The directive from the business events community was clear: they wanted a well-resourced consolidated association to be the voice of the industry.
84% of the business events sector were in favour of a new entity to represent the industry, and the Australian Business Events Association is the result.
We, the Australian Business Events Association (ABEA), were formed through the unification of three existing and successful organisations; the Association of Australian Convention Bureaux (AACB), the Australian Convention Centres Group (ACCG), and the Exhibition & Events Association of Australasia Ltd (EEAA). Through the unanimous vote of their members, they each suspended their operations to create this new entity which officially began operation on 01 July 2023.
The Australian Business Events Association is the voice of the industry and we invite you to become part of the ABEA community by applying for membership or partnership opportunities today. By doing so, you join a recognised and dedicated community group of like-minded businesses and peers that spans the whole industry and includes all staff of member organisations.
We look forward to forging a successful future for our industry – together.
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