IBC Meetup (Amsterdam)
Hey everyone, During this year’s IBC, the VES Germany chapter is looking forward to connecting with our fellow members from the Netherlands – and any other VES members attending the conference. We’ll meet on Sunday, September 14, at 13:00 at Tap Zuid...
20% Off FMX 2025 Tickets for VES Members (Stuttgart)
VES Members Receive Exclusive 20% Discount on FMX 2025 Tickets VES members must login to sign up to receive Discount Code below (There are a very limited number of discount codes, so please do not sign up if you will not definitely attend FMX 2025 in Stuttgart,...
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