IFES Press Releases
EACA & IFES Sign Collaboration Agreement
As of May 30, 2024, EACA and IFES have come together to form a Strategic Partnership arrangement for three years. Jim Wurm, EACA Executive Director and Steve Riches, IFES Board Director signed the mutual agreement while both were participating in the ECA Legislative...
🌟 Exciting Times Ahead at the IFES World Summit! 🌟
We're thrilled to welcome a dynamic lineup of speakers to this year's IFES World Summit, each expertly navigating the theme " Sailing the Seas of Innovation." The golden thread underpinning all of this year's presentations and workshops is the need to adapt to change...
Meet Irina Schilling
Meet Irina Schilling, the newest member of our IFES Management Office Team! With a background in tourism and extensive experience in accounting, Irina brings a unique perspective and valuable skills to our team. Originally drawn to the international sector during her...
ISO20121 Training Convoy 4 to start after Summer Break
ISO 20121, created especially for sustainability within the events industry, is likely to become the sector’s future “license to operate.” Knowing that the implementation can seem rather complex, IFES and fwd. offer a...
Collaboration in Action: IFES Members Vision and Z3 Deliver Seamless Experience at WoCoVA Prague
In the dynamic world of exhibitions and events, collaboration is not just a buzzword; according to the International Federation of Exhibition and Events Services (IFES) it's the cornerstone of success. A recent collaboration between IFES members Vision...
Sailing into Innovation: The 2024 IFES World Summit Sets Course for Change
Discover the Future of Exhibition Excellence in the Heart of Málaga, Spain Málaga, a city renowned for its picturesque landscapes, rich cultural heritage and start-up spirit is set to host the 2024 International Federation of Exhibition Services (IFES) World Summit....
fwd: and IFES launch third convoy for certification to the ISO20121 sustainability standard
fwd: Bundesvereinigung Veranstaltungswirtschaft e.V. and IFES, International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services, have launched the third convoy for certification in accordance with the ISO20121 sustainability standard. Eleven member companies from the...
IFES Education Committee Leads the Charge in Cultivating International Exhibition Excellence with MasterClass 2024 – North America
The International Federation of Exhibition Services (IFES) is dedicated to advancing excellence and innovation in the exhibition industry through a series of educational initiatives. Under the leadership of the IFES Education Committee, these initiatives aim to...
Meet Maggie Hogie – IFES Project Manager
New to the IFES Management Office is Maggie Hogie, who steps into the Project Manager role this month, bringing a strategic mindset and flexible approach refined by a diverse experience in event co-ordination, project management and management of diverse Esport teams...
Join us at the IMEX Joint Association Partners Next Gen Workshop
IMEX Joint Association Partners Next Gen Workshop Date and Time: Monday 13th May 2024, 13:00-17:00 Location: Frankfurt Airport Sheraton Hotel IFES is collaborating with IAPCO, AMC Institute and AIPC to bring together a collaborative network for ambitious young...
IFES and fwd: Announce New ISO 20121 Training Convoy for Members
Helping Exhibition and Events Industry Professionals Embrace Sustainable Practices In response to the escalating demand for sustainable practices within the Exhibition and Events industry, the International Federation of Exhibition and Events Services (IFES) and the...
International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services and Greek Meetings Alliance Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate Global Meetings and Exhibitions Industry
Brussels, 13 November, 2023 – The global meetings and events industry thrives on collaboration among organisations and stakeholders. In this spirit, the International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) and the Greek Meetings Alliance (GMA) have...
International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services and Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance Announce New Partnership
WASHINGTON, DC / BRUSSELS—The Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA) and International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) are pleased to announce a new partnership focused on global collaboration and knowledge sharing. ECA and IFES strongly...
IFES Masterclass 2023: Shaping Tomorrow’s Exhibition Leaders
The exhibitions industry is at a pivotal juncture, and IFES is celebrating the return of the IFES MasterClass in November. Under the theme "Future-proof your career in Exhibitions," the 2023 MasterClass is set to empower the next generation of exhibition professionals...
IFES Announces Exclusive Study Trip to Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan.
The International Federation of Exhibitions and Event Services (IFES) is excited to unveil an extraordinary opportunity for those IFES members passionate about exhibition innovation and culture. In collaboration with our National Association member, fwd, we are proud...
Introducing Anna Kramer to the IFES Management Team
We are thrilled to introduce Anna Kramer as the newest addition to the IFES team in the role of Assistant Project Manager. Anna's background and attributes make her an invaluable asset to our organisation. Anna is currently in her second year of pursuing a degree in...
IFES Masterclass 2023: Going Carbon Neutral for a Sustainable Future
In an age where sustainability is no longer just a buzzword but a genuine concern, the International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) is leading the way in the exhibition industry. Their commitment to measuring and offsetting the carbon footprint of...
Looking to the future with the IFES Masterclass of 2023
Future-Proof Your Career After a period where the Exhibitions Industry has been preoccupied with the demands of the remarkable recovery of face-to-face exhibitions, IFES is thrilled to announce that the Education Committee knowledge-sharing program kicks off with the...
A Meeting of Minds – Richmond American University London & IFES
Welcoming Miriane Nunes-Gnau to the IFES Management Team
Join us in welcoming Miriane Nunes-Gnau, IFES Project Manager to the IFES Management Office from September. Brazilian-born Miriane’s native language is Portuguese, with additional fluency in English and Spanish and German, perfect for IFES’ international flavour. She...
IFES Looks to Asian Markets to “Expand Horizons”
With the International Federation of Exhibition and Events Services (IFES) poised to increase membership, particularly in under-represented regions, the choice of Singapore as the host destination for the 24th edition of the IFES World Summit in June 2023 is...
Lessons from a Pandemic
The IFES Board - Evolving to embrace a new future We are seeing meaningful recovery within the Exhibition and Events Industry, and we are starting a new year with enthusiasm and hope for a brighter future. Our IFES Board reflects on what the experiences of the past...
IFES – Carbon Offsetting for the Future
Many stakeholders in the events and exhibitions industry have pledged to meet the goal of net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 in line with the Net Zero Carbon Events movement and the Paris Agreement on climate neutrality. IFES has pledged to this...
IDIA Awards – All the Winners
For the second time, and during EuroShop 2023, IFES is honouring outstanding Innovations and Developments with its IDIA Awards. These awards follow the trade fair cycle and will next be announced at EuroShop 2026. The IFES Development + Innovation Award (IDIA)...
Targeting Net Zero Carbon Events
Many stakeholders in the events and exhibitions industry have pledged to meet the goal of net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 in line with the Net Zero Carbon Events movement and the Paris Agreement on climate neutrality, but the industry is adapting at...