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Vision Board: Kate Moss Wedding

2012-02-12T17:41:00.000+10:00

Kate: bride on Vogue! (ABC About Me Quiz) by coccinellanna featuring a white necklace

Vision Board: Creamy Tones

2012-02-11T08:32:00.000+10:00

Wedding; by purplecherryblossom; featuring pearl wedding hair accessories

Vision Board: Antique Pink

2012-02-08T17:29:00.000+10:00

Our Wedding Day... by paulid featuring evening dresses gowns

Vision Board: Vintage Luggage Inspired

2012-02-07T17:26:00.001+10:00

Best Day by parisanka featuring evening dresses

Vision Board: Twilight Secret Garden

2012-02-05T17:22:00.002+10:00

Wedding Day by icedorange featuring wedding shoes

Vision Board: Purple Pleasures

2012-02-04T17:21:00.000+10:00

Christmas Wedding… by purplecherryblossom featuring a lace dress

Silence for Japan

2011-03-18T18:43:00.004+10:00

Great initiative – event THIS will not be blogging tomorrow (as I am an Aussie and we are one day ahead of our friends in the northern hemisphere)!

The House That Jazz and Brett Built Blog will not be operational tomorrow either.

For more information, go here and to make a donation, here.

Vision Board: Wild Yellow

2011-02-25T08:31:00.001+10:00

September Wedding by m
onicaflegg; featuring s
ilver diamond earrings

Vision Board: Silver Shimmer

2011-02-23T20:37:00.000+10:00

Simone Carvalli Wedding dress by bluemoon49 @>',-',-',-',----- featuring diamondjewelry

Vision Board: Sage Green

2011-02-23T20:31:00.000+10:00

Rose wedding by T
ekken2; featuring bridal
dresses gowns

AIMEing Day 5

2011-02-17T07:40:00.001+10:00

Busy day of appointments!

Had my character portrait done!

Here are some of the stands that I liked!

Doltone House

Decorative Events

Palazzo

Got another nice gift from the Sebel - umbrella!

Off to Alice Springs today!

- Posted by Jazz's iPhone

AIMEing Day 4

2011-02-16T07:02:00.001+10:00

Day 4 of my 2011 AIME experience was a busy one!

I had 11 scheduled appointment known as (PSA's) and I almost managed to fit in another 5 appointments - so it was a bit frantic!

Day 5 holds another 11 appointments!

Got another lovely gift from the Sebel Albert Park!

- Posted by Jazz's iPhone

Good AIME Day 3

2011-02-15T17:41:00.001+10:00

Day 3 of AIME was very busy!

First event was at the Town Hall for breakfast.

Check out that ceiling!

The entertainment was Soul Mystique (they were on Australia's Got Talent) those quick costume change people - very good!

From there I went to inspect this little gem called the Myer Mural Hall - its not open yet ..... But just look at it!

Stunning & it's located in Myers (it's an old heritage protected building).

Next stop was Flemmington Race Track!

Morning tea!

Last stop was the National Gallery of Victoria!

Lunch was at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre.

From the lunch we attended a briefing.

Then raced back to the hotel, did a site inspection & got dressed for the cocktail party at St Kilda Beach Baths.

Lovely gift waiting for me from the Sebel.

Day 4 will be filled with appointments (kind of like speed dating).

- Posted by Jazz's iPhone

Mapping AIME

2011-02-14T21:15:00.000+10:00

On Tuesday & Wednesday I have 21 appointments!

This year a lot of my appointments are in similar areas (luckily)!

How I sort my days out at AIME, it only takes 2 different highlighters, map & a pen.

Number your appointments for each day.

Chose a highlighter colour for each day.

Find the booths on the map & number then highlight.

By doing this you will be able to find your appointments a lot easier!

Don't forget to add your own luggage tag or ribbon to your AIME wheelie bag (easier to identify).

- Posted by Jazz's iPhone

How to Make the Most of AIME

2011-02-14T07:00:00.001+10:00

The way I make the most out of my AIME experience is to be organized.

I take event overviews of my upcoming events to give the exhibitors.

This means they get all the information they need & I don't have to say the same thing over and over and over.

It gives me more time to explore the expo & meet more exhibitors.

- Posted by Jazz's iPhone

AIME'ing Day 2

2011-02-14T06:05:00.001+10:00

Had a lovely breakfast at Silverwater Resort then headed off to Eco Resort - lovely place & very nice morning tea!

