About the program
In response to recent challenges Business Events Geelong has established a generous $30,000 funding program that will support events of up to 50 pax, by providing financial support to the value of $50 per delegate.
How can the assistance be used by a business event organiser?
Conferences successful in receiving funding support will be requested to demonstrate how the financial assistance is being used against one of the following;
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Welcome / civic reception;
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Gala dinner;
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Venue hire;
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Accommodation;
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Engagement of a local Professional Conference Organisers (PCO);
On-the-ground transportation;
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Pre or post conference related activity e.g. field trips and team building experiences;
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Other activities that stimulate the local businesses within Geelong e.g. guest speaker gifts, printing, photography, corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
Am I eligible?
Please ensure your conference or business event meets the following terms and conditions;
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The conference is not yet confirmed to occur in Geelong & The Bellarine;
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You have 10 or greater number of delegates attending, with a minimum of 30% of attendees not currently residing in the region;
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Your conference must be confirmed by the 30th April 2021;
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Your conference is to be held prior to the 31st December 2021;
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You must use the services of Business Events Geelong to assist in sourcing a venue or service;
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Your conference must be held at a Business Events Geelong member business.