IELA will gather local stakeholders of the exhibition and event industry from the MENA and Western Africa region to discuss, from the inside, about what is needed to be done in Security and Safety in the region in order to protect our people and set standards.
The role of local actors is fundamental. They know their market and environment and have a comprehensive understanding of the benefits of security standards. Following the presentation of the IELA Security Guidelines, the IELA Operational Health & Safety Guidelines and the IELA Sustainability Guidelines, the association stages a forum on-site for local actors in the industry to discuss best practices in Morocco.
The subject for exchange and debate will be how the whole industry can implement higher standards of security to protect all staff involved in exhibitions at all stages of a project.
In its efforts to make a difference, IELA is committed to not only enforcing best practices in Exhibition Logistics and supporting the community of IELA members, but also to inspiring and maximizing mutual actions in the exhibition and event industry.
Organisers, venue owners, local institutions and associations are invited to join the discussion table and engage in working together to reduce the element of risk for people working in the exhibition industry.
The stage will be set to:
- MEET leaders of the exhibition industry in the MENA & Western African region
- STEER towards progress and boost high standards in Security, OH&S and Sustainability
- DEVELOP successful partnerships and collaboration with organisers, venue owners, associations and partners
Event location: Mövenpick Hotel Mansour Eddahbi, Marrakech, Morocco
Date: Monday, October 14th 2019
Timing: 16:00 – 20:00 hrs
Event Agenda:
| 16:00 | Event Registration & Welcome Cocktail |
| 16:30 | Welcome Message by IELA Chairman Vicki Bedi |
| 16:35 | Protecting Our People – Case Study & Best Practices in Morocco Presentation of the IELA Security, the IELA Operational Health & Safety and the IELA Sustainability Guidelines by Nicolas Rougerie from Timar, IELA Member from Morocco & Rachid Bensaber from ESI Group, Operations Expert in North Africa |
| 17:00 | Table Discussion: Protecting Our People Special MENA & Western Africa Region All participants are invited to join the discussion |
| 18:00 | Closing: Outlook on new Training and Certification Options |
| 18:30 | Informal networking & Cocktail reception |
Why MENA?
As the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) states, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is a diverse region, affected by economic and political transformations, but with a potential for added and more positive growth. It benefits from a privileged geographic location with access to large markets; a young and increasingly educated population and comparative advantages in several sectors such as manufacturing, renewable energies and tourism. MENA economies are implementing reforms to improve economic growth, governance structures, diversification, employment, private sector development and integrity.
In adherence with the commitments of IELA 2018-2020 Chairman, Vicki Bedi, in his first post-election editorial outlining primary goals, the expansion of IELA’s reach in until now unrepresented countries, and the enhancement of member benefits through increased regional and local level involvement, are fully targeted in these actions. Together we can make the difference!
IELA CONNECT is designed to build a bridge between IELA Members, organisers, venues, associations and press. Safety, Security & Sustainability are also your priorities? Contact the team & Join IELA CONNECT: Anne.at.iela.org
Let’s connect: Working together for a safer, more secure & sustainable exhibition industry!
Press Contact:
Ludivine Bastien
Communication
IELA
4, Rue Charles-Bonnet
1211 Geneva 12, Switzerland
ludivine.at.iela.org
