Never more than in the current climate are we as members seeing the benefits of belonging to IELA. They have always been the industries reference point for issues such as best practice, compliance, training and networking but the leadership and vision they are currently demonstrating during the COVID-19 is inspiring. The #togetherstrong social media campaign quickly galvanised the members both in providing support and solidarity but more crucially by raising awareness to other industry stakeholders and influencers. Whilst the IELA RELOAD Programme has seen members across the world collaborate in creating robust virtual dialogue (courtesy of our new best friend Zoom) attempting to seek innovation and a roadmap to recovery. Our industry will bounce back and I look forward to working with the IELA secretariat and members across the many working groups, training opportunities and networking function the association provides. It’s hard to believe it’s only 35 years ago a handful of visionaries set out their idea of creating an event logistics trade association in an attempt to bring together a community and raise standards but fast forward it’s now equally difficult to believe the individual members can live without membership of this dynamic organisation.
IELA , association strong of several years of existence is an active group where everybody really feel like a member inside a family because solidarity is the spirits key working world
Its regulars Visio-conference lately for the movement #togetherSTRONG to face against the hard Covids crisis we are all facing in the exhibition industry are a prove of it!
They do not stayed with arms folded waiting what will happen just listening members saying how difficult was the economic position, no ,they decided to act with working group in which everybody feel free to express itself because IELA have just one goal: to make everything possible for its members to find all together any possible solutions to thwart the difficult actual situation !
It make several years I know IELA , member now, IELA has shown me, as usual, she is very active making each partner feeling attentively listened for so different as are the ideas of each participants because differences of opinion give rise to the best ideas!
IELA is not a simple association for me but a unique association !!
What is IELA doing for the global exhibition logistics industry?
IELA is the face of the global exhibition logistics industry and goes to extraordinary measures to ensure all members are always kept up to date with industry news, developments, new strategies and everything that a member might need to know about.
What are the benefits you have from being an IELA member?
As an IELA member, we have peace of mind knowing that we have a connection to the global exhibition logistics industry. We have a place where we can find out about new happenings and we have an industry association that always has our best interests at heart.
How did IELA develop over the past 35 years?
Through our time being associated with IELA, we have only seen them grow from strength to strength. They have found new ways to be innovative, and have shown how worthy they are of their association within the industry. IELA has become most of the most reliable and trustworthy associations we could be aligned with.
How did you experience the #togethertstrong campaign on social media?
The #togetherstrong campaign was an incredible idea from IELA. It showed how so many different members of our industry stood together during a very trying time, remained positive, and showed that the only way we can overcome a challenge is by sticking together.
Do you benefit from the IELA RELOAD Programme?
We definitely found the IELA RELOAD Programme to be very beneficial during the pandemic, and it allowed many members to come together, again, and to combat this together. It was an incredibly educational move from IELA as well, and we look forward to seeing more.
What is IELA doing for the global exhibition logistics industry?
Well, we are already doing a lot and we always want to do more as we think we can do more. It is a nonstop job working on projects that can make our industry stronger, united to face challenges as we live today with COVID-19.
We are:
connecting peers that have the same high level of service; providing tools for our members to improve their business and their skills building bridges with other stakeholders of the event industry, making evident why having an IELA member as logistic partner is the right choice
What benefits do you have from being an IELA member?
Being an IELA member, I can develop partnerships with the best event freight forwarders on this planet. IELA is an incredible content provider, allowing my team and I to have access through learning/ training programmes. IELA has an important advocacy function in our industry.
How did IELA develop over the past (35) years?
IELA started as a small group of companies to a global association. IELA today is plural, no gender, no nationality. The hard work of the founders, through those that carry it on and still keep “quality, not quantity”, makes IELA a reference in the entire event industry. Of course that puts more weight on our shoulders never to be satisfied and never to accommodate ourselves with the current situation but keep looking to the future.
How do you experience the #togetherstrong campaign on social media?
This campaign is a game-changer for many, if not for all, of us as members. #togetherstrong is showing us that if we stick together, put our brains to work, if we share opinions & experiences, we can overcome any crisis. And the best part of it: #togetherstrong is not limited to our members, but to the entire event community.
Do you benefit from the IELA RELOAD Programme, which was created to help you during the COVID-19 pandemic?
IELA Reload Programme is our fuel to make the day. As Elizabeth Niehaus, our dear Secretariat and I keep saying, feeling sorry and lamenting won’t take us anywhere. We have to reboot our minds, make space for new ideas or reshape ideas to keep us existing as EVENT FREIGHT FORWARDERS, PROFESSIONALS and HUMAN BEINGS.
What is IELA doing for the global exhibition logistics industry?
Being part of an association that acts as the one voice for an industry is essential for any successful company. Today’s reality in the exhibition industry is a perfect example of that fact. Right from the beginning IELA was there, hosting the first talks between the Industry and European policy makers, contributing to the Industry’s guideline for safe exhibitions of the future and now again with their campaign Reload, giving us all a boost of energy and a platform to exchange ideas.
What are the benefits you have from being an IELA member?
I benefit form the lobby work they do. It also serves as a platform to meet the representatives of global exhibition freight forwarders which is very valuable in our day to day business.
How did IELA develop over the past (35) years?
I only joined three years ago so that is difficult to say. I experience it as an energetic association with many initiatives and a great spirit of cooperation and collaboration.
How do you experience the #togetherstrong campaign on social media?
Very powerful message and the feedback doming from all sides of the Exhibition industry spectrum is a clear indication of its success.
Do you benefit from the IELA RELOAD Programme, which was created to help you during the COVID-19 pandemic?
This is a challenging time where it is trial and error for all of us, RELOAD offers a perfect opportunity to bounce of ideas and also to simply keep each other spirits high.
What is IELA doing for the global exhibition logistics industry?
During this pandemic, we have taken the lead, taken action to control our destiny, while many others have adopted a "wait and see" attitude.
What are the benefits you have from being an IELA member?
As IELA members, we have a true sense of community and cooperation. We are a strong network of experts and professionals that work together to maintain industry standards and are constantly striving to improve our association and the industry.
How did IELA develop over the past (35) years?
We have grown from a small group of insightful individuals to a global organization that contributes to the growth of the exhibition world. We have gone from infancy to a well respected "grand dame" of the industry, promoting standards, integrity and cooperation.
How do you experience the #togetherstrong campaign on social media?
The #togetherstrong campaign is a groundbreaking format and has garnered a high volume of interest both inside and outside of our association. It is a true reflection of our commitment to the industry.
Do you benefit from the IELA RELOAD Programme, which was created to help you during the COVID-19 pandemic?
The IELA RELOAD programme provides us with energy and positivity and promotes us all to take whatever action we can in these times. Providing education, information sharing and support. There is no definitive recipe for this unprecedented situation, but together we are working to make a difference and come back stronger.
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