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Three conferences, three first-year clients, one nomination
Nectar has been named a National Nominee for PCO of the Year at the 2026 Australian Event Awards. The entry rested on three conferences delivered in the past twelve months. All three were organisations working [...]
Designing downtime, the conference spaces delegates remember
Designed downtime means recharge spaces that are planned into a conference program deliberately, with the same care as any session. Quiet rooms, sensory friendly spaces, games and informal zones give delegates a genuine way to [...]
The layered conference program, and why yours might need one
A layered conference program is one where content, networking and recovery time are planned as separate layers, each with its own job, rather than a single schedule packed with sessions. It's the difference between a [...]
The strategic advantage of booking 2027 events early
If you're planning a conference or business event for 2027, the best time to lock in your venue is now. For a major city venue, 12 to 18 months out is the realistic window, and [...]
What makes a great PCO relationship and how to find the right fit
Hiring a professional conference organiser is one of the most important decisions an association or organisation can make when planning a major event. Get it right and the relationship becomes one of your most valuable [...]
What is a PCO and why does it matter who you choose
If you have ever been responsible for planning a conference, association event or major corporate program, you have probably come across the term PCO. But what does a professional conference organiser actually do - and [...]
What your site inspection checklist isn’t telling you
A site inspection checklist is a useful starting point. Room capacities, AV capability, catering minimums, WiFi strength, accessibility - these are the basics and they matter. But after years of inspecting venues across Australia and [...]
Maximising Networking Opportunities at Conferences: A Guide for Delegates and Organisers
Walking into a conference and knowing nobody is one of the most common experiences in professional life - and one of the least talked about. Most delegates arrive with the intention of making connections but [...]
Why Sustainability Matters Now More Than Ever in the Conference World
Following our experience at AIME 2026, one thing was abundantly clear — sustainability is no longer a “nice to have” in the events industry. It is front and centre. And we are rejoicing. As Professional [...]
Thought Sharing Sessions
VLOG 11th May 2020
Nectar Creative Communications | VLOG | 2021 - what will events look like
VLOG Thought Sharing Session with:
- Peta Moore - Managing Director, Nectar
- Nick Moore - Event Sales Director, Nectar
- Tiffany Bower - Senior Conference Producer, Nectar
VLOG 28th May 2020
Nectar Creative Communications | VLOG | How easy is it to take my event online?
VLOG Thought Sharing Session with:
- Nick Moore - Event Sales Director, Nectar
- Angie Medina - Conference and Event Producer, Nectar
- Bruce Kemp - Technical Director, Nectar
VLOG 7th July 2020
Nectar Creative Communications | VLOG | How do you elevate your online event content?
VLOG Thought Sharing Session with:
- Peta Moore - Managing Director, Nectar
- Nick Moore - Event Sales Director, Nectar
- Tiffany Bower - Senior Conference Producer, Nectar