Over 50 different European associations are represented at the third European Association Awards. The shortlist, spread across 15 different categories, was announced on the 21st of January.  Finalists include the European Chemical Industry Council (CEFIC), Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), Accountancy Europe, Home Appliance Europe (APPLiA) and SolarPower Europe. The full shortlist can be seen at http://www.europeanassociationawards.com/finalists [1]

 

Claire Wormsley, Managing Director of Global Conference Network (GCN), the Award organisers;

said the professional and trade associations comprising the shortlist were selected by the judges based on the remarkable creativity and impressive, quantifiable results that the entries detailed.

 

“The response to these awards have been extremely impressive with entries from all types and sizes of European associations entering. The range of initiatives highlighted in the entries demonstrates the extensive range of activities which European Associations are involved in to support their members.  All the associations shortlisted in the European Association Awards should be congratulated.”

 

The European Association Awards recognise exceptional achievements and campaign excellence taking place throughout Europe, at both in-country and pan-EU levels, honouring those individuals and teams who work to ensure their members’ voices are heard. There are 15 award categories, including Best Lobbying or Advocacy Campaign; Best Association Website; Association Leadership Award; Best Digital Campaign; and Most Innovative Development by an Association. 

 

The European Association Awards 2019 have been developed to recognise excellence and exceptional achievements in European trade and professional associations. By bringing together an outstanding panel of judges, representing associations from every sector, these awards recognise individuals, teams and initiatives and highlight excellence in how associations operate and serve their members. http://www.europeanassociationawards.com [6]

 

 The Global Conference Network (GCN) has been established to provide quality information and events for associations and event companies. We aim to facilitate dialogue and strategic thinking amongst associations through a variety of different forums and channels. Through events, education and industry wide projects we are looking to facilitate best practice within associations and provide an industry wide voice to external organisations including educational institutions, suppliers and government bodies. www.globalconferencenetwork.co.uk  [7]