Australian and international associations in the Agriculture, Food and Wine industries take a look at the event opportunities as well as the business reasons for convening in Adelaide.
To effectively communicate the real value of association meetings, the new ICCA Incredible Impacts Programme is offering associations grants for their future events.
The five-year global partnership between IACC and the Meeting Professionals International (MPI) will benefit members through sharing educational resources and collaborating on research initiatives.
Australian association management company, The Association Specialists (TAS), makes its international debut with the opening of its office in Singapore, providing best practices and services to the Asia Pacific association sector.
Global – ibtm events has announced its partnership with the International Live Events Association (ILEA) to collaborate on future projects that will extend the global access of new markets to both parties.
Global – The Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) has announced the formation of Regional Advisory Boards for the EMEA and APAC regions to develop its presence in these markets.
Asia Pacific has strong potential to run more conferences generated from within the region.
Getting things done in Asia according to international expectations often loses something in translation. Being aware of these gaps is a first step to resolving misunderstandings.
Singapore – Janet Tan-Collis, President for the Singapore Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (SACEOS), has announced two key roles to help shape the country’s business events landscape.
The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), well known for its stringent membership criteria has recently detected that some meetings listed might not be all that they seem.
What really matters to association organisers.
Korea – The Seoul MICE Alliance (SMA) gained 36 members in October, strengthening the city’s business events support ahead of the SMA Annual Meeting on November 24, 2016.
The ability to track and measure the economic impact of business events creates a sustainable future for the industry.
In inimitable style, Adelaide is totally re-designing its central city area. After enjoying the warmth of the city’s friendliness and hospitality, take a closer look into this “BioMed City”.
Australia – Adelaide has 3,000 reasons to smile now that it has been named host city for the Australian Dental Congress in 2021, one of the largest business events in the country with over 3,000 participants.
Macao – Over 80 professionals from the region’s tourism and events industry gathered for the second edition of an event series organised by the Macau Meeting, Incentives and Special Events Association (MISE).
South Korea – Findings from the latest International Meetings Statistics Report by the Union of International Associations (UIA) has revealed that Korea ranks second globally and first in Asia for the number of global congresses hosted in 2015.
For so many organisations there is a pressure to “open new markets for members”, especially in regions that are culturally different. Who is enabling this exchange and how does it benefit both sides?
Australia – The Global Exhibitions Day at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) on June 8, 2016, is designed to highlight the impact the exhibition industry has on local economies.
Global – The Global Association Hubs Partnership (GAHP) has introduced three key developments including a new appointment, website and dialogue platforms, to help associations to grow and expand internationally.
New Zealand – The 16th World Cereal and Bread Congress is expected to bring in over 600 delegates to the new Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre in mid-2020.
Growing from their start in March 2015 and partnering with sponsor Meetings & Exhibitions Hong Kong (MEHK), ASAE's 2016 Great Ideas in Association Management Conference, Asia Pacific, ran from April 10-12, 2016 at the Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong hotel.
Asia – All Meetings & Events business units of Le Passage to India (LPTI) will move under the global Pacific World brand. The global DMC and event management company has also its extended partnership with TUI China.
Global – InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG) strategic joint venture with aviation group, ANA HOLDINGS (ANA HD), will continue till 2036, following a successful decade of collaboration.
Malaysia - Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) and Malaysia Airlines Berhad (MAB) are determined to win over the business tourism and major events market through a Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA).
Associations in Asia and the supporting supplier trade are developing their expertise and gaining benefits from international groups with a keen interest in the continued growth of the region.
Managing associations is a specialised business and not at all what appears to the outside world.
Stronger by grouping American and Australian groups of association executives share experiences and training to help develop good governance models in Asia based associations challenging some long held out of date practices.
Macao – If cinema and stage are significantly judged by their mise-en-scene, then in the world of special events, Macao is ideally positioned.
Association magnet Adelaide hosted the annual PCOA at the end of 2015, and showcased strong collaboration and concepts for the associations sector.
Post-PCOA 2015, a select group experienced how Adelaide can create a unique space for delegates to encourage connection.
Australia - The International Association of Conference Centres (IACC) held its annual meeting in Sydney from January 17-20, 2016 with new learning formats and a theme of “Let's Invent Tomorrow”.
Global – A study among 378 members of the International Association of Conference Centres (IACC) revealed its Top Meeting Package Trends for 2016 which are influencing meeting planners and venue operators across the globe.
South Korea – COEX in Seoul plans to accelerate development in its vicinity, turning it into a global business events base.
BestCities Global Alliance’s unified model of commitment to excellence is key to sustainable association management.
In the month of August, Biz Events Asia examines the associations marketplace and observes a slow but firm move towards collaboration, innovation and expansion.
