ICC Sydney, a prominent convention center in Australia, is poised to invigorate the country’s travel sector with a series of upcoming events, designed in collaboration with key partners. The venue recently hosted a “Trust in Partnerships: ICC Sydney Operations Update 2024” event, bringing together Professional Conference Organisers (PCOs) and production agencies. This gathering served as a platform to share best practices and emphasize the crucial role of trust in fostering successful collaborations for event planning.
During the event, ICC Sydney provided a comprehensive overview of its latest operational updates, addressing key topics like crafting immersive event experiences, ensuring safety and security, navigating employment law, and promoting sustainability. The event highlighted a vital discussion on how to create low-carbon events with a significant social impact, reflecting ICC Sydney’s unwavering dedication to innovation and sustainability within the events industry.
These discussions served as a powerful reminder of the importance of trust and collaboration in driving successful partnerships. They underscored the venue’s commitment to ensuring the seamless execution of events that not only meet but exceed client expectations.
Geoff Donaghy, CEO and Group Director – Convention Centres, ASM Global (APAC), expressed the venue team’s pride in cultivating respectful and collaborative relationships, coupled with world-class event services. “In a world fraught with disinformation, geo-political machinations and sustainability challenges, trust has never been more important. At ICC Sydney, we are steadfastly committed to providing innovative services delivered by passionate professionals that event organisers can rely on,” Donaghy stated.
Donaghy further highlighted communication as a cornerstone of their approach, emphasizing the recent industry update led by ICC Sydney’s senior business development managers – Dana Fish, Helen Mantellato, and Gabriella Alberici. This update provided a valuable opportunity to connect with valued event partners and offer insights from operational and technical experts, enabling them to share their in-depth knowledge of the venue’s constantly evolving services. This collaborative approach aims to enhance events for organizers and delegates alike.
ICC Sydney’s “Trust in Partnerships” initiative was concurrent with the successful delivery of the BIOMAG International Conference on Biomagnetism by PCO ARINEX, in collaboration with Macquarie University. This prestigious event drew 500 delegates, with a significant 80% traveling from outside Australia to participate.
Melissa Murphy, ARINEX Head of Conference Operations, lauded ICC Sydney as an exceptional venue partner since its opening in 2016. “The support from ICC Sydney’s entire team has always been exemplary and forward thinking, and the latest industry update reaffirms their leadership in innovation and strong commitment to partnering with organisers to deliver premium and engaging event services that our international and local delegates’ demand. Hearing the venue team’s advice regarding best practices all in one forum is integral in the planning of future successful events delivered at ICC Sydney,” Murphy stated.
Nigel Ruffell, Director of The Company We Keep, a production agency behind several high-tech events held at ICC Sydney, emphasized the value of the “Trust in Partnerships” event in providing organizers with unparalleled access to planning resources and tools. “The Company We Keep has long selected ICC Sydney as home to high profile, high impact events on our clients’ behalf. Thanks to the exceptional service and facilities provided by ICC Sydney and this opportunity for open communication and collaboration, we look forward to connecting our clients into their venue management experts, latest innovations and products at our events delivered seamlessly in partnership with ICC Sydney,” Ruffell shared.
Looking ahead, ICC Sydney is poised to deliver a vibrant and diverse array of events in collaboration with Professional Conference Organising companies and production agencies in the coming months. The schedule promises a range of impactful gatherings across various industries, showcasing the venue’s versatility and appeal.
This commitment to fostering partnerships and hosting world-class events solidifies ICC Sydney’s position as a premier destination for conferences, exhibitions, and special events. The venue’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and collaboration ensures that it remains at the forefront of the events industry, driving growth and success for its partners and attendees.
