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8 Special features 8 REPORTBACK: SITE AND MPI PARTNER TO MAKE HISTORY IN ROME
About the cover Uwin Iwin, the specialists in full events and incentive management, discuss how technology can give your incentive programme the edge. The NetUwin online system allows for real-time reporting, lowered programme costs and instant reward fulfilment.
Regular features 2 Editor’s comment 7 Personality profile 10 Market news 26 SAACI news 27 EXSA news 28 Index of advertisers 29 Calendar 30 Directory & associations of interest to the industry 32 Last word
Venue news 24 CTICC expansion opens for business 25 JEC 2018: We are open for business
Nearly 600 meeting and incentive professionals from around the world came together in Rome for the SITE + MPI Global Forum held 12-14 January at the Rome Cavalieri, Waldorf Astoria.
12 EXPOGUYS GROWS FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH ExpoGuys has grown exponentially during 2017, to the point that they have had to double their factory floor space and stockholding. Business Events Africa looks at what they’ve been up to over the past year.
11 Association Resource Guide 2018 Business Events Africa presents the annual guide to professional resources in the Southern African business events industry. This is not just a general directory of association members, but presents a select collection of members who want to promote their services to a wider market, including the international scene, and also highlights the fact that they belong to an organisation with a code of conduct, so it is safe to do business with them.
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Editor’s comment
The New Year means
new beginnings T he beginning of the year is without a doubt the most exciting time of year. We have all come back from our leave feeling refreshed and filled with much confidence that the year will indeed be a good one for us all. However, this year I came back to some really sad news. The associations, AAXO and EXSA, announced in a joint press release in the middle of January that 3D Group had apparently dissolved and terminated all business activity as of 31 November 2017. The worst for me was that the owners and shareholders allegedly did so without informing staff, suppliers and their clients of this development. At this stage there is still a lot of hearsay. The reality is that 300 exhibition staff members arrived for work in early January to be told they are now without work. The full ramifications of the owners’ unethical actions are still to be seen. Besides, the shocking state they have left their staff in, how many suppliers and exhibitors will be impacted by this announcement? I am just so disappointed. We work with many industry players and I suppose we want to believe the best in people. When this kind of thing happens it makes me question the people I deal with on a daily basis. How do we as an industry ensure this doesn’t happen again? I think open communication is the key. The associations can play a critical role. This kind of event brings out the true character of an industry. This is when we do need to pull together and work to assist the staff, suppliers and exhibitors where we can. The owners and shareholders of 3D Group need to be accountable. We haven’t heard their side, but at this stage silence is definitely speaking louder than words. It is understandable, some businesses close, but staff always come first. They need to be informed in advance so they have time to find new work and
suppliers and exhibitors too need to be informed timeously so they can make a plan. What saddens me the most is there were rumours floating around in December but honestly, I think we were all so focused on our holidays that no one pursued it. Would it have made a difference? Probably not, but at least the investigation into the 3D Group would possibly be further along and staff would have been notified earlier. All I can say is this is a small sector. We need to stick together and where we can, we need to assist one another. The trade associations can perhaps, through collaboration, come up with some action plans whereby industry players can assist those affected. 2018 will be a good year, but only if we work together.
Irene
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echnology has changed the way we do business. Although we are now able to access data at the touch of a button, it has also made business a bit impersonal. Not so at Uwin Iwin Incentives. This company has embraced technology to provide a personal experience. “We have developed a cloud-based management system, Netuwin.com. Because it is cloud-based, businesses can easily manage their incentive programmes. It allows the client to track the progress of their participating employees. The participants can in turn transact on the platform through a user-friendly desktop and mobile phone interface,” explains Stuart Higgs, MD and CIO of Uwin Iwin Incentives. The management system interprets and processes all incoming data, and calculates and rewards pay-outs through the channels chosen by the client. It makes the management of the programme so much more convenient as there are many benefits:
Programme automation • Performance monitoring: The participants of the incentive programme enter their sales or performance figures on a system designed to process this information automatically. This means that the personnel requirement needed to run the programme is lessened significantly, which is cost-efficient and allows for instant feedback. • Real-time fulfilment: Whether your incentive uses rewards issued on branded gift cards, points to be redeemed on an online catalogue, or even cash benefits, performance requirements can be processed as soon as they are submitted. • Choice: Many researchers and specialists argue that, in the rewards arena, allowing for choice enhances the programme’s
motivation factor. The reasoning is that adopting a ‘one size fits all’ approach alienates some of the workforce as the rewards may be undesired. Giving a participant a choice as to their reward, on the other hand, means that rewards for good performance can be stipulated by the individual him/her self. We, for example, use a customisable catalogue (available online, of course) which can be exchanged for points or e-cash earnings. The point here is to empower your employees with variety.