Biz Events Asia drops in on PCMA’s head honcho in the week of ibtm america in Chicago to find out more about the shifting tides in the associations marketplace.
The 10th edition of the Associations Forum held at the Adelaide Convention Centre highlighted issues in the mature Australian associations sector while giving Adelaide an opportunity to shine.
The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) introduced its Education Forum to the Korean market this year, in response to the market’s growing need for best practices.
The 10th anniversary of the Asian Federation of Exhibition and Convention Associations marks the start of a greater push for industry professionalism.
How an association’s drive for change and development transformed the business events industry in Singapore.
Malaysia – Kuala Lumpur is set to be the host destination for the 16th Asia Pacific Life Insurance Congress (16th APLIC) taking place May 17 – 19, 2017.
Plan your business functions or social events of any scale with the choices of versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces including 2 conference centres, beach and gardens as well as a Balinese-themed amphitheater like no other in the island.
Book a meeting or event at a participating SPG® hotel or resort in Asia Pacific, and get your choice of three rewards
Langham Hospitality Group has launched its No Strings Attached PLUS programme, offering event planners and organisers more flexibility with exclusive rewards and privileges.
Combine work and play at The Fullerton Hotel Singapore with exclusive offers on Corporate Meeting Packages.
Allow Novotel Suites Hanoi meeting specialists to provide expert guidance for your conference, meetings and seminars of up to 215 persons. 180 sq m of modular upscale ballroom with high-tech equipment in a contemporary environment.
The city of angels beckons! MICE groups can enjoy additional benefits at Novotel Bangkok Platinum Pratunam and be right in the middle of it all.
Grand Mercure Danang is the ideal venue for all occasions. With its world-class accommodation, state-of-the-art meeting facilities and colourful attractions, the hotel promises an unforgettable experience
Free duty free cash voucher with a minimum of seven rooms booked, including meeting package until October 31, 2017.
Get more for less with complimentary Skytrain passes for all meeting attendees plus airport transfers and “Fast Track” service for VIPs.
Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square located in the centre of the business and shopping districts with easy access to the BTS Skytrain.
Ibis Saigon Airport offers a wide selection of meeting space includes boardroom capable to accommodate 217 guests.
Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila has released its Meetings Unlimited package for meetings and conventions.
Stage an immersive meeting to deliver an experiential environment that fully engages delegates with The Langham, Hong Kong’s Meaningful Meetings for the Senses.
New World Millennium Hong Kong Hotel has launched its “Power Meetings” package for meeting planners to take advantage.
Create the ultimate “smart” event all under one roof with Smart Meetings at Sands Resorts Macao, comprising seven distinctive properties spanning over 150,000 sq m of versatile meeting spaces.
The event spaces at Pullman Phuket Panwa Beach Resort are designed for performance.
Perched above Phuket’s Naithon Beach, the stunning unblocked ocean views from the lobby of Pullman Phuket Arcadia take delegates’ breath away whilst injecting a sense of renewal as soon as they arrive.
Host your event within the most sophisticated meeting facilities in Siem Reap or against the grandeur of ancient Angkor monuments.
Uniquely located in Danang downtown on the beautifully designed West Bank of the Han River, Novotel Danang Premier Han River is set to take its place as a premier hotel and events venue.
Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 offers a range of meeting and events venues including a Grand Ballroom that can welcome up to 800 participants and an additional of six meeting room.
From now until December 2017, plan your meeting at Harbour Grand Hong Kong to enjoy complimentary room or suite upgrade, and more.
Marina Mandarin Singapore seeks to deliver the best as they cater to business needs with their full suite of dedicated facilities and services.
The St. Regis Singapore invites meeting and event planners to join the hotel’s efforts in building a better environment. Its sustainable meeting offer allows you to go green and contributes to the venue’s plans for more eco-conscious corporate events.
Novotel Hua Hin Cha Am Beach Resort & Spa is offering a new dimension for meetings and events.
MICE organisers and guests looking to host their events at Amara Singapore now have the option to enjoy an array of Halal-certified menus which are exclusively prepared and served from its events kitchen.
Relaunched in August 2016, The Slate Phuket is offering a holistic wellbeing MICE package to encourage creativity and team-bonding for the modern, health-conscious business executive.
At Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, every experience calls for a celebration, and indulgence is a way of life. Host your next meeting at one of the 21 event and meeting venues and discover spectacular experiences that will surprise and delight you and your guests.
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Korea now ranks in the number one spot worldwide for global congresses hosted the previous year, according to the most recent International Meetings Statistics Report released by the Union of International Associations (UIA).
