Many events are average some are good but it is the exception that they are great.

The Think Tank run by FESPA UK Association, was an exception.

Gathered together in the sumptuous surroundings of the RITZ those fortunate enough to be invited discovered a level of agreement that was unexpected.

Attendees stated how much they enjoyed the event. It gave them an opportunity to talk face to face with people who they knew of but often had never met. They felt it was of real value and facilitated a much greater understanding.

Having the ability to express frankly and openly their opinions and experiences with their peers had a very positive effect.

Based on the principle of “Chatham House Rules” that is when a meeting is held under the Chatham House Rule, participants are free to use the information received, but neither the identity nor the affiliation of the speaker(s), nor that of any other participant, may be revealed.

The effect of this was to encourage a full and frank discussion on matters of process improvement through the headline topic of Lean Manufacturing. The effect of market conditions on profitability, how companies could work together to communicate their capabilities to end users.

After much animated conversation it was time for the champagne reception to be followed by private dining. The conversation continued and new alliances were formed over a fine dining menu in superb surroundings.

All who attended wanted the opportunity to return for the next “Think Tank” to be held on 6th September 2011 at the RITZ.

The following delegates attended the meeting.

• Augustus Martin Limited
• Cestrian Limited
• Gardvenus Limited
• Icon Display Limited
• Image Data Group Limited
• Image Factory UK Limited
• Impression UK Limited
• McKenzie Clark Limited
• NJ Screenprints Limited
• Print House Group Limited
• Screenprint Productions Limited
• Simpson Group
• UrbanStorm Limited
• Macro Art Limited