Nice deck area for an event.

Then we headed off to Phillip Island Grand Pix track for a spot of go karting!

This is the view from the control tower!

Lunch was in Corporate Suite 1 - great view!

After Phillip Island I checked into Sebel Citigate Melbourne Park.

Here is the view!

Here is our gift!

Had a quick costume change, then headed out to the iconic MCG for cocktails & canapés.

Entertained by the Qantas Choir!

Was a great night and I got to catch up with my "event friends" from interstate & overseas!

I have a busy day ahead (day 3) of breakfast function, venue site inspections, lunch at the MCEC, buyer briefing, cocktail part at the Baths in St Kilda then back to the Sebel for another event.

- Posted by Jazz's iPhone

AIME Day 1

2011-02-13T08:44:00.001+10:00

I arrived after 1.00am into Melbourne - so I was only functioning on 3.5 hours sleep (and with this viral cold I have - it was a miracle I stayed awake do late last night)!

Yesterday was a fab day drove down to Phillip Island as part of the #AIMEMelbourne Pre-Conference tour.

Arrived at Silverwater Resort - had some morning tea.

This is the view from my room!

Lovely little gift!

Meet Penny the Penguin!

And went on a helicopter joy flight!

Great views from the chopper!

Then went to a lovely little hidden gem called Churchill Island Farm.

Has a nice lunch there!

From there we went to Panny's Phillip Island Chocolate Factory!

So could not work here!

Chocolate shot!

From there we went to a koala sanctuary - this is a little baby one!

Purple Hen Winery was next on the list!

We went to Spice Island for dinner.

Lovely gift!

Great dinner!

From there it was time to see the penguins - only problem is you aren't allowed to take pics :-(

Fun filled day - looking forward to Day 2!

- Posted by Jazz's iPhone

Packing for AIME

2011-02-10T20:48:00.001+10:00

Tonight I am packing for AIME 2011.

Don't forget to pack a luggage tag for your AIME wheelie bag.

I always pop my own luggage tag on my AIME bag - as there are a fair few hosted buyers it's easy to get your bag mixed up.

- Posted by Jazz's iPhone

Season's Greetings!

2010-12-23T10:06:00.003+10:00

In the spirit of the season and to reduce our paper and carbon footprint,
event TH!S sends you electronic

Season’s Greetings

Looking forward to a fabulous 2011!

Happy Holidays!

