
Transparency in EU Lobbying & the Role of Associations
The European Union is unique among political systems in that it is built as a governance model rather than a

The European Union is unique among political systems in that it is built as a governance model rather than a

In Brussels, evidence used to be enough. Not anymore. In this episode of Associations Unplugged, host Anna Gumbau sits down

Associations have long been considered the quiet powerhouses behind countless industries and professions, driving advocacy, standards-setting, and professional collaboration across

European trade associations are more essential than ever: they make EU policymaking more inclusive by aggregating sector realities, building legitimacy

Brussels remains one of the world’s most important hubs for trade associations. These organisations play a unique role in the

In this episode of Associations Unplugged, we go straight into one of the biggest shifts shaping Europe right now: geopolitics.

2026 will be a milestone year for the EU, and this episode will help associations professionals to prepare for it.In

CEO of WindEurope, and Nele Devolder, Senior Vice President at Kellen Europe, to explore how associations can reinvent themselves, deliver

Live recording of Associations Unplugged with Maria Teresa Scardigli and João Sousa, exploring the latest trends shaping the future of
In May 2025, Kellen announced a new collaboration with Sandpiper, a pioneering reputation management consultancy headquartered in Asia. Kellen Europe

What does transparency really mean for EU lobbyists — especially trade associations? In this episode, we speak with Emma Brown,

This episode features Maria Linkova Nijs from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), discussing how trade associations can run effective