Motivation The feedback provided by the programme is immediate. The participants can track their progress and receive instant rewards. That will motivate them to perform even better.
Client participation Programme participants can contact us directly through dedicated incentive programme websites, which are all designed to answer to the needs of every tailor designed incentive scheme.
Relationship building The interaction among the participants and the programme executives on the platform leads to healthy competition and the building of relationships.
Brand building Employees in a happy workplace are ambassadors for a brand. With this reward system in place, employee satisfaction will follow, and it will lead to a workforce spreading the good news about their company. That is marketing money can’t buy.
Speed of implementation Another immense advantage, we have found, of using cutting-edge technology is the speed of incentive planning and launches. Recently, for example, we
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designed and launched a tailor-made programme for a major car manufacturer within just four days. “The programme also links with added services that we provide to enhance the client experience. These include travel, events, communication and consulting,” explains Stuart.
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groups, and, most importantly, direct emailers (usually a combination of the above). Using these channels, the programme executives can remind participants of the plan, motivate them to work towards goals, and keep them informed about current progress. Good and sustained communication is a crucial part of our business, and keeps the incentive scheme at front-of-mind.
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Personality profile
FELICIA MOKOENA
From manager to leader Felicia Mokoena, 40, SAB World of Beer (WOB) manager, has been with the company for 18 years. She started as a beer tour guide in 1999 and has steadily moved up the ranks of one of Johannesburg’s leading tourist attractions.
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rom events coordinator to operations supervisor, and acting general manager, I have seen and done it all when it comes to living and breathing the WOB,” Ms Mokoena said. Ms Mokoena is currently completing the GIBS Programme for Management Development (PMD). “I have a passion for moving from a manager to becoming a leader. The programme is designed to enhance my leadership skills and business acumen in the constantly changing business world. I am already applying what I have learned so far to WOB,” Ms Mokoena said. “As a leader, I am proud and fortunate to fulfil a role which helps to shape the consumer’s thoughts and perceptions about the brand “World of Beer” and engage with on a daily basis.” SAB WOB, based in Newtown in Johannesburg, came into being in 1995 and is the home of beer culture in South Africa. It has enjoyed many high profile visitors over the years, including Thabo Mbeki, various government ministers, community organisations, radio and television personalities, actors, local and international sportsmen and women, and even Prince Charles.
What do you enjoy most about the business events sector? The daily interaction with
Where did you grow up? I was
I listen to music and make puzzles with my family.
born and bred in Vosloorus, and did my primary schooling there. Then my father sent me to boarding school in Qwaqwa in the Free State because of riots that were happening in the townships, but I matriculated in Germiston.
Where did you start your career? I started as a volunteer at a medical centre as a receptionist, then was hired permanently as a credit controller. My first job with a payslip was with Mutual & Federal as a claims clerk. www.businesseventsafrica.com
different people; seeing a happy customer completes my day.
What role does your family play in your life? I am a mother of two daughters, Katleho (15) and Paballo (12), and a baby boy. I have a supportive partner, Bathandwa Mabedla. I work long hours including evenings, weekends and public holidays. It really helps to have an understanding and supportive family.
How would you describe yourself? Hard working, passionate and dynamic is how I would describe myself. My experience and unique ability to position WOB as an attraction in the market by using innovative and creative methods is what I do best.
Do you have any hobbies? I love cooking and trying out new menus.
What is your favourite sport? Tennis. My favourite sportswoman is Serena Williams.
What do you do for leisure?
What is your secret to success? Focus, hard work and knowing how to balance between your private life and work. I learned a lot from my mentor Tony Rubin, he believed in me and allowed me to ask everything. He used to say that there are no stupid questions.
What is your pet hate? Road rage, taxi drivers are the worst especially in Joburg CBD.
What is the most memorable place you have ever been to, and why? Crystal Springs in Mpumalanga. The timing for this vacation was perfect, when I needed a break after having my son Esami. It was very peaceful, refreshing and mind-stimulating. Thanks to Tony for a perfect gift.
What type of holiday would you avoid at all costs? Cruising. What is your favourite country? Switzerland because it is one of the most innovative countries in the world.
