Sponsors

National Convention Centre Canberra

Managed by InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the National Convention Centre Canberra (NCCC) is Canberra's leading meetings and events venue, offering more than 15 spaces over two floors in a compact and logical design. NCCC is equipped to deliver events of all sizes, including gala events, conferences, exhibitions, and concerts for up to 2,448 delegates. A key difference in choosing the NCCC is the ability to have Exclusive Use for your conference. This provides increased status and privacy for your ev ent, relaxed networking for your delegates, and the ability to brand the entrances, main foyer and all meeting and function spaces.

Encore

End-to-End Event Production Services: For award winning events that transform
Encore Event Technologies is aleading providerof event production services in the ACT, and all aroundthe Asia Pacific. Theyprovideend-to-end creative, technical andproductionservices, so you get the convenience and peace of mind of working with one provider from start to finish. Encore distinguishes itself by delivering immersive experiences with the help of theirspecialistteamsto create all types of events; from small meetings to conferences and luxury gala dinners,you can trust them to surpass your expectationsand ensure your event is one to remember

Canberra Convention Bureau

Canberra Convention Bureau is the peak body responsible for attracting conferences and meetings to the Canberra region. Our expertise is in promoting Canberra as an exceptional business events destination to Australia and the world. With the support of a highly collaborative community, our team provides a free and impartial service to associations, corporate event organisers and meeting planners to secure conferences, meetings, incentives programs and other business events to Canberra.

D2L

D2L is on a mission to transform the way the world learns. Our learning management system – D2L Brightspace is used by millions of learners across the world. With Brightspace you can engage members and staff with the flexible, meaningful learning opportunities they crave and unlock new streams of revenue to maximise profitability and drive success. In Australia and New Zealand, a range of leading associations use Brightspace including the property, health and governance sectors. Our local presence is strong with an office located in Melbourne and a team of 40 passionate professionals ready to help associations transform learning.

Business Events Perth

Business Events Perth has been helping not-for-profit associations, corporations and agents bring their conferences and incentive groups to Western Australia for nearly 50 years.
Our charter is to market, in conjunction with local organisations, Western Australia nationally and internationally as a destination for conventions, exhibitions and incentive travel groups. We want you to hold your conference in WA and we can help you do so.

Ready Membership

ReadyMembership is an all-in-one association management system built to enable your teams to easily look after every aspect of the membership offering, delivering outstanding, evolved experiences for your members. Created by Pixl8 from 20+ years of experience in the membership sector, ReadyMembership is intelligent, flexible, right-sized, and hyper-personalised. It is more advanced and easier to use than a traditional AMS platform with everything you need to run a membership association including CRM, website and CMS, marketing and reporting, events, ecommerce and finance. Our partnership with you is a critical part of our offering. We'll support you as you and your members' needs grow and change with client-centric product development across the platform. We know as an ambitious membership organisation you keep evolving, so do we.

Higher Logic

Higher Logic Thrive brings together three core pillars of association technology - Community, Marketing and Member Management - into one integrated and easy-to-use solution. Association professionals gain actionable insights into what their members value most, enabling organizational growth and creating staff efficiency while minimizing technology costs. With Higher Logic Thrive, associations will jumpstart member engagement using pre-built communities and save staff time with out-of-the-box automated marketing solutions. And, with member management included, many organizations can consolidate their technology costs and transition away from complicated, expensive, and non-integrated vendors.

The Association Specialists

The Association Specialists (TAS) is a family owned company and are one of the largest providers in the Professional Conference Organiser space for Not-for-Profit organisations, in addition to being the largest service provider for Association Management services to the Not-for-Profit, For Purpose sector in the Australasian Region. With more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, providing association management services to over 80 Associations and delivering between 20-25 major conferences per year and over 200 smaller events, The Association Specialists is a true leader in its field. Managing awards dinner, webinars, virtual conferences, workshops, exhibitions and large scale conferences across a diverse range of industry sectors, TAS has the experience and ability to deliver exceptional results for its clients.

Glue Up

Glue Up is an all-in-one AI-powered engagement management CRM tailored for associations. The all-in-one platform offers a variety of features for enhanced communication, member management, event organization, and financial transactions, including event and membership management, email campaigns, surveys, finance, CRM, and mobile apps. Integrated seamlessly, these tools facilitate smooth operation, member engagement, and community growth, helping associations to improve efficiency, satisfaction, and impact. With customers in over 70 countries, Glue Up is the leading provider of association management software, enabling organizations to enhance community engagement, streamline operations, and optimize work efficiency, making us a go-to solution for associations aiming to thrive in the digital age.

Causeis

Causeis is the market leader in providing associations with digital growth consulting across member experience, UX design, association strategies and data driven solutions. Combined with our technology partners including the global-leading software iMIS and Higher Logic we help associations grow, transform and thrive. Find out how you can transform your association via www.causeis.com.au

Guroo Learning

At Guroo Learning, we help organisations and people reach their full potential through better learning. We partner with Associations to develop and deliver innovative member and industry education programs, from CPD to building skills that are strategically important to your industry and your member's careers. With Guroo Learning, you can provide a truly differentiated value proposition for existing members, helping attract new members and support the positive growth of your association, empowering you to better advance your industry sector.