Vision Board: Forever With You

2010-11-19T13:32:00.000+10:00

Forever with you... by Alexianoor featuring a snake skin handbag

Vision Board: Vintage Vibe

2010-11-18T13:23:00.000+10:00

*Vintage Wedding* by ***Little Miss Fun*** featuring a ball wedding gown

Vision Board: Shrek Wedding

2010-11-17T13:22:00.000+10:00

Shrek Wedding by sparkler003 featuring lizard shoes

Vision Board: Indian Vibe

2010-11-16T13:21:00.001+10:00

Indian Wedding by partiesbykristen on Polyvore.com

Vision Board: For a Moment Like This

2010-11-15T13:20:00.000+10:00

For A Moment Like This. by xxshellxx featuring summer shoes

Vision Board: Jackie and John

2010-11-12T13:17:00.000+10:00

Jackie and John by ¤annieann¤ featuring christian louboutin shoes

Vision Board: Rustic Wedding

2010-11-11T13:16:00.000+10:00

Rustic Wedding by ***Little Miss Fun*** featuring an a-line gown

Vision Board: Lovely Liz

2010-11-10T13:14:00.001+10:00

Liz&Richard by ¤annieann¤ featuring pearl jewelry

Vision Board: Red Wedding Season

2010-11-09T13:09:00.001+10:00

Wedding Season by floreandra featuring engagement rings

Vision Board: Bonjour

2010-11-05T06:38:00.000+10:00

In the Words of Marie. by Kierstentr featuring a pink dress

Vision Board: Dance With Me

2010-11-04T06:45:00.000+10:00

Dance with me by ->join->♥ Fashionholic ♥ featuring evening handbags

Vision Board: Brown and Pink

2010-11-03T06:40:00.000+10:00

Chocolate and Strawberries by lca315girl featuring beach dresses

Vision Board: Lace

2010-11-02T06:35:00.000+10:00

Lace by fashion_mariquita (Camy) featuring club jewelry

Vision Board: Let Them Eat Cake

2010-11-01T06:34:00.000+10:00

Let Them Eat Cake by Mikaela :) featuring ballet shoes

Vision Board: Halloween Wedding

2010-10-29T06:29:00.000+10:00

Halloween Wedding by oceanicinsomniac featuring a chain necklace

Vision Board: Just Sweet

2010-10-28T06:32:00.000+10:00

my sweet wedding! by Lovelypao featuring wedding dresses

Vision Board: Nautilus

2010-10-27T06:30:00.000+10:00

Beach Wedding by oceanicinsomniac featuring max azria dresses

Vision Board: Prett Thing

2010-10-26T06:28:00.000+10:00

Dream Wedding by Pretty-Thing featuring pearl necklace jewelry

Vision Board: Dare to Dream

2010-10-25T06:25:00.000+10:00

Framed World by Cynthia =D B-Day Oct. 8th featuring a skull handbag

Vision Board: Masquerade Wedding

2010-10-22T06:21:00.000+10:00

Masquerade Wedding by ForestCat featuring a bridal ball gown

Vision Board: Luck of the Irish

2010-10-21T06:19:00.000+10:00

I'll be the greatest fan of your life. by gℓitzɳgℓąɱ0587 featuring green tops

Vision Board: Love Forever

2010-10-20T06:17:00.000+10:00

Vintage wedding by IWA-J...Marija... featuring a vintage bag

Vision Board: Natural Daisy

2010-10-19T06:16:00.000+10:00

Emmy Rossum by MissMistreated featuring white tops

Vision Board: Edward and Bella's Wedding Day

2010-10-18T06:14:00.000+10:00

Wedding Celebration by Kimbo ♥ ♥ ♥ featuring cz jewelry

Vision Board: Purple Passion

2010-10-17T06:10:00.001+10:00

Wedding by Estee Zilberman featuring a bridal necklace

Becoming Hosted

2010-10-12T16:40:00.003+10:00

To become a Hosted Buyer at AIME 2011 you need to qualify.

Applications for the AIME 2011 VIP Hosted Buyer Program are NOW OPEN! http://www.aime.com.au/en/hosted-buyers/Become-a-Hosted-Buyer/

So what is a VIP Hosted Buyer?

The VIP Hosted Buyer Program is reserved for key decision makers, organisers, managers or influencers in event organisations who are involved with:

o Special events
o Business travel
o Conferences
o Meetings
o Exhibitions
o Incentive travel

As a VIP Fully Hosted Buyer you will receive:

• Complimentary Travel and Accommodation: Return flights, 4/5 star accommodation and transfers for fully Hosted Buyers residing outside of Victoria.
• Personalised Appointment Schedule: A personalised appointment schedule with exhibitors over the 2 day event.
• Online Diary: Allowing Buyers to make additional appointments with exhibitors prior to AIME.
• Social Events: Complimentary access to a variety of AIME social functions, including: the official AIME Welcome Reception, Daily Networking Hours, AIME Club Night and many more.
• Complimentary Pre Touring: Melbourne Convention + Visitors Bureau provides an excellent program for Hosted Buyers, showcasing Melbourne and the State of Victoria's attractions, venues, infrastructure and event services.
• Post Touring: Hosted Buyers can extend their stay and see more of Australia's wonderful attractions, meeting and incentive products. Choose from several different post touring destinations around Australia.
• Business Events Forum: A high profile forum bringing together industry leaders from around the world
• Hosted Buyer Lounge: Exclusive access to the VIP lounge, for Buyers to relax, network or catch up on email
• Crown Pamper Zone: Hosted Buyers have exclusive access to the luxurious Crown Pamper Zone, located on the show floor to relax and rejuvenate in between appointments.

Qualification Criteria

To qualify for AIME there are a series of questions that you will need to complete, have a look at the questions below…

The questions asked as part of the Hosted buyer application form are:
1. What type of company do you work for
2. Have you visited AIME in the past
3. How would you describe your position in the company
4. What level of responsibility do you have for the venue / event
5. What type of events do you organise
6. Which industries do you work in
7. Is your business focus primarily – Australia / International
8. In which geographical areas are you interested in
9. Number of events organised per year
10. Average number of attendees per event
11. Annual budget for your events
12. In which product areas are you interested in
13. Are you member of any of the industry associations
14. What would you like to achieve at AIME?

