There’s simply no better way
to plan an event in New Zealand!
Come along as our guest to CINZ MEETINGS 2015 and meet the experts you need to know to
ensure your next event is a memorable success.
For 18 years, MEETINGS has been the MUST ATTEND event for conference and event planners to
meet everybody who’s anybody within the New Zealand business events sector.
We encourage you to join us as a Hosted Buyer and experience our warm hospitality along with
complimentary ground and air travel, accommodation, registration and social events.
We’ll also set up face to face meetings with the suppliers you most want to meet, making effective
use of your time.
Places are limited for the Hosted Buyer Programme so apply now to ensure you make one yours.
Apply online now at www.meetings.co.nz or contact us to learn more about the programme.
Another option on offer is our Day Buyer Programme in which you are able to roam the exhibition in
your own time in an appointment free setting. Enjoy a range of activities on offer including a hosted
shared lunch with Millennium Hotels & Resorts followed by a Speaker Showcase courtesy of
Celebrity Speakers.
With over 180 exhibitors on show and over 18 captivating regions to explore, CINZ MEETINGS 2015
is your one stop destination to identify what’s new and evaluate what best meets your needs.
Join us at CINZ MEETINGS 2015 – you’ll be glad you came!
To reap the many benefits the show can offer you come along to CINZ MEETINGS 2015 by
registering online at www.meetings.co.nz. Applications for the Hosted Buyer Programme
close 10 April 2015.
Heather Cornish
Hosted Buyer Manager - International
Amy Griffith
Hosted Buyer Manager - New Zealand
Sharon Auld
Hosted Buyer Manager – Australia
Phone + 64 9 485 3142
Mobile + 64 21 029 58672
Email [email protected]
Phone + 64 9 485 3144
Mobile + 64 27 349 9702
Email [email protected]
Mobile + 61 2 9905 6115
Email [email protected]
“MEETINGS NZ
is undoubtedly one of the
best MICE tradeshows I have ever
attended and should be on every
planner’s to do list to attend at
least once. I confirmed two pieces of
business whilst I was there and am
now working on two others as a result
of the increased knowledge I now
have of New Zealand.”
Daniela Divic
HelmsBriscoe
For 18 years MEETINGS has provided conference and
event planners an opportunity like no other to discover the
very best of New Zealand’s growing business events sector.
Conduct a year’s worth of business over two exciting days,
while building new relationships at the same time.
Engage with your choice of over 180 quality exhibitors,
from 18 captivating regions, who will ensure your next
conference, event or incentive programme is one your
guests will remember long after returning home.
Come and personally experience the warm hospitality
on offer at MEETINGS 2015… registration is FREE…
you’ll be glad you came!
REGISTER ONLINE NOW: www.meetings.co.nz
Applications for the Hosted Buyer programme close 10 April 2015
NORTHLAND
AUCKLAND
SO MANY UNIQUE
AND EXCITING
DESTINATIONS
TO MEET ...
BAY OF PLENTY
HAMILTON / WAIKATO
ROTORUA
LAKE TAUPO
HAWKE’S BAY
PALMERSTON NORTH
NELSON
WELLINGTON
MARLBOROUGH
WEST COAST
CHRISTCHURCH & CANTERBURY
QUEENSTOWN
OAMARU
DUNEDIN
INVERCARGILL & SOUTHLAND
REGISTER ONLINE NOW: www.meetings.co.nz
Applications for the Hosted Buyer programme close 10 April 2015
WHO CAN I MEET?
Over two days you can connect and meet face to
face with a wide range of relevant contacts from
right across New Zealand.
Visit our website – www.meetings.co.nz/exhibitor-listings to see who exhibits.
REGISTER ONLINE NOW: www.meetings.co.nz
Applications for the Hosted Buyer programme close 10 April 2015
MEETINGS BUYER PROGRAMME
If it is your role to organise,
research or make decisions
on conferences, meetings,
product launches, incentive
experiences, roadshows or
any type of event in New
Zealand; MEETINGS 2015
is a must attend event.
Your time is precious; make the most
of your time by attending MEETINGS
2015. There’s simply no better way
to plan an event in New Zealand.
over New Zealand; industry experts
who are passionate about their
destination, product or service and
are sure to excite and inspire you.
The benefits of attending MEETINGS
are plentiful … you will have the
chance to connect face to face with
more than 180 exhibitors from all
Registration is FREE for all buyers
attending MEETINGS 2015.
“People always told me
how good MEETINGS is. Now
I know in person. So glad I
attended and that I can return
with my conference client in 2015
so much better prepared.”
