want to make things happen through collaboration—both within our community and with our industry partners along the entire value chain. Our community, with its unique diversity of expertise and shared commitment to excellence, has continually shown resilience and creativity in addressing the challenges of our industry. By pooling our resources, sharing insights, and fostering open communication and transparency, we can create innovative solutions to the challenges we face in the ever-evolving landscape of exhibitions and events.
I am delighted to invite you to support the idea of IFES as a solutions-provider, incorporating the invaluable experience and perspective that each of you brings to our community on an ongoing basis. It is through our collective efforts that we will achieve remarkable outcomes.
Change is not only inevitable but also natural and necessary for progress. While it is not always enjoyable, as we navigate through a dynamic environment without a clear view of what lies ahead, we must remain adaptable and proactive. Let’s continue to embrace change as we challenge the status quo and lead the way in promoting excellence, education, sustainability, and advocacy in the exhibition and event industry worldwide.
Finally, it is essential that we focus on future-proofing our association. As we look ahead, we will prioritise sustainable practices and innovative technologies that not only meet today’s needs but also anticipate the demands of tomorrow. By investing in the future, we can ensure that our work continues to resonate and make an impact for generations to come. We are mandated to make changes happen. I look forward to working with each and every one of you to support this idea of a collaborative community serving our clients in a sustainable manner.
I am eager to embark on this journey with all of you. Let us unite with a shared vision and commitment to excellence as we strive to make the International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services a beacon of collaboration, transformation, and forward-thinking in the field of exhibitions and events.
As a valued member, your insights and contributions are essential to our collective success. Together, we will strengthen our network, unlocking new opportunities for the future and becoming even more relevant to our partners and clients.