The buyers must provide examples of 3 previous events and 5 future events in the Asia Pacific region. If a buyer is unable to provide information on Asia Pacific events, they can provide details of other events they manage worldwide.
There are 2 categories in the hosted buyer program

Fully Hosted
Fully hosted buyers must attend AIME for the entire AIME program. It is the highest category of hosting which includes complimentary flights, accommodation, transfers, seminars and social functions.

Semi Hosted
Semi hosted buyers can choose to attend AIME on 1 or both days of the event and have fewer appointments per day. Semi Hosted Buyers have accommodation, transfers, seminars and social function costs covered by AIME.

Early Bird! Register now and be qualified before Friday 29th October and you will receive a 10% saving on your registration fee.

Check out the FAQ’s for Hosted Buyers at http://www.aime.com.au/en/hosted-buyers/Become-a-Hosted-Buyer/Frequently-Asked-Questions/

AIME really is the must attend event for event organisers – so its worth the effort to apply!

Social Media :: Socialnomics

2010-10-11T12:07:00.000+10:00

Ok ok ok!!!! I know this blog is my all things events but it’s actually a blog and part of the social media revolution….

Did you know there are over 200,000,000 blogs?

Did you know that 1 out of 8 couples married in the US met via social media!

This is the latest in Social Media Stats by Socialnomics (its been refreshed to include more up to date figures, iPad etc).

I just love it – our world is changing so much, the technology is developing at such a rapid rate and the way we communicate with each other and with brands/companies is really changing.

Word of Mouth = World of Mouth!!!!

So do you think Social Media is a fad?

What to expect when you’re AIME’ing {Series}

2010-10-05T15:26:00.001+10:00

Last year before I attend AIME I surprised how many of my industry colleagues had never been to the EVENT of the YEAR for Event Managers – I found myself giving hints and tips to them, as I have been attending AIME for a number of years representing the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (National Event Manager).

I thought I would blog about AIME 2011, an unofficial “What to Expect” and "What I am Doing" from an attendees perspective…

What is AIME? http://www.aime.com.au/

If you're involved in the organisation of conferences, meetings, incentives and incentive travel, exhibitions, product launches, special events or business travel then AIME 2011 is the place to find your next big idea, no matter how large or small your event.

This is an event you cannot afford to miss! AIME is the premier event in the Asia-Pacific regional and is the largest exhibition showcase in Australia for the business event industry. This two-day event represents the best in business, the best in networking.

Why visit?

• Meet over 3,600 international suppliers and buyers and 850 exhibitors from 50 countries across the globe, including a host of brand new exhibitors

• Attend the Master Class seminars or Business Events Forum to get up to date with the latest industry trends and knowledge

• Discover new and innovative destinations, venues, products and services

• Meet new contacts and connect with colleagues at the AIME networking opportunities - the Welcome Reception, AIME Club night and networking hours at the Globe Restaurant and Bar

• Make purchasing decisions

• Save time by meeting more suppliers in less time – face-to-face

• Experience Melbourne - a vibrant city and one of the world's major meetings and incentives destinations

• AIME greener and find out how to run more environmentally friendly events.

Vision Board: Rose and Jack

2010-09-06T09:40:00.000+10:00

Rose and Jack by Fαshΐon ♥ Gΐяl featuring TopShop dresses

Vision Board: Splash of Colour

2010-09-03T09:38:00.000+10:00

colour splash by izare featuring Dorothy Perkins shoes

Vision Board: Vintage Green

2010-09-02T09:35:00.000+10:00

vintage by My choices featuring Roberto Cavalli tops

Vision Board: Modern Day Princess

2010-09-01T09:34:00.000+10:00

I've always dreamed of extrvagant balls and meeting handome princes... by NiniBdayin3months featuring Louis Mariette accessories

Vision Board: Priscilla of Boston Sketches

2010-08-31T09:28:00.000+10:00

priscilla of boston sketches by missbelle19981 featuring Melissa dresses

Vision Board: Madame De Pompadour

2010-08-30T09:30:00.000+10:00

Madame De Pompadour by Miss Book ℓover... ღ! featuring Swarovski jewelry

Vision Board: Anyone for Gold?