“MEETINGS is a fantastic
trade show whereby buyers and
exhibitors can exchange ideas,
opportunities and network at ease.
If New Zealand is on your radar then
this is a one-stop exhibition.
Highly recommended!”
Julie Burton
Southern Cross Conference and Event
Management Pty Ltd.
Carly Adler
Flight Centre
90
96
95
of Hosted Buyers said that
MEETINGS 2014 met or
exceeded their expectations
of Hosted Buyers rated the
overall organisation of
MEETINGS 2014 as
very good or excellent
of Hosted Buyers found
the application process
easy and efficient
%
%
%
REGISTER ONLINE NOW: www.meetings.co.nz
Applications for the Hosted Buyer programme close 10 April 2015
95
%
of Hosted Buyers rated
the overall value of their
appointments with the
exhibitors as very good
or excellent
What does the Hosted Buyer experience include?
The following benefits are extended to Hosted Buyers:
The Appointment Programme
Return Air Travel & Ground Transport
We provide you with a diary of appointments with exhibitors
that you most want to meet, making the best use of your
time at MEETINGS 2015.
As a Hosted Buyer, you’ll enjoy complimentary return
international or domestic air travel, thanks to our Principal
Sponsor, Air New Zealand.
You will use our online appointment technology prior to
your arrival at MEETINGS 2015 – making appointment
scheduling simple and swift. When you arrive at the show,
business will be a breeze as you will have your own
personal diary of 15 minute appointments.
(Conditions may apply to point of origin. Airfare taxes and
levies are the responsibility of the buyer).
You will reap the benefits of building your database of
potential suppliers while also exploring new options and
ideas for your next project or event.
We also take care of all your transport - from a warm
welcome at Auckland airport, to luxury coach transport
(with your fellow Hosted Buyers) to and from the exhibition,
fun social events and buyer networking activities. Courtesy
of our Ground Transport Sponsors, Johnston’s Coachlines
and Hallmark Limousines Ltd.
Host City Welcome
Hotel Accommodation
Hosted Buyers have the opportunity to experience a warm
welcome from the team at Auckland Convention Bureau and
their partners and enjoy an exciting famil day on Tuesday 9
June. In addition, you are invited to enjoy a relaxed dining
experience on Wednesday evening following a busy first
day of appointments. You will be surprised and delighted
by what Auckland has to offer – a city of sophistication set
within a natural wonderland. At the end of a busy day you will be able to relax and enjoy
some of the finest accommodation and hospitality that
Auckland city has to offer.
Fabulous Social Events
Pre-Touring Famils
Networking is a primary element of MEETINGS and as a
Hosted Buyer you are invited to unwind, mingle and enjoy
warm hospitality at our social and networking events.
Australian Hosted Buyers are offered the opportunity to extend
their stay and arrive the weekend prior to MEETINGS 2015
to experience more of what New Zealand has to offer on its
enchanted islands.
You can apply to further explore Hamilton / Waikato, Rotorua,
Taupo, Wellington, Nelson, Christchurch & Canterbury, Dunedin
or Queenstown - the choice is yours!
An outline of the touring itinerary is available at:
www.meetings.co.nz/pre-touring
You can attend MEETINGS 2015 in a number of ways ...
Choose from one of the following options:
OPTION 1
An exclusive offer to attend Free as a Hosted Buyer
This exclusive offer is open to anyone who plans,
researches or makes budgetary decisions for
conferences, events or incentive travel business in
New Zealand.
A limited number of places are available
– don’t hesitate – apply now or call us to learn
more and see if you qualify.
Hosted Buyer Criteria
The criteria for the Hosted Buyer programme is available
for you to view at www.meetings.co.nz
MEETINGS 2015 reserves the right to accept or decline any
Hosted Buyer application at its discretion.
In return for this hosting you will be required to attend
pre-scheduled appointments with exhibitors.
OPTION 2
APPLY ONLINE NOW ...
www.meetings.co.nz/hostedbuyerprogramme
Limited places available. Applications close
on 10 April 2015
One Day Hosted Buyer Programme – New Zealand Buyers
For those that are time poor and cannot commit to the
full hosted programme, we are happy to be flexible
and offer a One Day appointment diary on either
Wednesday 10 or Thursday 11 June.
Domestic air travel (if required) and accommodation
will be offered on a complimentary basis and will be
arranged to fit with your arrival and departure times.
Hosting to our social events is also possible
depending on your availability.
