Kellen Europe and AGEP have joined forces to become Brussels’ leading Association Management organisation. Together, Kellen AGEP becomes the largest management firm for associations in the food industry in the EU as well as on a global level with offices in the US, Europe and China.
Kellen Europe provides association management, strategic advice, communications and government affairs. AGEP is Brussels’ longest established association management company providing complete management solutions for trade associations and other organisations. Both have been established for 25 years.
Alfons Westgeest, Managing Partner of both Kellen Europe and Kellen AGEP said: “Through this merger, we offer our clients a true window on the world and make sure they remain relevant, not only on a European but also on an international level. It is essential for European associations not only to focus on what happens in Brussels but increasingly in the member states. In addition, they need to be aware of global developments in trade agreements and regulatory issues, which increasingly influence our associations’ agendas. We are excited to have strengthened our position in Brussels and expand the scope of our clients.”
Westgeest will be assisted by Alain Beaumont, AGEP’s former Managing Director who will act as a strategic advisor.