2010-08-27T09:27:00.000+10:00

Anne Boleyn by violetta_valery featuring Monsoon shoes

Vision Board: Emma

2010-08-26T09:24:00.000+10:00

Emma by sweet88star featuring Nicole Miller dresses

Vision Board: Let There Be Cake

2010-08-24T09:21:00.000+10:00

Cakee by ☮ρєα¢є☮♥ℓσνє♥ツѕу∂ηєуツ on Polyvore.com

Vision Board: Today Was a Fairytale

2010-08-23T09:20:00.000+10:00

Once upon a time... by Never Alone♥B-day 18/08(away) featuring Nicole Miller dresses

Vision Board: Citrus Mix

2010-08-20T09:18:00.000+10:00

I'll tell you a secret... I love you so much. // for Agnieszka.22 by Lucky Lady. featuring TopShop dresses

Vision Board: Peach Treats

2010-08-19T09:15:00.000+10:00

Ashlyn & Joshua {Wedding} by kaybybaby; ♥ on Polyvore.com

Vision Board: Brown Sugar

2010-08-18T09:13:00.000+10:00

brown Wedding by Mz.Unique featuring Lanvin shoes

Vision Board: Olive and Brown

2010-08-17T09:12:00.001+10:00

fourth wedding set by raina✿ on Polyvore.com

Vision Board: Beautiful Beach Blue

2010-08-16T09:10:00.000+10:00

Beautiful Beach Wedding by ForestCat- wisdom teeth pulled featuring Monsoon dresses

Vision Board: All The Pieces

2010-08-13T09:06:00.001+10:00

wedding by miss.muslimah on Polyvore.com

Vision Board: Bright Sunlight

2010-08-12T09:04:00.000+10:00

third wedding set. by raina✿ on Polyvore.com

Vision Board: Love Pink

2010-08-11T09:02:00.000+10:00

love by Jazzlem featuring Kg pumps

Vision Board: Made with Love

2010-08-10T09:01:00.000+10:00

Mrs.Adamovsky by sugarlovehoney on Polyvore.com

Vision Board: Electric Purple

2010-08-09T08:59:00.000+10:00

The Wedding of my Dreams by miss_xs featuring Dune shoes

Vision Board: Twilight

2010-08-06T08:54:00.000+10:00

Wedding by vαмpιre.dιαrιeѕ.ғreαĸツ on Polyvore.com

Vision Board: Gossip Wedding

2010-08-05T08:53:00.000+10:00

Wedding in Gossip Girl by Jenny 324 featuring Hervé Léger dresses

Vision Board: Diamond Wedding

2010-08-04T08:51:00.000+10:00

Diamond wedding by arlete tmaciel* on Polyvore.com

Vision Board: Unorthodox Bride

2010-08-03T08:49:00.001+10:00

Unorthodox bride by *isabelle* featuring TopShop dresses

Vision Board: Fairytale Bride

2010-08-02T08:48:00.000+10:00

Fairytale Bride by starfire666999 featuring Simone Perele dresses

What is my greatest achievement in Event Management and why?

2010-07-30T11:18:00.001+10:00

I was recently asked :: What is my greatest achievement in Event Management and why?

The World Federation of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Societies (WFAS) 6th World Conference in 2004 was one of my great achievements as an Event Manager for the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association Ltd (AACMA).

The event comprised of numerous concurrent sessions with simultaneous translation in Chinese and was held at the newly opened Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The conference was the largest gathering of the Traditional Chinese Medicine profession in its history in this country, with 822 participants, including over 765 conference delegates, over 150 oral/workshop/poster presentations, and over 450 people at the Gala Dinner held at Dream World.

It was not only the first time in its 17 year history that a WFAS conference has been held in Australia, but also the first time the World Health Organization (WHO) has co-sponsored a conference on traditional medicine in Australia.

In the words of Prof Wang Xuetai, WFAS Honorary President: “It was the best WFAS, ever”.

WFAS was also noted in the Queensland Government’s Hansard report by then ALP member for Southport Mr Lawlor. “This organisation (AACMA) is to be congratulated for the amazing piece of organisation and effort that it put into arranging the conference on the Gold Coast”.

WFAS World Conferences are held every four years, AACMA has secured the WFAS 2013 Acupuncture World Conference for Sydney.

Hansard Report http://www.parliament.qld.gov.au/view/legislativeAssembly/hansard/documents/2004.pdf/2004_11_23_WEEKLY.pdf

AACMA Newsletter http://www.acupuncture.org.au/zone_files/Download_Icons/jing_luo_december_2004_screen.pdf