The Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA) has announced Air Business as its new strategic partner, with the partnership commencing on 1 April 2026. 

There’s a real sense of momentum building across ESSA right now. From new members joining, to partnerships taking shape, to more of us getting out on site and engaging with the wider industry - it’s been a busy few months. So here’s a snapshot of what’s been happening and what’s coming next, directly from our Sales & Business Development Manager, Helen Lowe.

The Events Industry Alliance (EIA) has appointed Henham Strategy as its retained public affairs adviser following a competitive process.

Dear Members,

Embracing the human side of AI, reshaping uncertainty and empowering teams through technology were just some of the key messages discussed at the recent Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA) 2025 Conference.

The winners of the ESSA Awards 2025 were revealed last night, honouring the exceptional accomplishments of the sector’s leading professionals.

 The Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA) has published its inaugural Stronger Together survey, highlighting ‘an industry of two halves’ following the recent mixed Autumn Budget.

Andrew Hickinbotham, Board Member ESSA and Head of Sales at Tecna, examines how the events and exhibitions industry can strike a balance between moral responsibility and commercial opportunity in terms of sustainability.

In the latest edition of The Lowe Down, ESSA’s bi-annual membership update, our Sales and Business Development Manager, Helen Lowe, shares what we’ve been working on behind the scenes to support and represent our members. 

Andrew Hickinbotham, Board Member of ESSA and Head of Sales at Tecna, explores how the events and exhibitions industry can balance moral responsibility and commercial opportunity when it comes to sustainability.

The Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA) has announced details of its 2025 annual conference, themed ‘What’s Next?’.

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