News from Geneva

IPLOCA celebrates 20 years in Geneva

Exactly 20 years ago the picturesque Swiss city of Geneva became the new home of the Association. Our HQ was moved from Ghent, Belgium to the shores of Lake Geneva in the spring of 2005.

Dubbed one of the “smallest big cities” in the world, Geneva is recognised as a city of major relevance due to the strength of its financial and international institutions. The most cosmopolitan of all Swiss towns, Geneva is also known as one of the world's most important commodities trading hubs.

The staff of the Secretariat, made up of five permanent employees, is based at our HQ, conveniently located near the airport. Feel free to drop by and say hello if you're in the area!

New IPLOCA Treasurer

The Board of Directors appointed Bruno Pomaré, Spiecapag Business Development Director, as IPLOCA’s Treasurer. He assumed his role after the Annual Convention in Sorrento.

The Secretariat welcomes Bruno to his new role and gives special thanks to the previous Treasurer, Adam Wynne Hughes, for his contribution to IPLOCA over the years.

Welcome to the team!

Alexandre Dafit joined IPLOCA in January 2025 as Marketing Manager and Convention & Novel Construction Coordinator. He holds a master’s degree in marketing management and tourism and earned an MBA in project management.

Alexandre started his career at Disney in the Food & Beverage Strategy Department. He then held hospitality and sponsorship positions working at sports events such as the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar, and the Rugby World Cup 2023. Alexandre is responsible for IPLOCA’s marketing tasks and its database. He works closely with the Convention Manager organising our flagship event, the Annual Convention.

He also supports the Innovation and Energy Transition Committees in coordinating the Novel Construction Sessions. Alexandre is a French citizen and speaks fluent French and English.