Category: Blog
Navigating Change, Shaping What’s Next
Dear IFES Community, We find ourselves in a moment that demands two things at once: clarity of direction and discipline in execution. The pace of change across our industry is not slowing, but accelerating. And …
Introducing Roger Lehner – Better Stands Project Manager
Better Stands is pleased to announce the appointment of Roger Lehner as its new Project Manager, taking on the role officially from 1 May 2026. Roger joins Better Stands with a background that is especially …
Introducing Luisa Allegra – IFES Membership Manager
IFES is pleased to welcome Luisa to the team as Membership Manager. Luisa brings more than 20 years of professional experience, beginning her career in the exhibition and event industry with Koelnmesse in Cologne before …
IFES Ambassador Highlight – Dianne Leedham
IFES Asia-Pacific Ambassador, Dianne Leedham, recently represented the federation at key industry gatherings in Melbourne, contributing to both the ABEA Conference (December 2025) and the AIME Leaders Forum (February 2026), strengthening IFES’ visibility and engagement …
The Future in Focus
Dear fellow IFES Members, Dear Friends, Our industry has always thrived on innovation, adaptability, and the exchange of ideas across borders. Today, the pace of change we are facing demands something more deliberate: a conscious …
Stronger Together: The Power of Our Global Community
Dear fellow IFES Members, It was a pleasure for me to see many of you at EuroShop 2026 in Düsseldorf. Once again, EuroShop reminded us of something fundamental about our industry: progress happens when we …
From Presence to Influence: IFES on the Global Stage
Dear Fellow IFES Members,Dear Friends, Every three years, EuroShop Düsseldorf becomes more than a trade fair. It becomes the global stage for our industry and for our community. The long-lasting partnership with EuroShop & Messe …
IFES Ambassador Highlight
IFES LATAM Ambassador Annelize Hochmann and IFES President Jörg Zeissig proudly represented our federation at the UBRAFE Experience Expo from 8–10 December, strengthening IFES’ visibility and deepening engagement across the LATAM region. The visit began …
IFES Membership Committee News
The IFES Membership Committee is delighted to begin the year with exciting news and renewed energy. Over the past four months, our team has proudly welcomed two new members : Johannes Siems and Ralph-Thomas Becker, …OUR MEDIA PARTNERS
