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Tim Birley Rising Star Award – Applications close 30th September

PCOA in partnership with the Pan Pacific Hotels Group, is calling for applications from our community to be considered for the inaugural Tim Birley Rising Star Award. Tim was an industry champion who tragically passed away in March 2022. Tim was the ultimate professional, and truly understood how to balance customer care with results for his hotels.

The Conference Collective Podcast Series – Episode 3

In this episode of The Conference Collective Podcast we welcome Denise Broeren, Co-Director of Think Business Events. Denise shares her journey in the events industry and sheds light on her experience working on the 2022 WFOT Congress. Denise further discusses the challenges that come with hosting international events and how she managed to overcome any cultural differences that were experienced during the WFOT Congress in Paris.

Accessibility at the forefront of GCCEC

With its accessible infrastructure, attentive staff and dedication to making events enjoyable for all, GCCEC invites all visitors to take part in world-class experiences. The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) is a shining example of a modern, inclusive, and accessible venue that caters to the diverse needs of all attendees.

ICMS Australasia team celebrate record year, sunning it up on the Gold Coast

ICMS Australasia (ICMSA) celebrated the strongest 12 months in the company’s 57 year history with three days of staff development workshops and fab experiences on the Gold Coast in late July.

Off the back of conferences around the country, ICMSA Owner and Managing Director, Emma Bowyer, took the entire team away to refresh, refocus and get to know the new members of the company’s Christchurch office.

GEELONG’S FUTURE CONVENTION CENTRE TO BE NAMED NYAAL BANYUL

The Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation is gifting a new name to what has been known as Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre returning Wadawurrung language to country. Minister for Regional Development Harriet Shing, Federal Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories Kristy McBain, and City of Greater Geelong Mayor Trent Sullivan joined Wadawurrung Elders, family and staff to announce the centre will be named Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre.

PCOA’s August webinar – ‘Tactical Marketing for Business Events: Boost Registrations, Engage Attendees and Leverage AI’

In this power-packed 30-minute webinar, Kelly will cover practical tactics to achieve event marketing success that goes beyond just increasing registrations. While getting people in the door is an important part of any event marketing plan. We will also explore the art of engaging your attendees from start to finish. Learn how to create pre-event buzz, deliver memorable on-the-day experiences, and make a lasting impact with post-event marketing.