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.
The Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc (PCOA) says that there has been overwhelming success for exhibition and sponsorship sales for PCOA25.
With the conference set to take place at the world-class Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre from 7 – 9 December 2025, the response from sponsors and exhibitors has once again affirmed the event’s reputation as a must-attend for the business events community across Australia and New Zealand.
The Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc. is excited to announce its Program Advisory Committee for this year’s PCOA25 conference at the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, #NewZealand in December.
In this edition of Meeting Newz our cover story focuses on Auckland. We’ll take a close look at how new infrastructure is shaping our largest city along with industry trends and key business events. We also learn more about the Hawke’s Bay region and we have a review of PCOA in Brisbane.