Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc.

Congratulations to Think Business Events on recently achieving #PCOA Certified Event Company (CEC) status. CEC certification applications are independently audited by a Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA). This recognition reflects their dedication, expertise, and commitment to business excellence in the events industry. Well done!   #PCOA #CEC #EventProfs #EventExcellence

#PCOA warmly welcomes our newest business partner, Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne: a tranquil retreat by the Yarra River. Located just 3.5km east of Melbourne’s CBD, offering a serene escape. Nestled beside parklands and the Yarra River, it’s the perfect spot for team activities. With 15 adaptable function rooms, all with natural light, including the Event Pavilion, we can host events up to 250 delegates. Your attendees will appreciate the modern industrial vibe of our ground floor spaces. Find out more on the PCOA website: https://lnkd.in/ggcHgspC #hotels #events #eventprofs #venues #businessevents #tourism

The Professional Conference Organisers Association has unveiled its Program Advisory Committee for this year’s PCOA conference at the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre in December. BUILDING THE BEST FOR 2025. This diverse team has the experience to collaborate and craft an engaging array of thought-provoking and interactive sessions aimed at enhancing the skillsets of the business events community. DON'T MISS A THING! Keep up-to-date with association and conference news by subscribing to our newsletter. Keep your finger on the pulse! #PCOA25 #PCOA #EVENTS #BUSINESSEVENTS #CONFERENCEMANAGERS #EVENTMANAGERS #EVENTPROFS #NEWZEALAND #CHRISTCHURCH

We are thrilled to welcome our latest PCOA Business Partner, #TheStarBrisbane. Since commencing its multi-staged phased opening in late August 2024, The Star Brisbane has opened an array of new cultural, culinary and entertainment hotspots that have captivated the imaginations of locals and tourists alike, as the impressive resort stands tall as a masterwork nearly a decade in the making and the centrepiece of Brisbane’s $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf precinct. The Star Brisbane’s signature five-star hotel, The Star Grand, has quickly become the city’s most sought-after destination, featuring 340 luxurious rooms – including 60 suites and four ultra-luxe Skyline Penthouse Suites. Nearby, the Event Centre heralds a thrilling new era for events in Queensland. Purpose designed to host events of every scale, the Event Centre is home to Brisbane’s largest hotel ballroom with the capacity to host up to 2,000 guests and is complemented by a variety of venues across the resort and broader precinct. Soaring 100 metres above the Brisbane River, the seemingly suspended Sky Deck on Level 23 has cemented itself as a Brisbane bucket list experience, with open-air bar, Cicada Blu, all-day dining venue, Babblers and fine dining restaurant, Aloria now open on the 250-metre-long rooftop. Find out more:- https://lnkd.in/g8NRsaZa

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Village Roadshow Theme Parks (VRTP) are on the hunt for a passionate Sales Coordinator to join their vibrant, fast-paced team on the Gold Coast! If you have a knack for Conference & Events and a love for sales support, they want to hear from you! Be part of a team that creates magical moments and lifelong memories. Visit the PCOA jobs page for more information and application details. https://lnkd.in/gNN_vap #themeparks #vrtpevents #eventsindustry #events #eventprofs #businessevents Caroline Duveau- Clayton Village Roadshow Theme Parks

Success doesn't wait for change - success means being part of change. Although women have shattered barriers, reshaped policies, and ignited powerful movements across the globe, millions of women and girls still confront systemic inequalities, and economic disparities that prevent them from actualising their full potential. Tackling these issues requires continued focus on policy reforms, social awareness, and cultural shifts. At every level, we can: 🙌 Build confidence and competence - support change. 🙌 Champion others - tell the world. 🙌 Share the wins for all to hear. International Women’s Day 2025 not only celebrates the incredible women who make a difference every single day, it offers a powerful moment to turn advocacy into action. Whether you resonate with the call to “March Forward” or feel the urgency to “Accelerate Action,” the key is to actively engage in the fight for gender equality. Together, we can create a future where gender equality isn’t just a #vision—it’s a #reality. It's more than a day (IWD on 8 March), it's each and every day - every conversation. It is what we can do to drive #success. What are you doing? Don't just think it, DO IT! #PCOA #AccelerateAction #MarchForward #equity #genderequality #womenintheworkforce #women #change4good #unwomen #iwd2025

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the PCOA PULSE, our brand-new association bimonthly publication! 🎉 We hope you'll join us on this exciting journey. Don’t miss out – be part of the conversation from the very beginning! In this first edition, we’re bringing you: ✨online learning opportunities in collaboration with Connected Event Group, ✨and industry updates and offers from across our business and media partners. Transform Your Skills - the Power of #AI ✨ PODCAST: Adam Spencer joins us in the first episode of the Conference Collective Series 4 AI, Improv, and the Future of Event Technology (available now) ✨ WEBINAR: Register for Gihan Perera's webinar on the 12th March - AI for Conference Organisers: Avoiding the Traps and Doing It Right If you haven't already - subscribe to "The PCOA Pulse"!

We're excited to kick off 2025 with PCOA's online learning opportunities with Season 4 of "The Conference Collective Podcast Series" a collaboration of PCOA and Connected Event Group. This season we’re bringing you fresh insights from industry leaders, innovators, and experts who are shaping the future of events. Kicking things off on March 4th, our first episode features MC, speaker, and AI enthusiast - Adam Spencer. Adam explores the exciting role AI will play in the future of events, from overcoming language barriers to personalising marketing efforts. He also discusses how improvisation skills, along with preparation and AI collaboration, can make a world of difference for MCs and event professionals. March 12th sees our first PCOA WEBINAR for 2025 and we're thrilled to have Gihan Perera discussing all things AI for Conference Organisers! It's a not-to-be missed webinar. Understand the most common mistakes conference organisers make with AI – and how to avoid them. Know what you need to know to use AI tools safely, responsibly and ethically. Discover the right balance between automating tasks and maintaining the personal touch. Register now - https://lnkd.in/g8xc_AWy

We congratulate Dean Bradley, Icon Conference and Event Management, #NZ who has successfully renewed his #PCOA Certification as an Event Manager. #CEM #NewZealand #certifiedeventmanager #events #certification #businessevents Find out more about our PCOA CEMs. https://lnkd.in/get3ZcKA

Empowering Growth, Guiding Change - Let's meet the PCOA Inc. Councillors: ➡️ Barry Neame President, Australian Capital Territory ➡️ Paula Leishman, Tasmania ➡️ Mary Sparksman, Queensland ➡️ Anne-Marie Quinn, South Australia ➡️ Denise Broeren, Victoria ➡️ Renee Bennett, Western Australia ➡️ karen sainsbury, New South Wales ➡️ Rachel Cook, New Zealand https://lnkd.in/gxRFKpis #events #eventprofs #businessevents #partnerships #tourism #futureofevents #community #buildingcommunity #PCOA #PCOAMembership