Melissa Holdsworth National Manager, Conferences and Events

Melissa joined Engineers Australia in November 2015 after 8 years at the Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB). With many years’ experience developing international conference bids, in her most recent role as MCB Director of Government and Industry Relations, Melissa was responsible for negotiating government funding for conferences and building new commercial partnerships to support events.

Karine Urban Operations Manager, Conferences and EventsKarine brings 17 years of corporate and association event management experience to Engineers Australia. She has worked on numerous major national conferences and international congresses all around Australia, ranging in size from 100 to 2000 attendees.

Caryn Morgan Senior Conferences and Events ManagerCaryn joined Engineers Australia in 2016 and brings a wealth of experience to the team. After working for 10 years organising events in the Australian and UK hospitality industry, Caryn opened and successfully ran her own Conference & Events company for 15 years in Sydney. Her strengths lie not only in her creativity, but also in project managing the intricacies of each conference and event.

Kirsty Grimwade Senior Conferences and Events Manager

Kirsty has over 9 years’ experience within the events industry in both the UK and Australian markets, managing a diverse range of association events. She has a wealth of knowledge in large scale national meetings, complex international events and leading delegations to international conferences in the USA. Kirsty has vast experience across all facets of conference management, specialising in conference, convention and exhibition management.

Anthony Bordignon Conferences and Events ManagerPrior to joining Engineers Australia, Anthony owned a boutique professional conference organiser company where he specialised in managing government events and association conferences. He has over 15 years’ experience in the conference industry, has managed events of all sizes and has a strong track record in growing conference sponsorship.

Katrina Meggitt Conferences and Events ManagerKatrina joined Engineers Australia in May 2014. She has been in the events and conference management industry for more than 16 years with wide-ranging experience in the UK, New Zealand and Australia.

Conferences and Events

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Conferences and Events Team

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Melissa Holdsworth National Manager, Conferences and Events mholdsworth@engineersaustralia.org.au +61 3 9321 1752

The Engineers Australia Conferences and Events Team looks forward to assisting you with your next event. Let us introduce our senior team to you:

For more information about our services or to discuss the support for bidding and hosting international and national conferences, please contact:

“The Risk Engineering Society was very satisfied with the event management services provided by Engineers Australia for our RISK2014 conference, which was held in Brisbane from 28-30 May. We enjoyed working with the EA national Conferences and Events team, and greatly appreciated their friendly and professional contribution to making the conference a great success. Their involvement allowed the conference committee to focus on the areas it had competence in, with the confidence that it could leave many of the detailed organisational matters to those who had the relevant expertise”.

David Cox RISK 2014 Chair Queensland Chapter Chair and National Treasurer, Risk Engineering Society

The Engineers Australia Conferences and Events Team was created specifically to deliver great engineering conferences and events. We have a professional team, located in major cities around Australia who are experienced in managing technical, industry and corporate style conferences. With a focus on creating successful events and exceeding client expectations, we are the perfect partner for your next conference or event.

Our servicesWe recognise that every conference is unique and we tailor our services to suit your requirements. Our experienced team delivers;

• Conference planning and scoping sessions

• Project management and risk mitigation strategies

• Committee assistance and administration

• Budget development, financial management and reporting

• Branding and logo design

• Website development and content management

• Sponsorship and exhibition management

• Registration services

• Abstract and paper management

• Program development

• Conference marketing strategies

• Supplier sourcing, negotiation and liaison

• Accommodation room blocks

• Onsite management

• International and national conference bid advice.

As well as delivering over 20 national and international conferences per year, the team manages all types of events from awards nights, gala dinners and road shows to short courses, seminars and workshops.

Your BenefitsOur team is proud of our reputation for service excellence and has a strong track record in surpassing delegate attendance and sponsorship targets. Working with the team at Engineers Australia offers many additional benefits including;

• Underwriting and risk sharing for eligible conferences

• Advanced technology software for your event website promotion, on-line registration and program management

• Promotion of your event to the 105,000 Engineers Australia members in Australia and overseas

• Inclusion in the create magazine with readership of 60,000

• Cross promotion of your conference at relevant Engineers Australia events

• Access to Engineers Australia’s established government, industry and academic networks

• Preferential service and pricing from many suppliers due to the Engineers Australia relationship

• Dedicated conference and event managers working in partnership with your organising committee throughout the life of the event

• Additional in-house support services including legal, media and policy advice and insurance coverage

• Reliable, accountable and complete transparency of finances, fees and charges.

For more information about our services or the benefits of working with us, please contact our team.

“CHEMECA 2014 was held at the Perth Convention Centre from 28 September – 1 October 2014 with 350 delegates. I was very impressed by the professionalism of the national events team staff at Engineers Australia in all aspects of the organisation of the Conference, whether it was working with the conference committee, assisting delegates, negotiating with the venue and interacting with sponsors and exhibitors. The dedication, responsiveness and discretionary effort of the staff “above and beyond” underscored the success of this premier event for the engineering and chemistry professional fraternity and as a result will continue to attract high profile speakers, delegates and sponsors for future Chemeca events”.

Kevin Stevenson CHEMECA 2014 Chair

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“From the beginning they were available to guide us in our planning and work tirelessly in the

background doing all the bookings and organising”.Fiona Ling

Chair, 36th Hydrology and Water Resources Symposium HWRS 2015 Organising Committee