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Neil Felton joined FESPA as Managing Director in 2011. Since then, the organisation has gone from strength to strength, experiencing remarkable growth. Neil has been instrumental in launching five new regional FESPA shows and four new sector specific events across the globe. He also expanded the international community, offering new FESPA Direct membership options in addition to the 37 associations, which are supported by FESPA’s Profit for Purpose programme. Neil was promoted to the position of CEO in 2013.

Prior to joining FESPA, Neil held a variety of senior exhibition roles, culminating as Executive Director at William Reed, where he presided over three-fold growth in event revenues from his division.

Neil graduated from Thames Valley University with a degree in Modern European Studies. He speaks fluent German.
 

La conoscenza e la passione di Duncan per la comunità servita da FESPA hanno reso facile la decisione di tornare nel 2022 per guidare il team Marketing ed Eventi dopo quasi tre anni trascorsi a organizzare eventi di livello mondiale per la comunità delle risorse umane.

Con oltre 20 anni di esperienza in comunicazioni ed eventi B2B, l'esperienza di Duncan come giornalista senior e, in seguito, come direttore di eventi di tutti i formati in diversi settori, dalla sicurezza pubblica, ai beni di largo consumo e al cibo e alle bevande, lo ha preparato al meglio a svolgere un ruolo chiave nella crescita di FESPA, concentrandosi su contenuti significativi e connessioni per la comunità globale della stampa, forniti attraverso il nostro programma di premi, conferenze ed eventi speciali nelle nostre fiere globali dal 2010 al 2019.

A Duncan piace giocare a golf, fare paddleboarding e altre attività all'aria aperta con gli amici e le sue due figlie adolescenti.

Graeme is an enthusiastic print specialist with over 30 years’ experience in the screen and wide format digital printing industries, with knowledge acquired through hands-on design, production, sales, and operations management.

Graeme has a comprehensive understanding of printing processes, leading the goal of creating outstanding print that stimulates brand engagement through practical innovation.

As FESPA’s Head of Associations and Technical Lead he presents on technical topics at conferences and seminars. Graeme also provides in-house expertise to support the Print Make Wear, Printeriors and the new Colour L*A*B* features at FESPA’s exhibitions.

Graeme has been recently inducted as a Member of the ASDPT, the US based Academy of Screen and Digital print technologies following his nomination by Michel Caza.

Leighona is a passionate and enthusiastic marketing professional with over 16 years’ experience. She joined FESPA in September 2011 and since then has been supporting with the development and delivery of marketing campaigns for FESPA’s exhibitions in Europe, Mexico, Middle East, South Africa, Thailand and Turkey. 

In 2022, Leighona was promoted to Group Marketing Manager and is now responsible for the delivery of all marketing activities for FESPA and FESPA’s global events, supporting the broader FESPA team to meet strategic objectives, and deliver successful exhibitions.

In her private life, Leighona enjoys socialising with friends, spending time with family, travelling and all things pink and glittery.

Sara has over 15 years’ experience in Sales having worked in recruitment and exhibitions prior to joining FESPA in 2011. Sara works across the global portfolio of exhibitions that are delivered by FESPA, particularly focusing on the European shows and the European Sign Expo of which Sara headed up, along with the then Marketing Manager, the launch of the show in London 2013. She has since been instrumental in its’ year on year growth.
 
Before sales, Sara had a long career in the aviation industry, working long haul with Virgin Atlantic and towards the end of her career, Air New Zealand, as both a Supervisor and Instructor. Since leaving flying, Sara has been able to draw on her experience and continues to have a great passion for the delivery of the excellent customer service and the high level of standards that FESPA is renowned for.
 
In her spare time, needless to say, she still loves to travel and spend time with family and friends.

Dopo aver conseguito la laurea in Contabilità, Anastasia ha maturato esperienza come giornalista finanziaria prima di decidere di cambiare carriera e dedicarsi all'organizzazione di eventi, concentrandosi sul marketing.

Anastasia è la nostra Marketing Executive-SPEX e si occupa di fornire supporto agli espositori per tutti i prodotti FESPA e di realizzare campagne promozionali e di sponsorizzazione. Non vede l'ora di entrare in contatto con nuove persone e di ampliare la sua competenza attuale.

Oltre al FESPA, Anastasia sta attualmente completando il suo master in marketing e nel tempo libero ama sciare e dedicarsi alla ceramica.

With over 8 years of experience in customer relations and a background in operations, Lily brings a wealth of expertise to her role at FESPA. Currently pursuing a degree in environmental studies, she is eager to integrate her academic knowledge into FESPA’s sustainability initiatives.

As our Senior Associations Executive, Lily is responsible for the day-to-day communication and coordination with our 37 national Associations. She provides ongoing support to these Associations, playing a key role in strengthening and expanding our network.

Outside of work, Lily enjoys traveling, with Zanzibar being her favorite destination so far. She also loves spending time with her dog Kiwi, as well as with her friends and family.

Hamish Macintyre ha oltre 5 anni di esperienza in finanza e ha una laurea in contabilità e finanza. Hamish è entrato a far parte di FESPA nel 2024, vivendo a soli 2 minuti dalla sede centrale di FESPA. In precedenza ha lavorato per Fullers the Brewery a Chiswick, Londra, come assistente contabile, dove è stato anche introdotto ai conti gestionali.

Alla FESPA, Hamish lavora come Assistant Management Accountant sotto Emma e Andy, lavorando all'implementazione fluida del nuovo sistema finanziario Iplicit. Preparando conti gestionali mensili e confrontando i dati effettivi con i budget.

Hamish sta attualmente studiando l'ACCA e gli mancano ancora due esami per diventare commercialista.

Ha avuto la fortuna di partecipare al suo primo evento FESPA, il Wrap Fest, nell'ottobre 2024 a Silverstone, dove ha potuto osservare in prima persona cosa accade agli eventi FESPA, cosa che ha apprezzato molto.

Nel tempo libero, Hamish ama allenarsi perché è un appassionato di fitness e le sue prossime mete saranno la Thailandia e Roma.

Saima works within FESPA as a Corporate & HR Executive. 

Prior to joining FESPA she has over 20 years' experience within the Financial Services held through various roles and sectors. Her passion for learning has led her to various roles including providing independant Advice, Sales, People Management, Coaching and Administration. 

Saima holds professional qualifications within the finance sector at Chartered level. 

In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, reading and being by the sea. 

Marta has over 10 years’ experience working in the marketing and communications sector and has worked on logistics for internal events and conferences across many UK and International offices.  Externally, Marta was involved in the organisation of big international festivals, sports competitions and managed exhibition stands. 
 
Marta speaks Bulgarian, English and is fluent in Bulgarian and International sign language. 
 
Marta joined FESPA as Operations Executive in 2019 and manages the show floor plans, exhibitor manual, build-up and break down queries. She is also responsible for the organization and the management of special projects related to the exhibition; social events, theatres, workshops and features.
 
Marta loves travelling and learning about different cultures. In her spare time, she likes to explore and raise awareness about emotional intelligence, mindfulness and the benefits of behavioural psychology.