We are the Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA), a trade body representing the very best contractors and suppliers of goods and services to the UK’s thriving events industry.
With a focus on health and safety, ESSA drives excellence across the industry and shares best practice with its membership while providing a platform for education and business development.
With our members, who sit at the centre of the events community both in the UK and overseas, we are the collective voice of the supplier and services sector inside and outside of the business events industry.
FIND OUT MORE>>>Working with an ESSA member comes with a quality assurance that your customers will receive the best possible service.
Stand out from the crowd with ESSA Accredited Status, an annual company-level qualification designed to demonstrate a commitment to the highest standards of health & safety benchmarks.
ESSA is committed to providing market-leading training and development opportunities to members.
ESSA’s supportive and inspirational community helps our members develop and benefit from shared best practice, seek new opportunities, overcome challenges and address industry issues.
Exhibitors, organisers and venues can access a supplier directory containing a full list of ESSA members. Available on the ESSA, AEO and AEV websites.
Access a wealth of support including the most up-to-date rules and regulations via a dedicated helpline, online resources and email communications.
Tailor your ESSA membership to your needs by providing us with your top three objectives and we will create your personalised account management plan.
Access a range of products and services at preferential member rates designed to help save money and time and put money back into your business.
Every member is required to sign our Quality Service Charter and Code of Conduct, a commitment and promise to adhere to codes of best practice and provide the highest level of professional service.
Every new member is asked to provide a verified reference from an ESSA, AEO or AEV member and a recent client.
Members must provide proof of full insurance along with the previous 12 months of accounts for vetting.
In the event of a member defaulting under contract, the ESSA Bond is an insurance policy that will seek to recompense any loss incurred by the client (exhibitor, organiser or fellow member). *Subject to terms and conditions.
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Read MoreThe Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA) is a trade body representing the very best contractors and suppliers of goods and services to the UK’s thriving events industry.