Auckland based buyers are welcome to apply to
be hosted for the two day or one day Hosted Buyer
programme.
REGISTER ONLINE NOW: www.meetings.co.nz
Applications for the Hosted Buyer programme close 10 April 2015
Hosted Buyer Programme at a Glance:
6 and 7 June
Pre-touring programme offered to Australian Hosted Buyers
8 June
Australian Hosted Buyers fly to Auckland - evening arrival
New Zealand Hosted Buyers fly to Auckland (option 1)
9 June
Host City Welcome – experience Auckland courtesy of Auckland Convention Bureau. (optional)
New Zealand Hosted Buyers fly to Auckland (option 2 )
MEETINGS 2015 Welcome Function
10 June
MEETINGS 2015 appointment programme
Hosted Buyer Networking Dinner (optional)
11 June
MEETINGS 2015 appointment programme
MEETINGS Dinner
12 June
Travel home
Please note: a more detailed programme is available at www.meetings.co.nz/event-programme
OPTION 3
Day Buyer Programme
Registration is free! Roam the exhibition in your own
time and meet with those exhibitors of interest to you in
an appointment free setting.
Learn more about each region by visiting the
Convention Bureau stand within each region, or explore
new ideas for venues, catering, entertainment, team
building, luxury and boutique lodges, event technology,
theming and design for social events, transport options
… There is much to see – the list is endless!
We also invite Day Buyers to join Millennium Hotels
& Resorts and share in a hosted lunch offering divine
cuisine and the company of their Hotel General
Managers and fellow Day Buyers. You can choose
to join Millennium Hotels & Resorts for this hosted
luncheon on Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 June.
Immediately following lunch you have the choice to
stay on and experience our Speaker Showcase, kindly
brought to you courtesy of Celebrity Speakers. You will
enjoy a taste of New Zealand’s best keynote speakers
and entertainers. The showcase will deliver different
speakers and entertainers each day.
Check our website for the line-up:
www.meetings.co.nz/speaker-showcase
All you need to do to benefit from these special offers
is join us and spend some time at MEETINGS 2015.
Register online at www.meetings.co.nz
We will confirm your registration and have a registration
pack ready for your arrival at ASB Showgrounds.
Parking is free!
“This was the first time I have
attended Meetings NZ and being
a long-time attender of AIME,
CIBTM, IT&CTW I was REALLY
impressed by the professionalism
of the complete event - from the
famil through to the meetings
and evening functions.”
Kerrie Hosken
Consider it Green
YOUR HOSTS
CINZ MEETINGS is put together by the team at
Conventions and Incentives New Zealand (CINZ),
the official association of the New Zealand
business tourism industry.
CINZ is proud to take a leadership role in increasing New Zealand convention and meeting activity from
international and domestic sources, for the benefit of its membership and the New Zealand economy.
Along with the highly-acclaimed MEETINGS exhibition, CINZ provides a host of free tools and services
to help you research and plan your next New Zealand business event – including:
CINZ Website Comprehensive online directory and other resources
New Zealand Event Planners’ Guide Locate the very best New Zealand suppliers for your next conference or incentive programme all in this
one comprehensive guide.
Regular e-Newsletters Keeping you up to date with the industry
Australian Office Dedicated assistance for Australian buyers
For more information, visit www.conventionsnz.co.nz or visit our stand at MEETINGS 2015!
MEETINGS MANAGEMENT TEAM
WHATEVER YOUR QUESTION,
WE’RE HERE TO HELP!
If you wish to discuss any aspect of MEETINGS 2015,
we’re here to help. Call us at any time.
If you are unsure as to whether you qualify for the Hosted
Buyer programme, please be in touch and we would be
delighted to chat to you further.
Heather Cornish
Hosted Buyer Manager - International
Phone + 64 9 485 3142
Mobile + 64 21 029 58672
Email [email protected]
Amy Griffith
Hosted Buyer Manager - New Zealand
Phone + 64 9 485 3144
Mobile + 64 27 349 9702
Email [email protected]
Sharon Auld
Hosted Buyer Manager – Australia
Phone + 61 2 9905 6115
Email [email protected]
HOSTED BUYERS
APPLY ONLINE NOW: www.meetings.co.nz
Applications close 10 April 2015
DAY BUYERS
REGISTER NOW: www.meetings.co.nz
PRINCIPAL SPONSOR
www.airnewzealand.co.nz
MAJOR SPONSORS
Venue Partner
Exhibition Partner
Technology Partner
www.asbshowgrounds.co.nz
www.peek.co.nz
www.centiumsoftware.com