Organisers

Producers, Managers
and Convenors

Attracting the Stars of Tomorrow

We cannot underestimate the importance of mentorship and career development. One of the best ways to retain talent and keep people engaged in the industry is by offering clear pathways for growth. Establishing mentorship programs and providing professional development opportunities is essential for nurturing the next generation of business events leaders.

PCOA Association Manager

PCOA Association Manager – Part-Time Position (25-30 Hours Per Week – 1 August 2025 onwards) subject to availability. • Leadership experience within a membership-based, business events, or not-for-profit organisation. 

• Strong organisational and project management skills. 
• Experience in marketing, B2B and B2C sales, and membership growth initiatives. 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.  

MEETINGS’25 to showcase Wellington’s Best

The best of Wellington will be on show when New Zealand’s biggest national tradeshow for the business events industry gathers in Auckland, this June.

This year, the WellingtonNZ stand at Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA)’s MEETINGS will feature 12 partners and an exciting line-up of local Wellington goodies.

New CEO announced for BESydney

Following a late-2024 announcement that current BESydney CEO, Lyn Lewis-Smith, would step down in the middle of 2025, Sydney’s business events bidding organisation has announced Amanda Lampe as BESydney’s next head.

The Star Brisbane launches new poolside event space

The Star Brisbane has launched a new skyline events space alongside three infinity-style pools at the Queen’s Wharf precinct.

Offering sweeping views over the Brisbane River, the Isoletto Pool Club offers areas for corporate occasions and events, complementing the Event Centre at the heart of the precinct.