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Michele Maccapani Travel Retai l Manager, Bric ’s W e would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to TFWA for its pivotal role in the duty free and travel retail industry. Over the past 40 years, TFWA has provided an essential platform that allows companies to connect, collaborate, and gain invaluable insights into the ever-evolving market. By bringing together key players from around the world, TFWA has enabled us to deepen our understanding of the industry’s dynamics and enhance our offerings. Congratulations on this important milestone, and we look forward to many more years of shared success and innovation! There are countless fond memories from TFWA events, ranging from insightful speeches by influential figures in politics, industry, and society to the unforgettable evening parties and extraordinary concerts – Mika’s performance being one that particularly stands out. TFWA has not only been a key forum for business networking, but also a place where personal and professional experiences blend seamlessly, leaving a lasting impact on all attendees. Rob Robertaccio Senior Vice President , Global & Travel Retai l Sales , E. Gluck Corp. W hat an amazing accomplishment for a trade association of the size and scale that TFWA is. It is a testament to the organisation, as well as the industry. I wish TFWA another successful 40 years and more of bringing businesses together. This is my sixth year attending, and it is the social gatherings and new friends that I have made that will always be the most memorable. I hope the industry will continue to persevere and grow through both the good and bad times. In a post-Covid era, TFWA has certainly shown its strength which is something a successful future can be built upon. Niek Vonk Manager Global Duty Free & Africa Export , Heineken W e would like to thank TFWA for many years of partnership! For many years TFWA has proven to be the cornerstone of meeting our partners and building true personal connections – something which is not always easy given the European and global scope we operate in, but which is a key value of Heineken. We look forward to making newmemories and creating more moments of true togetherness during this 40th anniversary! TFWA is the ultimate balance between business and moments of true togetherness, which lay the foundation for valuable partnerships! TFWA has proven to be this foundation for many years. TFWA World Exhibition & Conference and our yearly Heineken party gives us the great possibility to bring our brand positioning to life with our partners. We hope to be a key contributor to sustainable growth and create consumer experiences that matter, helping our partners to increase consumer engagement. Wednesday 2 Oc tobe r 2024 27 T F W A D A I L Y