IFA Media Kit

IFA Berlin is run by IFA Management GmbH – a joint venture founded by gfu Consumer & Home Electronics GmbH together with Clarion Events Ltd, one of the world’s leading independent event organizers.

Under the new partnership, IFA plans to build on its success by expanding its digital offering and the IFA Next brand to add more start-ups and innovative products to the event. The new partnership will invest in features, new experiences, and entertainment to generate more value and excitement for attendees, sponsors and exhibitors.  

Leif Lindner is the appointed new Managing Director of IFA Management GmbH since 1 October 2023 and he will be in charge of planning and implementing IFA Berlin 2024, along with co-Managing Director Jörg Arntz. This move highlights the company’s focus on long-term planning and innovation in the trade show industry. Leif Lindner’s extensive industry knowledge, sales experience, and leadership skills will strengthen IFA’s position as the leading global trade show.

Leif Lindner brings more than 25 years of industry expertise, including a significant tenure at Samsung Electronics Germany. His experience in multicultural settings and his wide industry network is a valuable assets in his role as Managing Director.

CEO at IFA Berlin

Leif Lindner

Leif Lindner is the appointed new CEO of IFA Management GmbH since 1 October 2023. This move highlights the company’s focus on long-term planning and innovation in the trade show industry. Leif Lindner’s extensive industry knowledge, sales experience, and leadership skills will strengthen IFA’s position as the leading global trade show.

Leif Lindner brings more than 25 years of industry expertise, including a significant tenure at Samsung Electronics Germany. His experience in multicultural settings and his wide industry network is a valuable assets in his role as Managing Director.