HMH Advisory

Celebrating our 45th anniversary in 2022, we have been supporting our client s on their journeys since 1977. Our experience over four decades gives us great insight into the formula for success.Our foundation has always been based on providing a professional work environment, but at the same time being family friendly and having fun! We provide a variety of services, such as Audit, Business Advisory, Tax and Compliance, and Financial Advisory. Additionally, we offer a specially crafted Data Analytics Portal designed in-house for Associations. This portal is customised to provide you and your members with enhanced insights into your industry.

Pearson Vue

Pearson VUE has been a pioneer in the computer-based testing industry for decades, delivering more than 19 million certification and licensure exams annually in every industry from academia and admissions to IT and healthcare. We are the global leader in developing and delivering high-stakes exams via the world's most comprehensive network of nearly 20,000 highly secure test centres as well as online testing in over 180 countries. Our leadership in the assessment industry is a result of our collaborative partnerships with a broad range of clients, from leading technology firms to government and regulatory agencies. For more information, please visit PearsonVUE.com.

GSA Insurance Brokers

GSA Insurance Brokers have been helping associations with their insurance and risk management since 1990. We understand the unique risks of Associations and their members, and the value of protecting what’s important. GSA is here to support your Association, providing a holistic risk overview and online access to the most competitive prices for a range of Insurance products including Association Liability & Public Liability, making insurance for you & your members both convenient and affordable.

RA Venues

RA Venues will host the National Conference Dinner at the Old Parliament House. We’re in the business of turning beautiful ideas into memorable realities at some of the most iconic and culturally significant venues around the world. Thinking laterally and pushing creative boundaries is what inspires us, and that is why we always listen intently, think creatively and deliver seamlessly to your vision. From corporate conferences to wedding banquets, our collaborations with local and global talent bring the best ideas in the world to your table, so you can shine at your own event with on-trend food and impeccable service.

Moreton Hire

Founded in 1969, Moreton Hire has established an extensive collection of products and a wide range of services that enables our team to deliver exceptional exhibition and event solutions. With branches in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Moreton Hire has the experience to bring your ideas to life. 

ICMI

ICMI is a family operated business with over 35 years’ industry experience. We are one of Australia’s best-known and most trusted talent agencies for Speakers, Entertainers and Hosts. Founded in 1986, we are dedicated to finding the best talent available in Australia and beyond. We are also highly attuned to the need of our clients, understanding that events are often key milestones in their calendar. Our team is dedicated to personalised service, creative ideas and flawless execution – so why not contact us today and feel confident about securing the perfect talent for your event?

Ozaccom+

Ozaccom+ are committed conference and event management specialists, offering unique industry specific services and technology to support the needs of our customers. Widely recognised by clients and peers for our unique ‘world-first’ accommodation system, conference logistic services and modern technology. Ozaccom+ has applied the philosophy of combining superior systems, with dedicated personalised service, to earn the reputation as one of the most highly respected accommodation, registration and full conference management firms in the industry.

EventPix

What do you want from your conference photographer? Sure, we offer lots of services, but the most important thing to us is what do you want and what do you need? That is the first conversation we will have with you. Do you want documentary coverage for your archive? Do you want images that you can use on social media during your event? Do you want a headshot studio? Do you want short video clips (vox pops) for social media or your website? Do you want the same service year after year no matter where your conference is being held (in Australia or New Zealand)? Are you ready to talk? Call EventPix on 1300 650 021 or check us out at www.eventpix.com.au

Melbourne Convention Bureau

Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) is a not-for-profit organisation with over 40 years' experience in securing international and national conferences, incentive travel reward programs and other business events for the state of Victoria by working with associations, corporate organisations and event planners from around the world.

Betty Bot

An intelligent assistant built for your association. Betty opens up access to your knowledge base, enabling members to tap into a wellspring of information with ease. Betty doesn't just manage information. She propels the association knowledge cycle forward. By capturing today’s conversations, Betty Bot lays the groundwork for tomorrow’s breakthroughs. It’s not just about holding onto knowledge; it’s about setting the stage for knowledge discovery and synthesis—capturing ideas and questions in new ways that can churn out even more value.

2 Dam Creative

We are your full-service digital agency where strategy, creativity, and innovation collide. Home to a collection of agile minds and whip-smart developers, designers, engineers, and creatives, our global team (spanning Melbourne to London) is connected by a singular purpose – to transform your digital idea into a flawless, meaningful, and valuable reality.

From software to mobile Apps, e-commerce to websites, and branding to Design Sprints, allow us to take you on the route less travelled.

Professional Advantage

As the premier Microsoft partner in the Associations industry, Professional Advantage offers Upbeat, a Dynamics 365-based platform that simplifies member management. Upbeat's adaptability meets modern associations' needs effectively without costly customisations. We also provide comprehensive IT support, including cloud services, software implementation, and security solutions.