Team Members
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Neil Felton

CEO

Neil Felton joined FESPA as Managing Director in 2011 and was promoted to CEO in 2013. Under his leadership, FESPA has seen remarkable growth, launching 9 new international shows (five regional, four sector-specific) and expanding its global community with new FESPA Direct membership options alongside its 37 associations supported by the Profit for Purpose program.

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Hamish MacIntyre

Management Accounts Assistant

Hamish Macintyre, an Accounting and Finance graduate with over five years of finance experience, joined FESPA in 2024. He previously worked as an Accounts Assistant at Fullers Brewery, where he gained experience in Management Accounts.

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Gill Potter

Management Accounts Assistant

Gill brings diverse experience to FESPA’s finance team, having worked for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in Pakistan and Cameroon before transitioning to the education sector as a Finance Assistant and School Business Manager. She aims to further develop her skills and pursue an accountancy qualification.

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Andy Froud

Finance and Commercial Controller
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Cagdas Yildiz

Operasyon Koordinatörü / Operations Coordinator
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Sandra Keese

Head of Operations - Brazil
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Marta Dimitrova

Operations Manager

Marta has over a decade of experience in marketing and communications, specializing in event logistics for both internal and external functions. Her expertise includes organizing international festivals, sports competitions, and managing exhibition stands.

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Rosa Banales

Administrative Assistant

Rosa, holding a Bachelor’s in Design and Visual Communication from UNAM and a Diploma in Forensic Art, joined FESPA in 2023. She brings over five years of experience in administrative and logistics coordination for corporate and social events, actively supporting the team with her skills and positive attitude.

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Alondra Hernandez

Marketing Executive FPL

Alondra is a Textile Engineer graduated from the National Polytechnic Institute and has a technical career in Diagnosis and Environmental Improvement. She has 3 years of experience in customer service and has worked in sales for 2 years.

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Berenice Gallegos

Administrative Manager Mexico

Berenice joined FESPA Mexico in 2011, evolving from administrative and marketing roles to her current position as Adminstrative Manager for FESPA’s Spanish channels. She is also integral to developing events like FESPA Mexico and Print Mexico Congress.

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Ericka Zepeda

Marketing and Events Manager Mexico

A Commercial Relations graduate with diplomas in Digital Marketing and Event Organization, she brings over 10 years of experience to FESPA. Her focus is on optimizing FESPA events and enhancing visibility through SEO and content marketing strategies on social media, crucial for success in the dynamic Mexican market.

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Charnia Yapp

Marketing and Operations - FESPA Africa