Bidding for the right to host a national or international convention or event can be an excellent opportunity to bring recognition and world experts in your field to Melbourne. Melbourne Convention + Visitors Bureau (MCVB) has the experience and resources to provide free assistance in securing an event.
Our services for helping local host organisations in bidding for national and international conferences, events and incentive programs include the following:
- Developing a complete, strategic marketing plan to assist in securing the event
- Co-ordination and preparation of bid documents to present to the International Committee
- Obtaining letters of endorsement pledging support for the event from key people/bodies such as the Prime Minister of Australia, Premier of Victoria, Victorian Government Ministers, and other relevant industry leaders
- Locating suitable venues within Melbourne or regional Victoria that meet the event's specified criteria
- Suggestions regarding accommodation for varying delegate requirements
- Providing assistance and advice in selecting other relevant business event products or services, including selection of a Professional Conference Organiser to manage the event
- Access to MCVB's promotional material and visual aids to enhance the bid presentation (nominal costs may apply for some items).
Think Melbourne, Think Victoria
To find out more about working with MCVB to secure a major Business Event, see our Think Melbourne, Think Victoria brochure. The booklet outlines why Melbourne is the perfect place to collaborate and meet for conventions. It also details Victoria's areas of excellence, and how to become a Local Host or Club Melbourne Ambassador.