Mohamed Mezghani is the new President of ESAE – The European Society of Association Executives

UITP’s Secretary General, Mohamed Mezghani, has been elected as the new President of the European Society of Association Executives (ESAE). With a vision to ensure a collaborative environment, Mohamed aims to drive the sector forward by strengthening the impact of associations across Europe, driving innovation, enhancing member engagement, and promoting best practices in association management.

Mohamed intends to strengthen the collaboration of ESAE with global and regional associations from other continents, creating a more interconnected and supportive network of association professionals worldwide. This role also allows him to learn from the broader association community and bring even more value to UITP members.

ESAE, the European Society of Association Executives, is the leading European organisation uniting association professionals. The organisation is dedicated to supporting association leaders through professional development, networking opportunities, and thought leadership. It serves as a pivotal platform for exchanging ideas and advancing the role of associations in society. Mohamed has served as a board member of ESAE since 2019.

Standing at the forefront of association management, ESAE plays a crucial role in shaping best practices and ensuring collaboration among association executives across Europe. For UITP, the election of Mohamed as President represents a great opportunity to advance the sector of association management and governance.

Just 2 weeks ago, UITP was honoured to win the ‘Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)’ award at the European Association Awards, run by ESAE. The recognition underscored our commitment to these crucial values within the transport sector. UITP’s ongoing efforts to create a more inclusive and diverse industry align perfectly with the goals and mission of ESAE.

Mohamed succeeds Mike Morrissey, who has led ESAE with distinction, significantly growing and professionalising the association during his tenure. Mike is also the current CEO of the European Cancer Organisation. We look forward to the innovative leadership Mohamed will bring to ESAE and the continued collaboration between UITP and ESAE in advancing the interests of association executives across Europe.