The Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA), have been announced as the latest supporter to join the fast growing Britain for Events campaign.
The campaign, which runs from October 2015 – March 2016, will see PCMA join a further 21 partners to promote the UK as a destination for meetings and live events.
Michael Hirst OBE, Chair of the Business Visits & Events Partnership (BVEP), says; “We are delighted to welcome PCMA as a first time supporter of Britain for Events. As a member of the BVEP they are already demonstrating their commitment to the UK events industry and we are extremely grateful for the further support they have announced today.”
This year’s campaign will see a number of high profile events happening throughout October, including an industry reception which takes place at The Mermaid, London, the annual Parliamentary Dinner at The Conrad, St James and several industry debates. These events take place ahead of the launch of the new All Party Parliamentary Group for Events, on October 26th.
“With distinct events, from the upcoming Parliamentary Dinner to the Event Industry Reception, PCMA values the opportunity to support this exciting time for Britain for Events,” said Deborah Sexton, PCMA President and CEO. “The UK offers unique destinations and venues for event planners seeking to grow their audiences and PCMA’s support will ensure their message is delivered to our membership.”
Other campaign partners include Eventbrite, IMEX, Visit Scotland, Visit England, SECC, Cvent, Venuefinder and ABPCO.
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About Britain for Events
Britain for Events is a cross industry campaign, in partnership with Government, Destinations and the Business Visits & Events Partnership, which promotes Britain as a world class destination for events of all types. Britain for Events focuses on every aspect of the events industry, from live music and sport, festivals and cultural events to meetings and conferences, incentive travel, product launches, exhibitions and trade shows.
About PCMA
The Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) is the definitive authority in education, business networking and community engagement for leaders in the global meetings, convention and business events industry. With more than 6,500 members and 50,000 customers worldwide PCMA drives innovation through risk taking, research and data driven decision making.