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INDUSTRY PARTNERS & SPONSORS

A key component of Expo Events success is our work with Industry Bodies. We work closely with key industry associations across our 4 main market areas to ensure that we remain up to date with market trends, making our exhibitions and events the right events to match current market needs. The following are some of the primary trade associations and industry bodies that we work with across our 4 primary market areas.

  Bord Bia
The role of Bord Bia (Irish Food Board) is to act as a link between Irish Food and Drink suppliers and existing and potential customers. Their objective is to develop export markets for Irish food and drink companies and to bring the taste of Irish food to more tables world-wide. Bord Bia work together with Expo Events on both IFEX and CATEX.

 

 

Catering Equipment Association

The Catering Equipment Association was founded in 1965 and today has a membership of 40+ manufacturers and distributors forming an amalgam of companies serving all aspects of the Catering and Hospitality Industry in Ireland and covering a very broad and varied spectrum of products and services from I.S.O. quality stainless fabricators to contracting firms engaging in turnkey kitchen design and installation, as well as the more specialist companies supplying crockery, glassware, trays, trolleys, toasters, coffee, coffee machines, water boilers, glass washers, dishwashers, icemakers and general refrigeration, furniture, fast food equipment, vending and disposables as will be seen by browsing through the individual portfolios of our members. Expo Events organise CATEX on behalf of the CEA.

 

 

  Construction Industry Federation
CIF is the representative voice of the Irish construction industry. The CIF actively represents and serves over 3,000 members covering businesses in all areas of the Irish construction industry through a network of 13 Branches in three regions throughout Ireland and through its 37 Sectoral Associations. Expo Events work closely with the CIF on all of the exhibitions in our Building & Construction portfolio - indeed Plan Expo is the only industry event that is supported by CIF.

 

 

 

  Crafts Council of Ireland
The Crafts Council of Ireland is the national design and economic development organisation for the Irish crafts industry. The Crafts Council of Ireland is the national development body for the craft industry in Ireland. The majority of its activities are funded by Enterprise Ireland, with additional income from the craft industry itself and from its own activities (12% of 2.8 million euro in 2004).The Council acts on the industry's behalf, advising government and state agencies on the year on year market environment, and on the most appropriate strategy in terms of that environment. Expo Events work closely with the Crafts Council with regard to Showcase Ireland and they are also involved in a number of our consumer events.

 

 

  Enterprise Ireland
Enterprise Ireland is the Irish state development agency focused on accelerating the development of world-class Irish companies. Enterprise Ireland helps Irish companies to grow and sustain positions in global markets producing innovative, high value products and services.They focus on five main areas of activity: achieving export sales, investing in research and innovation, competing through productivity, starting up and scaling up and driving regional enterprise. Expo Events work closely with Enterprise Ireland on a number of our leading trade exhibitions - in particular in relation to Showcase Ireland.

 

 

Irish Business & Employers Federation
IBEC works to shape policies and influence decision-making in a way that develops and protects members' interests and contributes to the development and maintenance of an economy that promotes enterprise and productive employment. IBEC represent their members' interests to Government, state agencies, the trade unions, other national interest groups and the general public. Through their Brussels office, the Irish Business Bureau (IBB), IBEC works on behalf of business and employers at European level to ensure that European policy is compatible with our own objectives for the development of the Irish economy. Expo Events work closely with IBEC for a number of our trade events.

 

 

  Irish Marine Federation
 
The Irish Marine Federation promotes the interests of all sectors of the marine industry in Ireland. It also represents the interests of the industry to Government, State Agencies and European institutions, thereby influencing public policies. Promotes the image of the industry and encourages growth and development through quality awareness, public statements and the organisation of Boat Shows. Provides advice, information and services to members in order to assist in achieving these objectives. Expo Events organise the Allianz Direct Dublin Boat Show on behalf of the Irish Marine Federation.

 

 

  Restaurant Association of Ireland
The Restaurant Association of Ireland is the representative voice of the Restaurant Industry in Ireland, recognised by the Irish Government and European Union. With 500+ members - Fine Dining, Casual, Ethnic, Family, Coffee Shop, Hotel and Pub Restaurants, they speak as the voice of the industry. Expo Exhibitons work closely with the RAI in particular with reference to our Catering, Hospitality, Food and Drink events - CATEX & IFEX.

 

 

  RG-Data
RGDATA is the representative body for the Independent Retail Grocery Sector in Ireland. Formed in 1942 , the organisation has since rapidly expanded to include over 4,000 grocers in the State. Its main aim and objective is to provide support for independent family grocers while encouraging and developing a high standard of retailing, equal to best European practice and competitor standards. Exhibitions work closely with the RAI in particular with reference to our Catering, Hospitality, Food and Drink events - CATEX & IFEX.

