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25.01.2022 Destination NSW has developed fact sheets for 40 established conference locations around the state to showcase their business events offering and local experiences. These fact sheets are a great resource for both professional conference organisers and in-house meeting planners. Nows the time to start planning your next business event in regional New South Wales. Get in touch with Destination NSW at [email protected] to receive a copy of the fact sheets. ... #meetinnsw #LoveNSW #eventprofs #meetingsmeanbusiness #businessevents

25.01.2022 The world is changing at an exponentially growing rate. How do you get your brand out there? What's SEO got to do with it? Harry Sanders, the founder and director of StudioHawk, an award-winning dedicated SEO agency will be at PCOA20 (7-8 December) showing the way to a better business future. "Stop wasting time on things you THINK will work, and start working on things that you KNOW will work."... Find out what sells thousands of tickets to events, what makes eCommerce giants like Officeworks & Mecca grow by 30m+ each year. Discover the secrets of Australia's largest publishers and what they do to stay current and lead their prospective industries. REGISTER TODAY - https://www.pcoaconference.com.au/registration-2020 #pcoa20 #businessevents #hybridevents #eventprofs #virtualevents #eventmanagement #eventsair #studiohawk #seo #PCOA

25.01.2022 Come on a journey to the centre of events on the Gold Coast. One of the few benefits of the GCCEC temporary closure has been the ability for them to shoot a video in a quiet and newly refreshed building. Usually full of thousands of visitors, there arent many opportunities to showcase their spaces as a blank canvas.... https://vimeo.com/442566842 #gccec #eventprofs #covidsafeevents #businessevents #meetingsmeanbusiness

23.01.2022 Save the date for our next PCOA Webinar on Tues 21 July at 11.00am. Jason Holmes from H2 Insurance will talk on the insurance landscape post COVID-19. Registration opening soon.... #H2insurance #eventprofs #businessevents #eventinsurance #meetingprofs

23.01.2022 We are pleased to share with you that BCEC is open for business. Following the official reopening of the Centre by the Queensland Treasurer, the Hon. Cameron Dick, we have since hosted our first events to great acclaim from our clients, with everyone having a good time in a well-managed safe environment. We are now busy working on our upcoming events and continuing to adapt to the challenges and opportunities that COVID-19 brings for us as well as for you, our clients. [ 239 more words ] http://pco.asn.au/brisbane-convention-and-exhbition-centre/

23.01.2022 Marriott International announces their new Meetings & Events initiative called Connect with Confidence. This initiative highlights their new meeting and event protocols based on 5 key pillars: Commitment to Clean: enhanced cleaning protocols throughout the hotel, including public spaces, guest rooms and meeting spaces. Contact Lite Experience: leveraging technology to give attendees the choice on how to interact with hotel associates.... Hybrid Meetings: options with technology and AV partners that enable meeting planners custom solutions. Physical Distancing: reimagining spaces to enable distance in accordance with local guidelines. Redesigned Food & Beverage: offering a variety of F&B options including prepackaged, grab & go and plated service #marriottbonvoyevents #marriottinternational #eventprofs #covidsafe #businessevents #meetingsmeanbusiness

23.01.2022 The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) has announced its enhanced hybrid and virtual capabilities, expanding the list of event offerings at the award-winning venue. Hard hit by the pandemic, the event industry has seen the rapid acceleration of demand for integrated event solutions, with strong enquiry for hybrid, live streaming and online options. Since the implementation of COVID-19 regulations, GCCEC has helped many events take place in various formats. [ 175 more words ] https://pco.asn.au/now-streaming-hybrid-events-at-gccec/

22.01.2022 If you love to work with customers, EventsAIR have a job opening for a Customer Relations Manager. EventsAIR offers a comprehensive event management cloud platform, which is trusted by event professionals around the world. For details on this role visit https://pco.asn.au/positions-vacant/... #EventsAIR #eventjobs #eventtech #eventprofs

22.01.2022 So what does the new future of events look like? Experience first hand how virtual & hybrid event solutions can be customised depending on budget, what level of support you require, what you are streaming and to whom you are communicating at the SMC Conference & Function Centre Showcase. For more info and to register.... https://pco.asn.au/smc-conference-function-centre-showcase/ #COVIDsafe #venueready #sydneyvenue #smcevents #eventprofs

