submitted by Robyn d’Alessandro, IFES
Brussels, Belgium – The International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) is proud to announce a new two-year strategic partnership with the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed at IMEX Frankfurt this month.
Bringing together two globally influential communities, the partnership connects IFES—representing leading providers of exhibition and event services, including design, AV, and technical production—with ICCA, whose network spans the breadth of the international association meetings sector. Together, these organisations operate in over 100 countries and represent thousands of professionals dedicated to delivering quality, driving innovation, and championing sustainability across the business events ecosystem.
ICCA’s CEO, Dr. Senthil Gopinath, stated: “This partnership with IFES reflects ICCA’s dedication to uniting all facets of the global events industry. Together, we’re not only expanding our reach, we’re also creating new opportunities for learning, innovation, and sustainable growth that will benefit our entire community.”
A cornerstone of this alliance is a shared focus on education and professional development, fostering collaboration between the two organisations and spotlighting innovation, sustainability, and emerging trends. ICCA and IFES will also exchange select research and educational resources to further enrich their respective communities.
Jörg Zeissig, President of IFES, stated: “Partnering with ICCA enables us to expand our global reach and takes a significant step forward in our mission to foster global collaboration across the various businesses within the exhibitions and events industry. By combining our resources and expertise, we aim to create innovative educational opportunities and advocate for sustainable practices that benefit our members worldwide.”
IFES looks forward to working with ICCA to shape the future of business events through shared knowledge, stronger partnerships, and a commitment to progress.
About IFES
The International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) connects professionals in the global exhibition and events industry through a trust-based network designed to inspire collaboration, drive innovation, and enable sustainable growth.
With a mission to promote collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and sustainable best practices, IFES supports its members through advocacy, training, and international networking opportunities. For more information on IFES visit www.ifes.org
About ICCA
The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) is a global community and knowledge hub for the international association meetings industry. Founded in 1963, ICCA specialises in the international association and governmental meetings sector, offering unrivalled data, education, and communication channels, as well as business development and networking opportunities. Today, ICCA is one of the most prominent organisations in – and advocates for – the world of international meetings. Initiatives such as the ICCA Association Community offers associations across the world education, connections, tools, and resources to help them organise more effective and successful meetings with the global network of ICCA member suppliers.
