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ICEFAT
Newsletter #1 — 2006 |
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MESSAGE
FROM THE CHAIR
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Professor
Victoria Lu |
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
I am pleased to report that this year’s convention in Singapore
was another
“overwhelming” success. Thanks to all sub- committee members
who worked so diligently during the year. And “thank you”
to our hosts Dick Chia and Ida Ng (Helu-trans) for all their efforts
in arranging an excellent program, one which I am sure will not soon
be forgotten.
The format of the conference marked a departure from previous years
as the sub-committees all worked hard to develop and achieve a firm
procedural footing for ICEFAT to move forward on. This allowed the
Steering Committee the opportunity to invite a guest speaker from
China. Professor Victoria Lu, Artistic Director of Bund 18 Creative
Center in Shanghai and a Professor at several institutions, gave us
a first hand look at the vibrant and bountiful contemporary art community
in China.
In addition, Ms. Lu offered some excellent insights into the challenges
working within this emerging market from both a transportation and
museological standpoint. The Steering Committee thanks Ms. Lu for
her presentation and looks forward to expanding this part of the program
during next year’s convention in Istanbul.
As happens every year, ICEFAT welcomed many new member companies to
our annual conference, extending coverage in existing markets and
expanding our member base in new geographical locations. In this and
upcoming issues you will be able to find out more information about
these fine companies.
I would be remiss if I did not once again thank Ms. Marianne Honders,
our tireless Secretary General, for her outstanding efforts, not only
during the convention but throughout the year. She truly is the glue
that binds our organization together.
In closing, I would like to send friends, colleagues, clients and
associates, the best wishes for the coming
year. May our “collective consciousness” be focused on
bringing Peace to all, throughout the world.
Mark Starling |
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