 

 

  Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland

The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, founded in 1839, is the representative body for professionally qualified architects in Ireland.The RIAI's qualifications for membership are accepted by the Government, the courts and the EU as the required standard. The objectives of the RIAI are the advancement of Architecture and the associated Arts and Sciences, the promotion of high standards of professional conduct and practice and the protection of the interests of architectural training and education. Expo Events work closely with the RIAI on a number of our leading trade and consumer events. Plan Expo is the only industry events supported by the RIAI.

 

 

Expo Events also work closely with a number of key commercial partners, who act as sponsors at our trade and consumer events. They include:

 

  Allianz Direct

Allianz Direct is a trading name of the Allianz Group, the world’s leading insurer. So not only do you get hassle free low cost products, you also get the assurance of knowing that all our policies are backed up by Europe’s largest insurer. Allianz Direct are Title Sponsor of the Dublin Boat Show, which is organised by Expo Events on behalf of the Irish Marine Federation.

 

 

  Bank of Ireland Corporate Banking
Bank of Ireland Corporate Banking manage the Bank of Ireland Group's banking relationships with our larger, financially sophisticated customers. Within Corporate Banking skilled, experienced professionals work in business units focusing on particular types of customers and industry sectors enabling the team to gain a high level of understanding of your business and the environment in which it operates. Their aim is to proactively work with their customers to tailor our wide-ranging, sophisticated products and services into an overall flexible, competitively priced offering which best suits your needs. Bank of Ireland Corporate Banking are sponsors of the prestigious OPUS Architecture and Construction Awards.

 

 

  BT  
 
BT is a leading provider of communications solutions serving customers throughout the world. With modern living in mind BT Broadband are the power behind the stunning penthouse apartment, bringing it to life with broadbandat the Northern Spring House & Garden Show, in Belfast.

 

 

  Eircom

Eircom is Ireland's largest telecommunications supplier. Whether you need a communications provider for your home or your business eircom is the leading provider, offering online self-service, great customer service, and new and innovative products. In business they support and supply solutions for small / medium business, large business, corporate and government and wholesale customers. Eircom work closely with Expo Events on the largest consumer homes and gardens event - the MyHome.ie Spring House & Garden Show.

 

 

  Lombard  
 
Lombard is Ireland's largest dedicated asset finance company, arranging finance for marine leisure vessels, from motor cruisers to sailing yachts. Lombard also finances a wide range of other assets, including light aircraft, cars, trucks, plant and machinery – with market leading positions in many of these sectors. Lombard are the Title Sponsor of the Lombard On the Water Boat Show, an exciting new event with Expo Events are organising on behalf of the Irish Marine Federation at Malahide Marina.

 

 

  MyHome.ie
MyHome.ie is Ireland's number one property website for Irish Property, providing property in Ireland, related services, home and garden products and online mortgages. MyHome.ie is Ireland's most comprehensive property and home services portal, providing an automated self-service property finder facility. In addition the MyHome Mortgage Zone gives the best mortgage deals from the leading providers in the market. The Home & Garden section is a magic door to home-maker heaven, with a growing network of commercial partners offering deals on products and services for your Home and Garden. Since 2003 MyHome.ie has worked with Expo Events as Title Sponsor of Ireland's premier lifestyle event - the MyHome.ie Spring House & Garden Show.

 

 

  Northern Bank

Northern Bank is the largest retail bank in Northern Ireland with a network of 95 branches and 11 business banking centres. Northern Bank began as a tiny Belfast banking company called the Northern Banking Partnership. Today, Northern remains the bank of choice for the majority of businesses in Northern Ireland. A world-wide network of sister banks provides business customers with on-the-spot banking and financial assistance in countries where they wish to conduct business. The bank provides a full range of financial products and services designed for the needs of both business and personal banking customers. Offerings are delivered through two core areas - business and retail banking. Expo Events look forward to working with Northern Bank as Title Sponsors of the Northern Spring House & Garden Show in Belfast.

 

 

  Sherry FitzGerald
Sherry FitzGerald are Ireland's most forward-looking property and financial services company. The uniquely personal service to customers is supported by a national structure that ensures professionalism, integrity and breadth of service. Sherry FitzGerald has grown to become Ireland's largest Estate Agency, with over 100 branded offices countrywide. From their Headquarters in the heart of Georgian Dublin, they are constantly developing new ways to improve their service and build on their reputation as the friendliest and most forward-looking estate agents in the country. Sherry FitzGerald sponsor the leading attraction at the MyHome.ie Spring House & Garden Show - the Sherry FitzGerald Showhouse.

 

 

 

 
   
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