What is your favourite? Book: Anything written by Iyanla Vanzant. Film: I love local movies. My top three favourites: White Wedding, Happiness is a Four Letter Word and Mandela’s Long Walk to Freedom. TV programme: I hardly watch TV but I do watch late night news after putting the kids to bed.
How do you relax? Sleep, it stimulates my mind.
What is your favourite food? Lamb chops or lamb on the spit.
Who is your role model? My parents, they taught me respect, values and believing in myself. What advice do you have for anyone starting out in this industry? Have the right attitude, treat your work as if it’s your own business, always think out of the box and never underestimate yourself. You should use your time constructively. Set goals for yourself and make sure that you achieve them. Don’t be discouraged by failure; failure means you are doing something. Business Events Africa January 2018 7
Reportback | SITE Congress
SITE and MPI
partner to make history in Rome Nearly 600 meeting and incentive professionals from around the world came together in Rome for the SITE + MPI Global Forum held 12-14 January at the Rome Cavalieri, Waldorf Astoria.
SITE & MPI boards.
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he historic event marked the first time Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) and Meeting Professionals International (MPI) have partnered to host a global conference to share industry trends, offer innovative education and provide a collaborative yet exclusive environment for networking and business exchanges. The forum was a true ‘global’ event, drawing a record number of registered attendees from more than 50 countries that represented a wide variety of event disciplines. Fifty-four percent of the attendees were from Europe; 37 per cent from North America; 10 per cent from Central/South America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East; 68 per cent were members of MPI, SITE or both associations; and over 100 attendees were attending either an MPI or SITE conference for the first time.
Kevin Hinton, who announced he was leaving the organisation in late January, reflected on his final conference as SITE chief executive officer. “As past chair of MPI, I felt very proud to be part of this coming together of SITE and MPI members to share in an unforgettable experience. When we kicked off with our shared leadership dinner at Palazzo Brancaccio, the energy in the room was a sure sign of the excitement we all felt. I heard this throughout the event from delegates who were soaking up the learning and relishing their time meeting new people – leaders of our industry from around the world. “At the closing gala, we all gathered at the Villa Miani overlooking Rome to celebrate Italian food, culture, history and the last chance to be part of this important forum,” Mr Hinton said.
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The education programme included more than 30 diverse sessions, with separate tracks for incentive travel and meeting management professionals as well as concurrent sessions designed for both meeting and incentive professionals. There was significant crossover with members of each group attending sessions supported by each organisation. The event also incorporated several sustainability and corporate social responsibility initiatives, including working with Food for Good and EquoEvento to donate 390 meals to Voreco Onlus, an organisation that provides support to the destitute in Rome. Acknowledging the success of the first-time event, the boards of both organisations came together to announce the Treaty of Rome of the Incentive and Meeting Industry, a joint declaration of future collaboration and cooperation signed by Kevin Hinton and SITE board president Annamaria Ruffini, and MPI president Paul Van De Venter and board chair Amanda Armstrong. The agreement commits the two organisations to continue to work together around future events, mutual education and content delivery, as well as investigation of new ways to serve members of both associations around the world. New SITE president Annamaria Ruffini, CIS, CMP, president and chief executive officer of Events In & Out SRL in Rome, www.businesseventsafrica.com
“Dario Franceschini’s presence and speech confirmed how the MICE industry is becoming more important and influential to the European economy,” Ms Ruffini added. At the beginning of the event Didier Scaillet was introduced as the new SITE chief executive officer effective 1 February. “The SITE + MPI Global Forum was a resounding success on many levels. The level of participation far exceeded our expectations with nearly 600 meeting, events and incentive travel professionals gathering in the Eternal City. The quality of the program, both education and social, was outstanding! I want to thank the teams at both SITE and MPI and, especially the Host Committee, for their
hard work and commitment to make the event an unforgettable experience,” Mr Scaillet commented. In addition to the introduction of Mr Scaillet, SITE also announced it has named specialist MICE agency SoolNua as the association’s new strategic marketing partner, with SoolNua managing partner Pádraic Gilligan taking on the role of chief marketing officer for both SITE and the SITE Foundation. SITE rotates its conference between Asia, Europe and the Americas, and announced that SITE Global Conference 2019 will be held 11-13 January in Bangkok, Thailand. MPI announced its European Meetings and Events Conference (EMEC) will be in The Hague, Netherlands in February 2019.
Rajeev Kohli & Annamaria Ruffini – SITE presidents, past and present.
Kevin Hinton & Paul Van De Venter at the leadership dinner.
