BE PART OF THE MOMENTUM – ACCELERATE AT PCOA24 The PCOA says that the three-day program, “Accelerate,” designed by meeting managers for meeting managers, will lead participants on a dynamic journey through three core pillars: People, Technology, and Experience. They will gain invaluable insights and actionable knowledge to propel their professional growth and drive the future. The program is crafted to foster talent acceleration, emphasising the identification, nurturing, and empowerment of talent within organisations. Delegates will engage with cutting-edge technologies such as AI and learn how to drive growth and enhance competitiveness, and discover successful digital transformation initiatives and strategies for harnessing technology. PCOA Workshops There are workshops and presentations across the three days of the event, with topics including Shaping the future of corporate events, bidding for events, how to market events, being comfortable with the uncomfortable, and, for newer event professionals, from rookie to rockstar. Rookie to rockstar: Surviving the chaos and thriving in style This session will delve into the power of analysis for event outcomes, the importance of relationship-building, and the fundamentals of budgeting. Delegates will hear how to master time management, multitasking, and attention to detail while learning the critical role of convention bureaus in event planning. They will gain practical insights into handling calls for abstracts, interpreting event feedback, and managing the needs of a range of delegates; and learn how to leverage membership benefits to elevate a career in the events industry. The workshop will be facilitated by Karen Sainsbury with an expert panel featuring Justin Voigt, The College of Intensive Care Medicine of Australia & New Zealand, Katie Tomkins, events director at Iceberg Events and Alarnah Roberts, communications and marketing coordinator at Providence Consulting. Annual Conference Networking Event The Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA) will present the PCOA 2024 Annual Conference Networking Event, in partnership with Howard Smith Wharves. This premier networking event will be held at the newly renovated Rivershed, one of Brisbane’s most sought-after and unique event venues. Guests will embark on a scenic river ferry journey from Queens Wharf along the Maiwar (Brisbane River), arriving at the Rivershed as the sun sets. Under the dazzling lights of the Story Bridge, delegates can unwind, connect with where you, and accelerate their relationship building in an unparalleled setting. Guests will enjoy live entertainment, indulge in sumptuous local cuisine, sip on premium beverages, and experience Brisbane’s unrivalled hospitality. This is the ultimate night out at PCOA 2024 with a perfect blend of networking and celebration not to be missed. PCOA] THEME - Accelerate: People | Technology | Experience The Professional Conference Organisers Assocation (PCOA24) annual event will be held at the recently opened Star Brisbane in early December. The event brings conference and event managers, co-ordinators, producers, and corporate, government, association in-house event managers, event management students, and suppliers to the industry. Story Bridge viewed from Howard Smith Wharves, Brisbane The Star Brisbane meeting newz [september october] 2024 [49]
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