Our Taskforces - Power for Europe
The Taskforces of the European Associations Cooperation (EAC) are specialized working groups addressing critical aspects of the promotional products and textile industry in Europe. Led by professionals from member countries, they develop targeted initiatives to drive progress, foster growth, and enhance competitiveness. From legal compliance to sustainability, from advocacy to digital innovation, these taskforces collaborate to shape the industry's future. Together, they aim to make a meaningful impact on policies, drive innovation, and ensure a prosperous future for the industry in Europe and beyond.
Fiscal/Legal
Lead Country - Austria
he Fiscal/Legal Taskforce is dedicated to addressing financial and legal matters relevant to the promotional products and textile industry. Under the leadership of Austria, this taskforce focuses on ensuring compliance with European regulations, optimizing tax strategies, and providing legal guidance to member associations.
Politics/Lobby
Lead Country - Belgium
The Politics/Lobby Taskforce, led by Belgium, is responsible for advocating on behalf of the industry at the European level. This taskforce engages with policymakers, monitors legislative developments, and works to influence policies that impact the promotional products and textile sectors, ensuring that the industry's interests are well-represented. Additionally, this taskforce collaborates actively with the PSI (Promotional Product Service Institute) to strengthen its lobbying efforts and leverage shared resources and expertise.
Communication/Marketing/Shows/Fairs
Lead Country - Germany
The Politics/Lobby Taskforce, led by Belgium, is responsible for advocating on behalf of the industry at the European level. This taskforce engages with policymakers, monitors legislative developments, and works to influence policies that impact the promotional products and textile sectors, ensuring that the industry's interests are well-represented. Additionally, this taskforce collaborates actively with the PSI (Promotional Product Service Institute) to strengthen its lobbying efforts and leverage shared resources and expertise.
Education/Academy
Lead Country - Netherlands
The Education/Academy Taskforce, led by the Netherlands, is dedicated to advancing professional development within the industry. This taskforce designs and implements educational programs, training sessions, and certification courses to equip members with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their careers.
Digitalization
Lead Country - Switzerland
The Digitalization Taskforce, with Switzerland at the helm, aims to drive digital transformation within the industry. This taskforce explores and implements new technologies, digital tools, and platforms that enhance operational efficiency, customer engagement, and innovation among member associations.
European/Global Monitor/Numbers
Lead Country - France
Led by France, the European/Global Monitor/Numbers Taskforce is responsible for gathering, analyzing, and disseminating key industry data and insights. This taskforce monitors market trends, economic indicators, and global developments to provide members with valuable information for strategic decision-making.
Sustainability
Lead Country - Sweden
The Sustainability Taskforce, under the leadership of Sweden, focuses on promoting environmentally responsible and socially equitable practices within the industry. This taskforce develops sustainability guidelines, encourages green initiatives, and supports members in their efforts to achieve sustainable growth and operations.
Young Generation (In Formation)
Lead Country - Poland
The Young Generation Taskforce, currently being formed under the leadership of Poland, aims to engage and support the next generation of professionals in the promotional products and textile industry. This taskforce will focus on initiatives that attract young talent, provide mentorship opportunities, and foster a vibrant, dynamic community of emerging industry leaders.
Innovations Taskforce (In Formation)
Lead Country - Spain
The Innovations Taskforce, in formation and led by Spain, is dedicated to fostering innovation within the industry. This taskforce will explore cutting-edge trends, technologies, and methodologies to drive continuous improvement and maintain the industry's competitive edge. It aims to create an environment that encourages creative thinking and the adoption of innovative practices among member associations.