Rhea Stagner & John Iannini – SITE Foundation presidents, past and present.
Kevin Hinton & Didier Scaillet at the AGM.
Chapter of the Year, SITE Chicago.
Global Forum Host Committee.
was instrumental in bringing the event to her city. “The success of the Global Forum was due to clear ideas and a willingness to collaborate. The event proved that alliances in the incentive and meeting industry are possible and fruitful. “The Treaty of Rome of the Incentive and Meeting Industry, signed by SITE and MPI leaders in front of 600 colleagues, is a simple but powerful beginning of our new commitment to future collaboration that will benefit the global MICE industry. Together we are stronger and will be able to produce real change.” For the first time a Minister of Tourism, Italian Ministry of Culture and Tourism, was present at the Opening Ceremony.
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Market news
ExpoGuys grows from strength to strength ExpoGuys has grown exponentially during 2017, to the point that they have had to double their factory floor space and stockholding.
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atrick Cronning, commercial director of ExpoGuys, said: “We have executed contracts throughout South Africa, as well as the African continent including Zimbabwe, Ghana, Tanzania, Botswana, Nigeria and Swaziland, amongst others. “We are proud to be the official infrastructure supplier for Decorex in Durban, Cape Town and Johannesburg for the second year running. “During 2017, we have successfully upgraded the quality and the look and feel of the shell scheme, with a delighted client as a result,” he said.
In 2017 ExpoGuys were awarded to supply the infrastructure to World Travel Market, which is held in Cape Town and the company is looking at exciting new upgrades for this exhibition. Mr Cronning said: “In Nigeria, at the AgroFood exhibition, we had a very successful build of the German Pavilion, with a total turnkey package from coffee machines in the kitchen to the overall infrastructure, including shipping, printing and furniture.” At the beginning of November 2017 the 84th UFI Global Congress was held in Johannesburg for the first time in Africa.
Mr Cronning said: “ExpoGuys is very proud to have produced a unique gala dinner that was held outside at Expo Centre ‘Under African Skies’, which was the theme of the dinner. It was acclaimed to be the best gala dinner ever by some of the UFI board members, as well as several of the attendants.” For the year ahead, Mr Cronning said ExpoGuys are looking at growing our stock levels even further. “By manufacturing our own aluminium extrusions, we can expand our shell scheme options with special and new designs in order to supply innovative solutions not yet seen in South Africa.” In conclusion, Mr Cronning said: “After testing and improving our e-services platform, we now offer a comprehensive online ordering system for exhibitors.”
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Association Resource Guide 2018 | Forewords
Carol Weaving Chairperson The Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO)
Rudi van der Vyver Chief executive officer Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI) SAACI is the recognised professional association and umbrella body of the Conference and Meetings Industry in Southern Africa. Since 1987 we have been dedicated to efficiency and professionalism in the industry. In fact, SAACI membership is a vital recognition of professional practice. SAACI has a national board and five regional branches being Gauteng Johannesburg and Gauteng Tshwane, Eastern Cape, Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal with further members nationally and internationally and more regional branches to be established during 2018. SAACI’s vision and mission was condensed as part of our strategy to be member focused into the new SAACI Manifesto: We are a professional association that promotes sustainability within the business events industry in Southern Africa. We facilitate an enabling environment for learning, growth and partnerships. Our goal is to be the recognised professional association of the business events industry of Southern Africa. The resource guide provides a collective view of trusted industry suppliers for the business events industry allowing easy access and reference to trusted industry suppliers all underpinned by the code of ethics our industry members abide by to provide safe and collaborative business relationships.