21.01.2022 Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) has re-opened under a Covid safe plan and has started hosting events again. Find out what their team learnt during the lockdown period, what they value now more than pre-COVID-19 and how they think events will change in the future in this recent micenet article. http://mice.net.au/article/come-back-plan-gccec/... #micenet #gccec #eventprofs #covidsafeevents #covidssafe

21.01.2022 Another win for the EventsAIR team! They were awarded Best Event Management Platform at the 2020 Event Technology Awards. Congratulations from us all at PCOA.... Read the full details in our newsroom: https://pco.asn.au/eventsair-wins-best-event-management-pl/ #EventsAIR #eventtech #virtualevents #hybridevents #eventmanagement #awards EventsAIR

20.01.2022 OnAIR by EventsAIR Wins Gold Stevie Award in 2020 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. More than 1,000 nominations from organisations across the Asia-Pacific region were considered this year in categories such as Award for Excellence in Innovation in Products & Services, Award for Innovative Management, and Award for Innovation in Corporate Websites, among many others. OnAIR by EventsAIR won in the Innovation in Technology Development in Computer Industries category.... Congratulations from all of the team at PCOA. #EventsAIR #OnAIR #StevieAwards #virtualevents #hybridevents #eventtech

20.01.2022 2020 has given us a great opportunity to make some changes to our lifestyle, what we eat, how much we drink and how much or little we exercise. Hear more on boosting your mood with Lola Berry at PCOA20. Take a sneak peek below.... ICMI Lola Berry

19.01.2022 EventsAIR passes 100,000 virtual attendees since the launch of OnAIR, working with 1000s of event planners around the globe. EventsAIR is grateful to all customers who have helped in attaining this impressive achievement and looks forward to continued growth both in the EventsAIR platform and in the benefits for event planners and their attendees and delegates. Read the full article in our news room ... https://pco.asn.au/eventsair-passes-100000-virtual-attende/ #EventsAIR #OnAIR #Eventtech #virtualevents #hybridevents #eventprofs #eventmanagement

17.01.2022 The EventsAIR team has been working around the clock to assist event planners globally to deliver virtual events as well as looking at ways that OnAIR could be enhanced. With over forty thousand (and rapidly climbing) attendees having used OnAIR, it is set to be an essential tool on the road to business recovery for event organisers. The newly released Version 2 of OnAIR includes a list of new features to engage, educate and motivate virtual attendees.... https://pco.asn.au/eventsair-drives-event-management-softw/ #EventsAIR #ONAir #virtualevents #hybridevents #eventtech #eventprofs

15.01.2022 Did you know the lens on your smartphone is better than the Hubble Space telescope? Join our next PCOA webinar on Thurs 13 Aug when Julian Mather shows a new approach to using video throughout your business. Register here https://kapara.rdbk.com.au/landers/ccf024.html... #PCOAwebinar #julianmather #smartphonevideo #eventprof #eventtech

15.01.2022 Is Hybrid the future for virtual and live events? Read the full article in our news room on how ON AIR services reached a 500% greater audience for NFP Palliative Care Australia. https://pco.asn.au/case-study-hybrid-future-for-virtual-an/... #eventprofs #hybridevents #virtualevents #smcfc #eventmanagement #businessevents

15.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE: BECA appears before Senate Select Committee on COVID-19 for reinforcements to support Australia's $35.7 billion industry 21 August 2020 BECA has called for targeted government support that will build confidence and create momentum for people to get back to in-person business events. Border restrictions continue to impose the most significant challenge impeding the recovery of the business events industry. [ 751 more words ] https://pco.asn.au/beca-appears-before-senate-select-commi/

12.01.2022 Sydneys iconic home of fun, Luna Park, will re-open its smile from this Friday 3 July for the first time in 15 weeks after it ceased operations temporarily in response to COVID-19. To read the full update visit our News Room. https://pco.asn.au/luna-park-sydney-will-be-turning-the-li/... #lunaparksydney #welcomeback #Sydney #PCOAbusinesspartner #eventprofs

12.01.2022 We would like to warmly welcome Rockhampton Regional Council to the PCOA business partner program. As the capital of Central Queensland, Rockhampton is the leading meetings, incentives, conferences and events destination in the region. #ExploreRockhampton #eventprofs #businessevents #eventsmeanbusiness

