As the Business Events Council of Australia (BECA) finalises its COVID-19 Business Events Response & Recovery framework, newly appointed independent chair Dr Vanessa Findlay spoke exclusively with CIM about what a recovery strategy for the business event sector looks like.
LAS VEGAS – Once again, Las Vegas maintains its long-standing reputation as the leading destination for business travel. For the 25th consecutive year, Las Vegas was named the country’s No. 1 trade show destination according to the Trade Show News Network (TSNN) “2018 TSNN Top Trade Shows” list. According to the list, Las Vegas hosted 48 of the largest shows…
People and organisations operating in the “very vibrant” business events industry must voice their views during any federal election debate, says PCO Association president Barry Neame. Ahead of the federal election, which is likely to take place in May 2019, Neame lobbied political parties to take into account the thousands of people the industry brings together for meetings, incentive events,…
PCOA caught up with Yvonne Adele, Master of Ceremonies, for a one on one interview at the PCOA18 Conference, Embracing Change – How Agile Are You In this interview Yvonne shares her thoughts on being prepared for those challenges. Join us for the 12th Annual PCOA Conference and Exhibition, International Convention Centre Sydney, 8 – 10 December 2019
PCOA caught up with Scott Millar, Young Entrepreneur, CEO of Startup Company BOP (Age 18) for a one on one interview after his presentation at PCOA18. In this interview Scott shares his thoughts on New and Emerging Technologies in the Events Space. Join us for the 12th Annual PCOA Conference and Exhibition, International Convention Centre Sydney, 8 – 10 December 2019
The 2019 PCOA conference, building on discussion at last year’s event, will equip and prepare attendees for a world where ‘Anything is Possible’, says PCO Association president Barry Neame. He says the conference program is going to explore new ways of thinking, working and creating via a combination of practical and thought-provoking sessions delivered by industry leaders, practitioners and ‘edge-thinkers’.…
The business events industry demonstrates it is a powerful facilitator of:- Job generation across Australia International trade opportunities Regional development and tourism pathways Soft diplomacy Go-to-market strategies for new products and services (especially from regional areas) Knowledge sharing: research, new technologies and partnership creation Over 38 million people attended more than 429,500 business events across Australia between 2015-2016*. *Information and…
PCOA caught up with Gary Daly, Managing Director, Exhibitions & Trade Fairs, for a one on one interview after his PCOA18 workshop – Doing Exhibitions Differently – How To Increase Your Event Revenue In this interview Gary shares his thoughts on “Adapting to change” Join us for the 12th Annual PCOA Conference and Exhibition, International Convention Centre Sydney, 8 – 10…
PCOA caught up with Belinda Brosnan, CEO Belinda Brosnan, for a one on one interview after her keynote presentation at PCOA18. In this interview Belinda shares her thoughts on “The ability to think outside the square”. Join us for the 12th Annual PCOA Conference and Exhibition, International Convention Centre, 8 – 10 December 2019
Alison Petrie, WA Councillor, has announced she will be stepping down from her position on the PCO Association Council effective immediately. This has been timed to coincide with her announcing her resignation as Managing Director of Encanta Event Management. Barry Neame, president PCO Association cannot thank Alison enough for the dedication, passion, and enthusiasm she has given the association over…