About EFTTA

• EFTTA is The Official European Trade Association for Manufacturers and Wholesalers of Recreational and Sportfishing Equipment. EFTTA is registered as The Official Lobbying Association of The Industry in Brussels.
• EFTTA members can exhibit at EFTTEX, the leading international Fishing Tackle Trade Exhibition.
• Membership is open to Manufacturers, Wholesalers, Agents and Press in the tackle industry.
• EFTTA was established in London in 1981, as an international, non-political, independent association to serve the European fishing tackle trade by campaigning to promote sportfishing, environmental issues and international business.

EFTTA was established in London in 1981, as an international, non-political, independent association to serve the European fishing tackle trade by campaigning to promote sportfishing, environmental issues and international business.

Membership is open to manufacturers, wholesalers, agents, press and related organisation in the tackle industry and EFTTA currently has over 250 members. Applications for membership are subject to approval by the EFTTA Board, which comprises 12 elected European members and a President who is elected every three years.

JEAN CLAUDE BEL, CEO
Jean Claude Bel was appointed as EFTTA's first ever full-time Chief Executive Officer on October 1st 2008. Jean Claude Bel, who has more than 30 years' experience in the fishing tackle trade, joined the organisation which has more than 200 members in Europe and represents the interests of tens of thousands of employees in the industry. Monsieur Bel, who lives in Rennes, France, has held senior positions with some of Europe's biggest tackle companies, including Rapala, O Mustad, Mitchell SA/Garcia Europe SA (now Pure Fishing), and Freetime Group France. From 1997 to 2007, he was the chairman of Rapala France SAS, which includes the Ragot, Water queen, Normark-Nautisme and Guigo Marine Shop companies.

JANET DOYLE, General Manager
Janet Doyle is the General Manager and responsible for initial research and negotiations for EFTTEX, dealing with venues and contractors as well as general office management. She has taken over where Caroline Thomas left off (although Caroline works in a consultancy capacity for EFTTA). Janet holds a Degree in Sociology and a Marketing Diploma. Her career history encompasses project management and conference and event organisation for medical and pharmaceutical companies, MRC and Novartis.

NEENA TAILOR, Exhibition Manager
Neena Tailor is the Exhibition Organiser for EFTTEX. She comes to us from the production department of Archant Life, a publishing company for various lifestyle magazines. Before that, she worked for shipping company Galbraith's Ltd, where she was responsible for organising their annual shipping course. She holds a degree in BA Com Hons Communication Studies/Business from Anglia Ruskin University in the UK. Neena is responsible for organising stand bookings and liaising with on-site contractors and staff to ensure a memorable show for all.

SALLY STEEL, Exhibition Assistant
Sally is the Exhibition Assistant for EFTTEX. She supports the EFTTEX team and is responsible for providing the exhibitors with any information they need to ensure a successful show. She graduated in Italian and Politics and has experience in PR and the hotel trade gained from a year working in Italy.

VICTORIA SEYMOUR, Team & Membership Assistant
Vicki organises the various membership services including the Youth Grant Scheme, Line Testing Initiative and Annual Trade Statistics. Vicki brings to her role a wealth of experience from the events management and performing arts fields. She also organises the Best New Product competition at EFTTEX.

ANITA PANDYA, PR & Marketing
Anita has a background in financial services marketing, media and PR. She holds a diploma in marketing with business and finance. Anita is to fill in for Jo Whitehall while she is on maternity leave. Anita's role includes liaison with the press and producing EFTTA's range of publications including the EFTTEX catalogue and other marketing collateral. Anita will maintain the extensive international press database of worldwide publications.

JESSICA TUTCHINGS, Administrator and Account Executive
Jessica ensures that the office runs smoothly. She comes from a background in accounts and admin. Jessica will be your first point of contact at EFTTA and will help you with your general and account queries.