Blog Posts

The hidden formula for attracting sponsors

05 Jun 2019

Too often in sponsorship we forget what we’re in the game to achieve and proposals are sent to sponsors that are all about us and not enough about the sponsor. The more you can tailor your approach with a laser-focus on the sponsors needs, the more successful you'll be. read more...

What does business events look like in the future?

14 Sep 2017

McCrindle Research has recently released the latest findings about the future of the events industry on behalf of the Melbourne Convention Bureau and the results are revealing. To follow are seven trends to keep in mind when planning your next event. read more...

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How do you save a sponsorship when the event's cancelled?

30 Mar 2017

In the wake of Cyclone Debbie, most events scheduled this weekend across the eastern seaboard of Australia will undoubtedly be cancelled. While these are necessary measures for the safety of event personnel and patrons, how do event-holders and sponsors salvage the situation? read more...

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Being a Good Guy

02 Oct 2016

With World Homeless Day on October 10 almost upon us, there's some Good Guys out there in our community who are doing their bit to change the lives of those less fortunate. read more...

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Featured Event

Lexus 'All That Jazz' Gala

The inaugural The University of Queensland's Queensland Brain Institute ‘All That Jazz’ Gala is our major dementia fundraiser which supports the Clem Jones Centre for Ageing Dementia Research at QBI and Dementia Australia.

Featured Sponsor

Wealthmed Australia Pty Ltd

Wealthmed is a business that provides integrated financial planning solutions for health care professionals. We offer services including:Tax & AccountingFinanceInsurancePropertyFinancial...

How to increase brand engagement

At a time when brands are trying to rise above the clutter through different sponsorship and advertising programs, there’s two key takeaways I hope you remember. Personalisation and orientation. They're two different consumer focuses that can have far reaching impact on your brand engagement.