Since its launch in February 2016, the Association of African Exhibition Organisers has shown exponential growth – consistently proving itself to be a trailblazer by hosting groundbreaking events such as the Exhibition of Exhibitions as well as providing opportunities for world-class training, networking and knowledge-sharing. Today, AAXO boasts an 85 per cent share of SA’s organising community as its members. Our commitment to provide exceptionally high standards to our members and to formalise and standardise the industry remains laserfocused. The ABC certification is one example, as is our AAXO badge of approval which organisers, suppliers and venues can display as a recognisable symbol of credibility, providing peace of mind to exhibitors. AAXO endorses and supports the
2018 annual Association Resource Guide compiled and presented by Business Events Africa. This guide is a comprehensive compilation of information of the various industry players promoting their services to the broader market, nationally and globally.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Forewords
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Conferences, exhibitions & events
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Services
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Technical
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Transport
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Venues
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SAACI members A-Z 20 AAXO members A-Z 22 EXSA members A-Z
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SITE members A-Z 23
DISCLAIMER: All information is based on the latest membership lists from the associations. Every effort has been made to ensure that this information is correct at time of print. www.businesseventsafrica.com
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Association Resource Guide 2018 | Forewords
Doug Rix Chairman Exhibition Association of Southern Africa (EXSA) EXSA is a non-profit company managed by a dedicated team of industry experts who are committed to increasing collaboration and professionalism within the event and exhibition sector in Southern Africa. The platform, which aims to help members of the industry to connect, engage, learn and grow, offers members a range of key benefits including training, skills development, recognition of excellence, showcasing of the superb services within the sector, greening insights, access to invaluable research, mediation and networking. In addition to serving our members, we are now in a position of strength to reach farther in connecting with and serving
a larger sphere of industry participants and influencers, with our affiliations and memberships including the international body UFI, ESSA (UK), the international IFES, the South African Event Greening Forum (EGF), IAEE (USA) and AOE (UK). Our membership comprises vetted: •V enues, responsible for the effective and efficient supply, co-ordination and delivery of events, programmes, customer service and operations • Event management companies • S uppliers responsible for the effective and efficient design, manufacturing, production, execution, supply, coordination, delivery and project management of hired or purchased goods, materials, exhibition and event infrastructure, shop fitted and point of sale elements, as well as staging and audio visual suppliers and suppliers of exhibition and event aluminium components •A gencies, activation specialists and design houses, responsible for the effective and efficient design, brand management, co-ordination and project management of procured services of the appointed contractor and venue. Our members subscribe to EXSA-llence in service and product delivery, hence we have a vetting and monitoring committee. Moreover, we support our members no matter their challenges and we are dedicated to making sure that there is visible industry progress in the next year.
Peter-John Mitrovich President Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) Southern Africa Founded in 1973, SITE is comprised of 2 000+ members and 29 local chapters. Our members are incentive travel professionals who know from experience that incentive travel works. It works to reward, retain and motivate employees. The SITE global member community, which represents 84 countries, is on a mission to strengthen and inspire this extraordinary industry. SITE Southern Africa welcomes you to join this community in 2018 and allow you to be part of this global family of innovators, motivators and creators of magic moments in our diverse destinations. In 2017, SITE launched MOTIVATE, a valuable resource for members to share and experience case studies and international trends, ensuring we all pursue global excellence. Visit www.motivate.siteglobal.com.
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t +27 11 880 5883 info@saaci.co.za www.saaci.org
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C ON F EREN C ES, E XH IBITIO NS & E VE NTS
Crystal Kasselman, Co-owner | Email: crystal@centeqevents.co.za Landline: +27 21 910 1913 | Cellphone: +27 82 414 4471
ONLINE ADMINISTRATION SYSTEMS • RSVP Process / Product Launch • 3D Secure Online Credit Card Transactions • Registration Database Management • Accommodation Negotiations / Contracts • Conference Set of Books / Accounts • Abstract Management • Onsite Registration (RFID, Badges, Barcode) • Survey / Evaluation Portal • 24/7 Web Information Centre (Reports)
Over
20 years
of experience in small to mega events
EVENTS MANAGEMENT • Events Consultation • Association Bid Assistance • Budget Compilation & Management • Timelines & Task Management • Supplier / Procurement Management • Speaker Management • Logistic Management (Venue, AV, IT) • Onsite Logistics Management • Social Events Management • DMC / Travel Solutions Portal
• Event site management • Opera S&C configuration (Catering) and training • G&C coordination training • Customer service training • Conference centre planning/design prieto@mweb.co.za | +27 83 778 2644
Crystal Events Africa are all about creating unique experiences. Be it an international conference, your dream vacation, strategic planning meeting or a corporate incentive programme – it will always be an event worth talking about for years to come. +27 (0) 84 682 7676 | +27 (0) 21 551 3305 tes@crystalevents.co.za | www.crystalevents.co.za
Experiences are what it’s all about, and Crystal Events Africa will ensure that your clients, management and staff alike, depart with a sense of achievement from each of our programmes.
