About ESAE
The leading organisation in Europe bringing Association professionals together
Who We Are
ESAE fosters the professionalisation of Association management through peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Thanks to our platform, Association professionals learn from one another, gain a thorough knowledge of the sector, overcome common challenges, and develop the skills necessary to create effective strategies for success.
What We Do
Through our extensive resources and expansive networks, ESAE members have the chance to broaden their knowledge and expertise.
Our Mission
Connect European Association leaders and executives to share knowledge, experience, and know-how on all Association management and leadership aspects.
Inspire professional development and cultivate future Association leaders through peer-to-peer networking events and educational workshops.
Establish effectiveness and professionalisation of the Association sector and promote standards.
Our Team
ESAE Board
ESAE Communities Co-Chairs
ESAE Secretariat
ESAE Honorary Presidents
Giuseppe Marletta
ESAE President
2019 - 2021
Managing Director, Europe, Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC)
Florence Bindelle
ESAE President
2017-2019
Secretary General, EuropeanIssuers
Philip Springuel
ESAE President
2015-2017
Strategic Director of Business and non-profit Organisations
Alessandro Cortese
ESAE President
2013-2015
CEO, European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
Luc Maene
ESAE President
2000-2013
International Consultant
DEI & Transparency
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At ESAE, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) because we believe these principles are essential and beneficial for society as a whole. ESAE's Board of Directors approved a DEI charter on 9 December 2022 to solidify our commitment and appointed a Board Member responsible for DEI, Liesbeth Switten.
ESAE strongly believes that embracing and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to make Associations thrive. Beyond being more inclusive, organisations that apply DEI perform better, grow their reputation and have a stronger employer’s brand.
ESAE aims to assist Association leaders and executives, as well as associations themselves, in their efforts to be inclusive and lead by example, by:
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promoting and practising inclusion.
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providing assessment tools, template policies, and training.
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offering a discussion forum.
ESAE especially wants to provide a safe environment for sharing experiences and shaping opinions on DEI, to develop guiding principles that are relevant to the framework of Associations and their leaders and executives. In doing so, we advance ESAE’s mission while providing added value to members and society.