The AEO is open to all companies that organise trade and consumer events and exhibitions.
Its mission:
The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) is the trade body representing companies which conceive, create, develop, manage, market, sponsor, supply or service trade exhibitions and consumer events. It is run by its members for the benefit of its members through an elected council of representatives, specialist working groups and a fulltime secretariat.
AEV membership is open to all venues that house trade and/or consumer events and exhibitions.
Its mission:
The Association of Event Venues (AEV) is an organisation serving an established event venue community, focused on creating and driving platforms that service fundamental industry needs.
Contractors and suppliers of goods and services to the exhibition industry
Cost:
£1,400
Its mission:
Event Suppliers and Services Association (ESSA) is the trade association representing contractors and suppliers of goods and services to the exhibitions & events industry. ESSA will endeavour, through its products and services, to improve business performance of its members.
Companies that design, promote, host and manage events for employee, business and consumer audiences. These include live communications agencies; conference and incentive travel organisers; producers of experiential marketing activity; performance improvement companies; and corporate hospitality agencies.
Members:
267
Cost:
£100 admin cost + annual subscription fee, dependent on category/size of organisation
Its mission:
Eventia exists to deliver value to its members and their clients by providing: a conduit for the exchange of ideas and expertise in event management through training, education and events, a centre of excellence providing commentary, guidance and advice on all legal and other regulatory issues affecting members’ businesses, a point of contact for corporate event planners seeking impartial guidance on supplier selection, a forum for the exchange of non-competitive information, a marketing channel for the promotion of the events industry, a central representative body to put the views of event management companies to government departments and agencies, Parliament, the European Commission and Parliament, and other relevant organisations, networking events and introductions between event organiser and partner members and recognition of excellence through Awards programmes
International Exhibition Logistics Associates (IELA)
Suppliers of specialist event logistics services to the global industry
Members:
113 in 44 countries
Cost:
First year – Swiss Francs 10,200, then annually Swiss Francs 3,200
Its mission:
To establish standards of performance for contractors involved in the physical movement of material to and from an exhibition site, as well as for contractors providing customs clearance, lifting, handling, trucking and storage services on-site. To establish a general database which eventually will provide the membership with a schedule of international exhibitions categorised by both country and industry, the temporary and permanent import regulations, temporary and permanent customs regulations by country, as well as floor plans of the major exhibition venues around the world. To provide formal liaison between those involved in the transportation of exhibits and associated industries such as show organisers, exhibit designers and stand builders. To allow each member to develop a worldwide network of reliable contractors, able to provide the services required by their clients. To establish an environment which fosters general discussion and the exchange of experiences. To provide information on the industry for those who may have just entered it or may be considering entering it. To facilitate the transfer of both voice and data communications by keeping abreast with the latest advances in the telecommunication industry.
International Special Events Society (ISES) UK Chapter
Caterers, meeting planners, decorators, event planners, AV suppliers, party and convention coordinators, educators, journalists, hotel and venue managers and many more professional disciplines.
Members:
5,500 (worldwide)
Cost:
£299 per year
Its mission:
The mission of ISES is to educate, advance and promote the special events industry and its network of professionals along with related industries. To that end, we strive to uphold the integrity of the special events profession to the general public through our Principles of Professional Conduct and Ethics. It wishes to acquire and disseminate useful business information, foster a spirit of cooperation among its members and other special events professionals and cultivate high standards of business practices.
Local authorities, show organisers, event management companies, promoters, venues, suppliers of equipment and services, entertainment agencies and other practitioners from the world of outdoor events
Members:
500 (worldwide)
Cost:
From £6.50 per month
Its mission:
NOEA’s policy to educate, share problems and enhance professionalism and business opportunities clearly works. The regional workshops/ conferences and annual convention and tribute celebration evenings offer opportunities to find out about the latest developments – to learn about topical issues and to open debate, share information, network, meet new business contacts, renew old friendships and have some fun.
The Event Services Association (TESA) was launched in May 1990 and represents organisers, promoters and suppliers involved in the event industry throughout the UK. The association was originally established to promote good practice in the industry as well as to provide a focal point for information. However, it also recognises the need to support its members by promoting their businesses and interests.
