ABOUT ESSA
We’re the Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA), a trade body representing the very best suppliers of goods and services to the events industry. With a focus on Health & Safety, education, business development and driving excellence and shared best practice, ESSA and our members sit at the centre of the events community both in the UK and overseas.
Having established ourselves over the last 10 years (merger of BECA & AEC 2007), with our members we are the collective voice of the supplier and services sector.
Industry Collaboration
EIA
A central information source, development of closer relationships and understanding between organisers, suppliers and venues - benefiting the industry as a whole.
FaceTime
An initiative to provide expertise and guidance for marketers and businesses, explaining why and how face-to-face marketing works and how to get the very best out of it.
Cross-Association Working Groups
The AEO, AEV and ESSA run working groups which every member has access to, discussing important industry issues such as HR, H&S, Sustainability and Technology.
WHY USE AN ESSA MEMBER
OPERATE AND COMPLY WITH THE QUALITY SERVICE CHARTER
Upon joining, every member must sign our Quality Service Charter and Code of Conduct which dictates the level of professional service and codes of best practices which must be adhered to.
Verified references from fellow members and customers
Each new member must have a reference from an ESSA/AEO or AEV member as well as a recent client. Each new application is then vetted by the membership before acceptance.
Fully insured and vetted.
Before joining, members must provide their full insurances and the last 12 months accounts for vetting.
ESSA Bond*
The ESSA Bond is our insurance policy that in the event of one of our members defaulting under contract, will seek to recompence the loss incurred by the client (exhibitor, organiser or fellow member). *ESSA Bond is subject terms and conditions.
NEWS FROM our MEMBERS
Joe Manby Limited wins world’s leading annual ocean energy event
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Read MoreJET Data - a secure, compliant data management solution for your events
With GDPR now in force, we understand how important it is to manage data in a secure and compliant system. ...
Read More8 REASONS TO JOIN ESSA
Appealing to your buyers
There are many reasons why event industry suppliers become part of the ESSA Community. High on the list is the confidence that buyers have in working with ESSA members.
Making the right connections
ESSA members have approved supplier listing on the ESSA, AEO and AEV websites which means buyers looking to find suppliers will do so.
Commitment to a stronger events industry
Membership is based on the practical provision of support, resources and benefits and at all times a standards led, professional approach is the underlying ethos behind what we do and how our members operate.
Technical help and operational support
ESSA provides members with a broad range of technical support, up to date rules and information via a dedicated helpline, web resource and email communications.
National support and Government recognition
ESSA is an official partner of the Britain for Events campaign, endorsed by the UK Government, its purpose is to promote Britain as a world class destination for events of all types.
Your individual goals via 1-2-1 account management
ESSA membership works specifically for you - give us three objectives for your first year which we will then use to tailor an individual account management plan.
Driven by standards and accountability
In a mixed marketplace, ESSA members are regarded as conscientious, professional and are kept up to date with the rules and regulations through the associations various working groups.
Money Back
In addition to the huge profile, networking and support benefits of ESSA membership there is all an impressive range of products and services aim to put money back into your business.
ESSA BLOG
Marketing your business: Why it doesn’t pay to join the "Blah, Blah, Blah" brigade
Content, there's so much out there and it's filling our screens large and small. Heck, you can't move for the ...
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How we really drive footfall to exhibition stands
As an experiential provider, at exhibitions we are happy to confess we obsess about footfall, and the right footfall, for ...
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Is Fire Safety Law Going to Change Post Grenfell?
A government review into fire legislation by Dame Judith Hackitt has called for ‘simplified and unambiguous’ regulations and guidance on ...
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Profit warning: Exhibitors are growing disillusioned with trade shows
What happens when the target market that you serve decides that they don’t like the product that your business ...
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What price a cup of coffee?
When you’re next offered a coffee at an exhibition or conference before you dispose of your cup take a ...
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Manslaughter Charges for Bouncy Castle Fatality
Two fairground workers have been found guilty of manslaughter by gross negligence after a bouncy castle blew away in high ...
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A tennis lesson for those who work in sales
I was lucky enough to be at the Surbiton Tennis Championship very recently, on a glorious sunny day. If ...
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GDPR Considerations in the Context of Health and Safety Management
The EU’s General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) came into force on 25th May. Regulated by the Information Commissioner’s ...
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What does working in the events industry have in common with being a Juror? More than you would think!
What does working in the events industry have in common with being a Juror? More than you would think! For ...
Read MoreFrom our member's BLOGS
PRESS RELEASE: Smart AV partners with HYPERVSN to offer cutting-edge units for hire
Smart AV Aug 21, 2018 | 12:41 pmLeading AV technology service provider Smart AV announces key partnership with HYPERVSN to offer units for hire. The AV company has invested in the state-of-the-art HYPERVSN solution to join its extensive fleet of AV and LED for hire. Creating the[…]
Read more...Stena Line Update : Larger Ship Added to Gdynia - Nynäshamn Route
Articles Aug 20, 2018 | 11:36 amWe would like to announce that from 15 August 2018 the route from Gdynia to Nynäshamn was strengthened by the new larger ship, Vikingland, a ro-ro unit, which has replaced Bore Bay and which will add 30% extra freight capacity[…]
Read more...Not selling is the new selling for exhibitors and exhibitions
Rapiergroup Aug 14, 2018 | 11:56 amIn one of the most iconic scenes in cinema history, Alec Baldwin’s character in Glengarry Glen Ross harangues his salespeople for their ineffectiveness. “A-B-C. A-Always, B-Be, C-Closing. Always be closing,” ...The post Not selling is the new selling for exhibitors[…]
Read more...Writing a great news release.
Blog Jul 26, 2018 | 09:35 amWhen you write a news release, the object of the exercise is to get it published - whether that's in one specific target title, or across dozens of channels and outlets. A great news release is one that gets published,[…]
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News from our partners
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Read More Contact Us
ESSA
119 High Street
Berkhamsted
Herts HP4 2DJ
Tel: 01442 285812
info@essa.uk.com
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