11.01.2022 The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) has an opening for a part time Events and Administration Officer. The role will coordinate events and Branch committee administration including planning and implementation, meeting deadlines, budgets, agenda / minutes, sponsor liaison and reporting. For more info and to apply:... https://pco.asn.au/positions-vacant/ #eventprofs #eventjobs

11.01.2022 Members of PCOA have 24/7 access to our members section, this resource includes an on demand archive of over 75 webinars. Some of our recent recordings include: - Insurance landscape post COVID-19 - Jason Holmes... - How to Increase Engagement with Online Meetings - Warwick Merry - Better in Chaos: Leading Yourself through Uncertain Times - Belinda Brosnan - Lessons learnt to prepare you post COVID-19 - Ashley Gordon There is an array of great content ready for viewing. For information on membership visit: https://pco.asn.au/membership/ #PCOA #webinar #onlinelearning #eventprofs #eventmanagement

11.01.2022 Andrew Klein is looking forward to meeting with attendees both live and virtually at PCOA20. Hear a little more from Andrew on what he'll be presenting on ... #eventprofs #businessevents #hybridevents #virtualevents #eventmanagement #meetingsmeanbusiness #PCOA20 #andrewklein ICMI

10.01.2022 Earlier this week Prime Minister Scott Morrison met with representatives of BECA (Business Events Council of Australia) at Sydney-based DisplayWise and Creative Hires warehouse and listened to the concerns facing our industry. https://www.linkedin.com//displaywise_displaywise-and-crea #meetingsmeanbusiness #eventprofs #businessevents #COVID-19 #DisplayWise #CreativeHire

10.01.2022 Save the date for PCOA20. You can attend in person or virtually - the choice is yours! For more information visit the website: https://www.pcoaconference.com.au/... #PCOA20 #hybridevents #eventprofs #EventsAIR #businessevents #meetingsmeanbusiness

10.01.2022 Thinking of all our Victorian based members, business partners and industry colleagues during this difficult and challenging period. We hope you stay safe & well.

08.01.2022 In this short video Julian Mather touches on what you'll take away from our PCOA webinar this Thursday 13 Aug. Join our Smartphone Video Revolution webinar by registering here: https://kapara.rdbk.com.au/landers/ccf024.html

08.01.2022 Only 2 weeks until PCOA20 - Don't miss out! Hear from our MC Nick Bartlett - you must be pre-registered to take part ... Register here: https://www.pcoaconference.com.au/registration-2020

08.01.2022 R U OK? You dont have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before theyre in crisis, which could change their life.... By asking, listening without judgement, encouraging action and checking in, you can help someone you care about through a tough time. Learn more at ruok.org.au

08.01.2022 In our next PCOA Webinar with Melissa Richardson, we will learn about the role mentoring plays in a socially distanced world and more. Join us on the 10th Sept by registering below: https://kapara.rdbk.com.au/landers/2113d2.html... #eventprofs #mentoring #coaching #mentors #mentees #ArtofMentoring

07.01.2022 Prime Minister announces $50 million injection to drive confidence for Australias business events industry. Barry Neame, President of PCOA said The establishment of the Federal recovery fund is a wonderful and timely announcement for PCOs and their clients across Australia, trying to run a business event during the most challenging conditions. Once state borders open, with this support we will do our bit to get the Australian economy back on its feet. Read the full release... in our News Room. https://pco.asn.au/prime-minister-announces-50-million-inj/ #BECA #businessevents #meetingsmeanbusiness #eventprofs

06.01.2022 EventsAIR Wins Gold Stevie Award in 2020 International Business Awards A huge congrats to Trevor and the entire team from all at PCOA. Visit our News Room to read the full announcement: https://pco.asn.au/eventsair-wins-gold-stevie-award-in-202/... #EventsAIR #OnAIR #StevieAwards #eventtech #eventprofs #virtualevents #hybridevents

06.01.2022 In this edition we take you to Taranaki, Palmerston North and Whanganui. We also take a look at some Venues with a Difference, have a regional update from Auckland and report on a famil to Queenstown. There's our regular people on the move, social scene and industry update columns too. We welcome your feedback, insights, comments and suggestions by email to [email protected] So put the coffee on and enjoy the read! https://pco.asn.au/new-zealands-meeting-newz-edition-july-/

06.01.2022 Join our next PCOA webinar on Thurs 13 Aug - 'The Smartphone Video (R)evolution' with Julian Mather. Youll use your pocket sized TV station to market yourself cleverly, build trust with clients, get more leads and stop your business turning invisible in the digital age. Register here: https://kapara.rdbk.com.au/landers/ccf024.html... #PCOAwebinar #julianmather #smartphonevideo #eventprof #eventtech #smartphone #videorevolution

