MEMBERSHIP
A community network of companies and a ‘people-first’ ethos, collaborating and working together with fresh new ideas.
Our members
Members are small to medium sized companies (up to 100 employees) including entertainment, consulting, moderation, art, music, AV, and technology providers. MESA works with planners, destinations, hotels, and venues but they are not qualified as members.
All Members will be provided with:
A MESA Code of Conduct (download here) and a MESA Membership Certificate.
All our members receive:
- Member profile – on MESA website "Our Members" page
- Individual profile and access on MESA Community Platform (Intranet) for all team members
- Connections to other suppliers in the MESA network
- Support within the community for new projects, ideas, and developments
- Opportunity to promote content (blogs, case studies, white papers, and news), events, and special interest groups in the MESA Community Platform
- Promotion at industry trade shows as part of the MESA membership and opportunity to display information at the MESA showcase stand
- Invitation to MESA networking drinks - at industry trade shows where we have a stand
- Speaking opportunities at MESA education
- Personal "onboarding" to discuss your membership benefits and your needs from the membership
MESA Patron Member
€2,500 per year
By invitation only
Patrons are organisations invited to be part of an exclusive group with key benefits of:
- MESA Patron Member Badge logo
- Additional individual profile – on MESA website "Who We Are" page
- Company Logo - on MESA website "Home" page
- It’s a limited, exclusive group of companies - maximum of 15
- Invitation to Patron Member meetings for contribution to MESA direction and ideas
- Invitation to MESA Founder Collaboration calls – 2 per year
- Invitation to monthly MESA Monthly Member Meetings (4M's) online for you and your teams - 12 per year
- Invitation to attend MESA Planner Forum (CEO + 2 team members) to meet with planners and discuss industry issues - 2 per year
- Invitation to 'MESA Academy' themed discussions online for you and your teams
- Priority booking and opportunity to participate in the MESA stand share - at industry tradeshows at an additional (member rate) cost
- Priority booking and opportunity to participate in the MESA Active Representation - at industry tradeshows at an additional (member rate) cost
- Advanced notice for ‘call for speakers’ at industry education
- 20% discount off standard rate for MESA Member staff tickets
MESA Company (SME) Member
€750 per year
Company event supplier organisation with key benefits of:
- MESA Member Badge logo
- Invitation to MESA Founder Collaboration calls – 2 per year
- Invitation to monthly MESA Monthly Member Meetings (4M's) online for you and your teams - 12 per year
- Invitation to attend MESA Planner Forum (CEO + 1 team member) to meet with planners and discuss industry issues - 2 per year
- Invitation to 'MESA Academy' themed discussions online for you and your teams
- Opportunity to participate in the MESA stand share - at industry tradeshows at an additional (member rate) cost
- Opportunity to participate in the MESA Active Representation - at industry tradeshows at an additional (member rate) cost
- 20% discount on MESA Re-FRESH dinner off standard rate for member staff
- Opportunity to attend MESA Planner Forum (one team member) - to meet with planners and discuss industry issues
- Invitation to MESA networking drinks - at industry trade shows where we have a stand
ADDITIONAL TYPES OF MEMBERSHIP
START-UP SUPPORT COMPANY MEMBERSHIP
€500 per year
- Limited – less than 5 employees
- Criteria - must have been in events industry with product for less than 3 years, or not yet launched
- Includes all Company (SME) standard membership benefits as above
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP
€250 per year
- Limited – only one-person member
- Includes all Company (SME) standard membership benefits as above (for one person)
MESA Founders
Gordon Glenister Membership and influencer marketing expert / Author,
Podcaster / Keynote Speaker - Membership World)
Sandie McCoubrey Director of Membership (Eventif Solutions)
Adam Fillary MESA Tradeshow Ambassador (CEO of APF Networks Ltd)
Patron Members
Sébastien Braun CEO & Founder, idloom
Jelmer van Ast CEO & Founder, Conference Compass
John Martinez CEO & Founder, Shocklogic
Felix Stroud-Allen Co-founder & Director, CrowdComms
Danny Stevens CEO & Founder, Fielddrive
Terry Waller MD, Arc International
Testimonials
More than ever before, the past years have demonstrated the importance of innovation for the future of our industry. At the same time, it has promoted company culture as the #1 priority for all CEOs. I'm proud to be a member of MESA which is leading the way to foster both.
Jelmer van Ast - CEO & Founder, Conference Compass - MESA Patron Member
Netherlands
The last few years have been particularly challenging for our industry. We have all been forced to reinvent ourselves, and to innovate. MESA provides a collaborative environment where people from different backgrounds meet to combine their expertise and learn from each other, offering a common culture for its members as being part of a family unit, trusting each other.
Sébastien Braun - CEO & Founder, idloom - MESA Patron Member
Belgium
It is an honour to be a Patron Member of MESA. The events industry has given me so much it is only right that I give something back. We all thrive in an environment of support and collaboration.
Felix Stroud-Allen - Co-founder & Director, CrowdComms - MESA Patron Member
UK
Being part of the MESA community is a fantastic experience. I eagerly anticipate our meetings, where like-minded individuals come together to freely share their advice on a range of industry topics. One memorable instance was my participation as a panellist on delegate engagement - the level of interaction and insights exchanged were invaluable.
In addition to these enriching discussions, the social events throughout the year, especially the summer party, are always a highlight.
Furthermore, MESA offers exceptional exhibiting partnership opportunities. For instance, my company, Shocklogic, is gearing up to showcase at IBTM Barcelona, sharing a stand that promises great exposure and networking prospects. I wholeheartedly recommend MESA for its nurturing community, unwavering support, and the invaluable industry connections it provides.
John Martinez - CEO & Founder, Shocklogic - MESA Patron Member
UK
MESA works for me as a member of the Meetings and Events community. It provides a sounding board, a safe community space, and thought-provoking meeting content - all of which help me develop and feel like I belong to 'a tribe'.
Michael Jackson - The Other Michael Jackson - MESA Individual Member
UK
I just attended the MESA Planner Forum - another great MESA event - it's well worth belonging!
Richard John, CEO - Realise Me, MESA Member
UK / France
CONTACT
Sandie McCoubrey - Director of Membership - sandie@themesa.community
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