Two years in the making, the first “Ultimate Download - Asia’s Leading Meetings & Events Destination” familiarisation experience hosted by Sands Resorts Macao brought together 170 delegates in an ambitious initiative that highlighted its best business eve
Now in its 11th consecutive year of partnership, the IBTM World-hosted ICCA Forum for Young Professionals gathers 35 young events industry professionals for a three-day long programme to learn from some of the industry’s most influential professionals.
American Express Meeting & Events has revealed insights into the perspective of physicians regarding meeting and event preferences and common practices.
Each time someone asks my opinion, I am so humbled that it is so highly valued. It is something I have always taken very seriously in my work and personal relationships.
I believe everyone seeks equilibrium at some point in their professional life – a stage where I define as having established a stable relationship with his or her profession and/or organisation, and is at peace with the pros and cons that come with it.
Organisations and skilled talents need to constantly realign their strategies and mindset in this fast-paced environment.
The ultimate question we are likely to face as mothers is how to find that delicate balance between family, children and a career. It’s a challenging decision but if you love what you do, you’ll find a way and make it work.
The role of a travel manager is evolving. Not only is the travel industry becoming more complex, the rise of digital tools in the past decade has completely revolutionised the way business travellers book and travel.
After much deliberation, the date for your business event has finally been fixed into the calendar. The venue has been booked, and the logistics planning involving bringing a large group of people away from their day-to-day work to one location has begun.
The association sector is a vital asset to any nation. Where there is freedom to associate, people and businesses with common interests will bond together and form an association.
How can international sellers engage buyers from different cultural backgrounds at trade show appointments?
Any joined up strategy needs a joined up operational plan and it’s not enough to simply do some traditional marketing and business development.
The live events industry in Hong Kong is a super-subsector consisting of numerous multidisciplinary professionals ranging from large agencies to marketers and entertainers, yet Hong Kong has no official channel of communication for the industry.
It is a common adage that it takes a lot less time and money to grow existing relationships than it does to secure new customers. So why aren’t we putting all our efforts into engaging and nurturing our current client base?
Capturing the minds of delegates attending an event and keeping them engaged throughout is a challenge. Of course, there are many aspects to an event that converge to deliver the finale, and a key component of this is the venue.
More than just tailoring an exclusive programme, strong soft skills are needed to weather any unexpected situations.
If we are not happy with trade show participation, we have the power to change it.
Overcoming language and network barriers to become the first Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) in Vietnam.
The exclusivity of the word “luxury” has been eroded and has been misused on so many levels that it almost carries no weight anymore. For me, luxury is all about freedom.
The world has begun looking away from the concrete jungle and skyscrapers towards places of equal balance between nature and man-made; between old and new as well as between business and leisure.
There is no arguing that preparing a well-delivered talk takes time than most. But like anything else, with practice, your skills get better and your prep time gets less.
India has been the hotbed of hospitality sector’s interest for many years now. Surging with key drivers of growth in place, the Indian hospitality industry has experienced remarkable progress in recent years.
Long-term and mutually rewarding relationships are the end game. Negotiation without a purpose is a mistake.
The ability to convert is based on your ability to tailor the suitable solutions. Be giving to establish a relationship.
Everyone loves a venue with breathtaking design and decoration. However, venues without soft skills often leave a bad taste in event planners’ mouth.
Despite the growth in travel from non-English speaking nations, many hotels have not trained their staff to communicate properly with their corporate guests in the lingua franca of the business world: English.
Over the past year, associations have become increasingly aware of the negative health impact of events and meetings.
China is showing the world how it is transitioning from the world’s most polluted country to a sustainability leader.
Working for a trade venue has it challenges but persistence pays off.
Given the omnipresence of mobiles, it is only natural that event planners would want an app to accompany visitors throughout the event experiences they have crafted.
Insights from IMEX by Adele Symonds, Marketing Manager, Staging Connections
Unique team building activities in Singapore have become an increasing demand from event planners as a growing number of companies are opting for creative and unique activities to engage their employees.
Believe it or not, there is a tried-and-tested formula for engagement that works, one we are all familiar with in our day to day lives yet we may not even realise we’re using it, or not using it…
Isn’t it time to realise that the world will end if this industry does not support the media that works for them!
After all the blood, sweat and tears invested into their work, why can't event professionals take things personally ?
David L. Jones, Professor and Programme Director - Hospitality Business at SIT shares how empowerment is key to retaining talent in this competitive MICE landscape.
Growing from their start in March 2015 and partnering with sponsor Meetings & Exhibitions Hong Kong (MEHK), ASAE’s specialist event for the region, ASAE’s 2016 Great Ideas in Association Management Conference, Asia Pacific.
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