Free Support for Your Next Conference with Melbourne Convention Bureau

December 01, 2024

Planning to host a conference, incentive program, or corporate meeting in Melbourne? The Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) offers a range of free services designed to make your event planning process seamless and successful, helping you leverage Melbourne’s world-class facilities, innovative industries, and unparalleled cultural appeal.Here are a few valuable ways MCB can provide free support to bring your conference vision to life.

Exploring Funding Opportunities to Strengthen Your Bid

Securing funding can be a game-changer when choosing a destination for your conference. MCB can help you navigate and identify State and national funding opportunities that could significantly reduce hosting costs and make Melbourne an attractive choice. Many organisations are eligible for financial support to bring their events to Melbourne, particularly those in key sectors:

• Professional Services and Finance
• Engineering
• Health, Medical, Technologies, and Pharmaceuticals
• Energy and Environment
• Education
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
• Transport and Logistics
• Food and Fibre

MCB’s team is ready to assist your organisation in assessing eligibility and guiding you through the application process, helping you leverage available funding to bring your event to one of the world’s most desirable destinations.

Tailored Venue Selection and RFP Assistance

Choosing the right venue is crucial to the success of any event. Once your organisation decides to bring your conference to Melbourne—or if MCB has assisted in securing the hosting rights—our Convention Servicing team will work closely with you to identify the perfect venue that meets all your needs. Our team can:

• Build a Custom Request for Proposal (RFP): We’ll work with you to create a tailored RFP and distribute it to our extensive network of over 120 venue and accommodation partners, saving you time and ensuring a competitive process.
• Offer Local Knowledge and Insight: With detailed knowledge of Melbourne’s top venues, as well as unique spaces across regional Victoria, we provide insights to match your event’s specific requirements.
• Recommend Supplier Partners: From AV and staging to catering and decor, we can connect you with trusted suppliers to elevate every aspect of your event.

Whether you're looking for iconic city-centre locations, state-of-the-art conference facilities, or distinctive venues with a local flair, MCB's deep-rooted local expertise ensures you’ll find the ideal setting.

Facilitating Connections with Industry Leaders and Academic Experts

One of MCB’s standout services is its Knowledge Program, through which our team can introduce you to influential leaders across Melbourne’s vibrant industries, academia, and government sectors. These connections can be pivotal to your event’s success, helping you:

• Strengthen Your Bid: MCB can help you obtain letters of support or relevant data from prominent local figures and organisations, adding weight to your bid.
• Enhance Event Programming: Our team can facilitate introductions to subject-matter experts, who may be available to contribute to your conference as keynote speakers, panel members, or VIP attendees.
• Gain Access to Expert Insights: These connections provide access to current trends, insights, and data in various fields, adding depth and relevance to your event content.

Melbourne’s unique position as a global leader in research, innovation, and culture makes it an ideal place to foster meaningful discussions and collaborations. With MCB’s introductions, you can attract high-level engagement and elevate your event’s impact.

Make Melbourne Your Next Conference Destination

Melbourne’s combination of world-class venues, dynamic industries, and cultural allure makes it a premier destination for conferences and business events. By partnering with the Melbourne Convention Bureau, your organisation gains access to comprehensive, free support that helps streamline the planning process and make your conference an unforgettable experience.

Reach out to the Melbourne Convention Bureau for free support and assistance with your next business event in Melbourne.