Meet the Team

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.
 

Duncan’s knowledge of, and passion for, the community that FESPA serves made it an easy decision to return in 2022 to lead the Marketing and Events team after almost three years delivering world-class events for the HR community. 

With more than 20 years’ experience in B2B communications and events, Duncan’s experience as a senior journalist and latterly event director of all event formats in several sectors – from public safety, FMCG and food and drink - prepared him well to play a key role in FESPA’s growth with a focus on meaningful content and connections for the global print community delivered through our awards programme,conferences, and feature events at our global exhibitions from 2010-2019. 

Duncan enjoys golfing, paddleboarding and other outdoor pursuits with friends and his two teenage daughters. 

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.

Lorraine is a versed event marketer with over 20 years’ experience. Joining FESPA as a Business Graduate back in 2004, she has continually developed in her role and been pivotal in the expansion of the event portfolio during her time at the company, executing and overseeing the marketing campaigns of 7 new launch events across the world.

Having taken a break from FESPA between 2018-2022, she has returned to support the recent product launches and is currently Acting Group Marketing Manager, overseeing the implementation of marketing campaigns across the events, and working on the new FESPA Middle East event.

Lorraine speaks Spanish, and in her own time enjoys listening to music, keeping fit through running and weight training, spending time with her family and celebrating their birthdays by making a super birthday cake!

Following completion of her degree in Accounting, Anastasia gained experience as a financial reporter before deciding to change career and move into event organization with a focus on marketing.

Anastasia is our Marketing Executive-SPEX, and focuses on providing support to exhibitors across all FESPA products and delivering promotional and sponsorship campaigns. She is looking forward to the opportunity to connect with new people and build on her existing expertise.

Outside of FESPA, Anastasia is currently completing her master’s degree in marketing, and enjoys skiing and pottery in her free time.

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 has over 5 years of Finance experience and has a Degree in Accounting and Finance. Hamish joined FESPA in 2024 living only 2 minutes away from FESPA head office. Having previously worked for Fullers the Brewery in Chiswick London as an Accounts Assistant where he also was introduced to Management Accounts.

At FESPA, Hamish works as an Assistant Management Accountant under Emma and Andy working on the smooth implementation of the new finance system Iplicit. Preparing monthly management accounts and comparing actuals to budgets.

Hamish is currently studying ACCA and has two exams remaining until he is a chartered accountant.

He was lucky enough to attend his first FESPA event Wrap fest in October 2024 at Silverstone which he gained a firsthand insight as to what happens at FESPA events which was thoroughly enjoyed.

In his spare time Hamish enjoys working out with a passion for fitness, and likes to travel Thailand and Rome being his next places to visit.

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.