FESPA named Organiser Team of the Year by AEO

Well-known in the print industry for delivering world-class exhibitions across multiple regions, FESPA’s significant efforts and professionalism as an event organiser have been formally recognised through FESPA being named as the Organiser Team of the Year at the recent Association of Event Organisers (AEO) prestigious AEO Excellence Awards.

Neil Felton, CEO, FESPA, says: “This award-win reflects the collective efforts of our team, our members and our wider community, all of whom play a vital role in making FESPA what it is today. Our global team consistently go above and beyond to deliver exceptional events for the print sector and its related industries.”

In its award submission, FESPA demonstrated growth in visitor numbers, exhibitor satisfaction and engagement for its exhibitions across its global event portfolio. The events consistently achieved high levels of decision-maker attendance, as well as commercial returns for participating exhibitors.

Beyond the delivery of its global exhibitions, FESPA has also taken steps to operate more sustainably, thereby leading by example and holding itself accountable. This year, it obtained ISO 20121:2024 for Sustainable Event Management, following ISO 20121:2012 certification in 2025. FESPA also achieved year on year CO₂e reductions between its 2024 and 2025 exhibitions.

Felton adds: “What makes FESPA different is our purpose-led approach, as everything we do is rooted in our mission to ‘Connect, Inspire and Support’ our global community. Our events drive commercial success for our exhibitors and partners, yet also create lasting impact on communities in need through initiatives such as the FESPA Foundation.”

Through its Profit for Purpose programme, FESPA reinvests 100% of its event profits back into its global print community via its global Association network. In addition, the FESPA Foundation generates educational resources for schools and communities in need with excess materials printed at FESPA exhibitions. Since its launch in 2025, the FESPA Foundation has supported schools in South Africa and Brazil by donating resources, funding and infrastructure improvements that have directly benefited more than 1,000 students.

FESPA also facilitates and supports knowledge-sharing for its global community. It runs insight-led conference programmes alongside its global exhibitions, which are designed to help attendees adapt to changing market demands, as well as learn about trends, insights and opportunities for growth.

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