06.01.2022 27 August 2020 ONE in three of us now attend more than 10 virtual events a month, according to a new study that indicates the sharp growth in online events sparked by the need to work and meet remotely could become permanent. More than half (51%) of the respondents to the Australian study 1 expect to attend even more virtual events this time next year, while four in five say virtual events can be as good as or better than their physical event counterparts. [ 690 more words ] https://pco.asn.au/virtual-events-play-central-role-in-aus/

05.01.2022 A flashback to PCOA19 held at the ICC Sydney in Dec, co-emceed by the wonderful Andrew Klein and Amanda Stevens and captured in scribe by the talented Paul Telling from the Visual Storytellers. We will meet again! #PCOA #eventprofs #eventmanagers #eventmanagement #businessevents #meetingsmeanbusiness #ICCSydney

04.01.2022 Join our PCOA webinar next Tues 21 July when Jason Holmes from H2 will talk on the insurance landscape post COVID-19. This webinar will provide you with a greater understanding of where the insurance market currently is positioned and the options available enabling you to be well informed and able to guide your clients as to what they may do with upcoming events. Register here: https://kapara.rdbk.com.au/landers/f5e59c.html

04.01.2022 What a year 2020 has been! PCOA are excited to announce PCOA20 is going Hybrid. The live site will be hosted at the Hyatt Regency Sydney, with satellite events in Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth and Auckland on the 7 - 8 Dec 2020. ... PCOA is offering everyone the opportunity to attend PCOA20 in person or virtually. The choice is yours! Hear from our fun and witty emcee Nick Bartlett. #EventsAIR #hybridevents #eventprofs #eventtech #eventmanagement #businessevents #meetingsmeanbusiness #PCOA20

04.01.2022 Expressions of interest are open for the Southern Highlands business events famil program. Famil delegates can expect to enjoy breathtaking waterfalls, fresh country air, idyllic walks, fine food and wine while in the beautiful Southern Highlands, located just over an hour's drive south of Sydney. Experience first-hand the variety of unique venues and experiences on offer for your next event. Dates: 13-15 October 2020. ... Register your interest by Friday 21 August https://lnkd.in/gvCYgwR or email [email protected] #meetinnsw #eventprofs #businessevents #meetingsmeanbusiness

03.01.2022 Mentoring in the New World. During our next PCOA webinar with Melissa Richardson we will examine how mentoring is adapting in 2020 and why mentoring relationships are more important than ever before. Register here to join us on Thurs 10 Sept:... https://kapara.rdbk.com.au/landers/2113d2.html #eventprofs #mentoring #coaching #mentors #mentees #ArtofMentoring

03.01.2022 Encanta Event Management are on the lookout for a highly experienced Conference and Event Manager to be based in their Melbourne office. For further info on this position head to: https://pco.asn.au/positions-vacant/ #encantaeventmanagement #eventprofs #eventjobs #eventmanagement #businessevents

03.01.2022 Getting the right speakers for your conference and event is crucial, for both face to face and online events. How do you find the right fit, how do you know if they are everything their marketing material or bio says they are, where do speaker bureaus or agents fit in the mix, is it necessary to have seen them speak in person? 3 industry professionals who each see different sides of the speaker puzzle will speak on this panel during PCOA20.... Visit the Conference website to register: https://www.pcoaconference.com.au/ #PCOA20 #eventprofs #businessevents #meetingsmeanbusiness #hybridevents #virtualevents #eventmanagement ICMI

02.01.2022 Applications are now open for the Business Events Boost Program to aid domestic recovery. The new partnership program provides the opportunity to access funding support and leverage Business Events Australia's expertise to deliver marketing or distribution projects that will help drive demand for domestic business events. For further details visit our News Room.... https://pco.asn.au/business-events-boost-program-applicati/ #businessevents #eventprofs #meetinaustralia #eventhere

01.01.2022 Are you looking for your next exciting career move, working with a growing international hotel group? Pan Pacific are hiring a Marketing Communications Manager to work across their Victorian hotels. This role is full-time and based primarily in Melbourne's iconic South Wharf precinct. For more info and to apply visit our jobs page https://pco.asn.au/positions-vacant/