Business Events Sydney Blog

29 Jul 2011

How to respond to an event RFP – tips from the clients who request them

Whether you are putting together a response to a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a hotel, venue or event planning company, how well you tailor your proposal to your client's needs will have a huge bearing on your chance of success. So before you begin, you need to identify the type of client you're dealing… Read this story.

26 Jul 2011

Eye-catching alternatives to conference bags

There are always some giveaways at conferences. But often, conference organisers resort to the stock-standard, branded tote bag, filled to bursting with timetables, fliers about sponsors or the speakers, and a small notepad. With a tote from every business event they've attended, how long do you think your delegates will be holding on to yours?… Read this story.

20 Jul 2011

Man vs event – how to survive and conquer a three-day conference

Conferences are exciting. You get to meet new people, learn new things, and discover new cities. Of course, after all that networking, listening, wandering and standing, by the end of the day you can sometimes find yourself a bit short in the energy tank to explore beautiful Sydney and all it has to offer. So… Read this story.

15 Jul 2011

6 creative ways to promote your sponsors

When deciding to sponsor a conference, businesses need to know they'll not just be seen but have access to delegates and enjoy a raised profile amongst all who attend. Without these things, it's hard for them to see a real return on investment. There are tried and true methods for promoting your sponsors: print their… Read this story.

07 Jul 2011

5 things MasterChef has taught us about event catering

If you're one of the legions of MasterChef Australia fans (or not, but just happen to be hibernating during the winter months with a foodie fanatic), chances are you saw the recent catering challenge where one team looked after a business lunch while the other fed the youthful masses at a fancy 21st birthday cocktail… Read this story.