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January newsletter
Welcome to 2012. Refreshed and revitalised, the BESydney team is rearing to go!
Along with the ongoing bidding activity, BESydney is also ramping up for the Asia-Pacific Incentive and Meetings Expo (AIME), in Melbourne from 21-22 February. This is a major networking event for clients and industry. The team and I will be flying the Sydney flag, along with over 25 exhibitors from around the State, showcasing our unique products, experiences and new developments that continue to make the Sydney and NSW event experience like no other.
We'll also be launching our 2012/13 edition of the Sydney and New South Wales Event Planner's Guide. To get your copy visit us on stand 1616, contact AccessNSW or visit www.businesseventssydney.com.au after 21 February.
Stay tuned for more exciting 2012 updates to come!
Yours sincerely,
Lyn Lewis-Smith
CEO, Business Events Sydney
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The Business Events Sydney (BESydney) team visited the Sydney Harbour Marriott for the last site inspection of 2011 and was impressed by the attention to detail and care that went into every aspect of the hotel's recent multi-million dollar refurbishment.
The team was shown around the newly refurbished hotel rooms and suites. The Sydney-inspired artworks in each of the rooms were a real talking point. Read more about the site inspection and the cocktail-making fun.
Testimonial: Keryn Osgerby, Director of the National Conference from the Property Council of Australia, was impressed by her recent experience with the AccessNSW team. "The service provided by AccessNSW was truly exceptional and I'd thoroughly recommend them to others."Read more about Keryn's testimonial about the free AccessNSW serivce.
Event tip: With a little creative scheduling, bringing your event to Sydney to coincide with a complementary major event or festival is a great way to maximise the value and impact of your event, as well as increase attendance. Learn how to leverage your next event .
Make a lasting impression
Catering is crucial to a successful event. Get it wrong and your event could be remembered for the wrong reasons. Learn how to make a lasting impression through catering.
AIME 2012
Visit us at AIME on the 21-22 February at stand 1616 and see what continues to make Sydney a fabulous destination for events. Read more about AIME.
Sergeants Mess
Whether it's a cocktail party for 350 or a private board meeting for 10, the harbourside venue, Sergeants Mess, offers the opportunitunity for business to meet nature. Read more about Sergeants Mess.
Competition - Event Cinemas
Have you experienced the royal treatment at Gold Class? With plush electronic recliners and waiter service, what's not to like! Go into the draw to see the movie of your choice, in style. Enter the competition.
BESydney news
We welcome four new stakeholders and learn about what is planned to showcase Sydney as a business events destination at AIME. Read BESydney news.
Industry news
Novotel Rockford Darling Harbour receives Chinese accreditation | Sydney venues hold Corporate Open Days | arinex Events is launched | Dockside Group launches new deals website. Read industry news.
Events calendar
Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour floats into town this May for three weeks only. View the Events Calendar.
Industry insiders
Meet Spencer Hendricks from the Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney and hear how the team will go above and beyond, even if your event involves a fighter aircraft! Read more about Spencer Hendricks.
Jobs board
A new year, a new career? Your perfect job in the business events industry could be waiting for you.View the jobs board.
Coogee Bay Hotel
Let the Coogee Bay Hotel take care of the details with their Back to Work Conference Package.
Sydney shows hit the road
Port Macquarie set to become a sought after arts destination. Read more about The Open House project.
Swissôtel Sydney deals
Check out the new conference packages and you could be rewarded with an overseas trip! View the Swissôtel Sydney deals.
In 2011, Vivid Sydney was successfully used as an ‘anchor’ event for a number of complementary conferences, seminars and events including AMPlify, CeBIT Australia, Encore Live, Mumbrella360, SPARC International Lighting Event, and X Media Lab.