With the acquisition in 2017 of SBS Conferences & Exhibitions, the Duma Group can now offer a turnkey service for all your conference and event management needs through our specialist divisions and subsidiaries with offices in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria and Durban. peter@sbs.co.za www.sbs.co.za
danie.vanwyk@dumatravel.co.za www.dumatravel.co.za
Looking for a flexible guest management and sophisticated online registration solution? • Invite design and distribution • Online RSVP with eCommerce • Live event reporting • Electronic guest check in
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C ON F EREN C ES, E XH IBITIO NS & E VE NTS Conference and exhibition consulting Project management Logistics and planning services Tel: (021) 836 8315 | Email: rjacobs@iliosconf.co.za | www.iliosconf.co.za
• Project management • International pavilions • Roadshows
• Registration • Golf days • Exhibition activation
+27 11 431 2126 | ideas@onshowsolutions.co.za | www.onshowsolutions.co.za
KEY SERVICES
• Association Conferences • Conferences • Road Shows • Incentives • Teambuilding • Functions, Gala and Awards Dinners • Management Think Tanks
+27 11 482 2835 | estelle@ripcord.za.com
www.ripcord.za.com
Conference Management, Exhibition Management, Association Management, Destination Management and Consulting Services DURBAN
PO Box 47156, Greyville 4001 Tel: +27 (0)31 303 9852 Fax: +27 (0)31 303 9529 Email: nina@confco.co.za Web: www.confco.co.za
JOHANNESBURG
2nd Floor, East Wing, Longpoint Office Park 484 Bradfield Drive, Cnr. Montecasino Blvrd. & Witkoppen Rd, Fourways, Sandton 2055 Tel: +27 (0)11 465 0334 | Fax: +27 (0)86 664 9767 Email: info@confco.co.za
CAPE TOWN
Tyger Park 3, First Floor, Office No. 103, Willie van Schoor Avenue, Bellville 7530 Tel: +27 (0)21 914 2751 Fax: +27 (0)21 914 5493 Email: info@confco.co.za
www.thesourcepr.co.za T +27 (0) 87 805 6960 | F +27 (0) 86 693 6184 | C (0) 83 604 0157
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SE RVICE S Avis’ M.I.C.E Division (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events), offers you the complete transport solution for all your business needs. This includes the coordination of Avis Rent a Car, Avis Point 2 Point, Avis Chauffer Drive, Avis Luxury Cars, Avis Van Rental and Avis Truck Rental services. Getting everyone to an event on time has never been easier. AVIS. We Try Harder.
Amazing incentive experiences, both indoor & outdoor, from unique transfers and CSR programmes to luxury experiences.
MAKE AWESOME EASY
Visit avis.co.za, call 011 387 8554 or email events@avis.co.za
Tel: 021 790 9015 info@adventureworks.co.za www.adventureworks.co.za
Voice of the Business Events Industry in Africa
Tel:+27 (0)31 764 6977 | www.businesseventsafrica.com
We will design menus to suit your specific event, wherever it may be, and ensure our food contributes to its success. We are now based at Greyville Convention Centre as the resident caterers. Greyville Convention Centre, 150 Avondale Road, Greyville, Durban Tel: +27 (0)31 563 3877 | Email: nick@eatgreek.catering | www.eatgreek.catering
Join the Event Greening Forum
and learn how to make events more sustainable. All members enjoy free priority listings on our Green Database and discounts for event greening training and events.
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Tel: +27 (0)21 426 2727 • E-mail: pziets@folio-online.co.za / projects@foliotranslations.com Web: www.folio-online.co.za • Facebook: facebook.com/folioonline • Twitter: @Folio_Online
JHB: 087 470 0670 076 644 0271 17 Andries Street Cnr Wynberg Rd Sandton, 2090 jhb@inspirefurniture.co.za
COME VISIT OUR SHOWROOMS
CPT: 087 470 0670 073 893 0315 Unit 2A No 5 Phumelela Park Avenue1 Chain Montague Gardens, cpt@inspirefurniture.co.za
www.inspirefurniture.co.za
Travel experiences are the No. 1 motivator for generating better business results! We tailor & manage fun, affordable, fabulous incentives, conferences & events...locally & abroad. Call +27 11 022 9264 | www.leadingincentives.co.za | Email info@li.co.za
URBAN GINGA is a specialist MICE and Destination Management Company based in Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa. Leading Destination Management | Cutting Edge Travel Incentives | Bespoke Events | Journeys of Distinction | Special Interest Explorations | Expert Venue Sourcing | Rewards & Recognition SPECIALIST MICE & DESTINATION MANAGEMENT
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T ECH NICAL
BIG or small
your event should always make an impression
JOHANNESBURG +27 (0)11 216 3000 CAPE TOWN +27 (0)21 929 7200 DURBAN +27 (0)31 792 6200 EMAIL: info@gearhouse.co.za
www.gearhouse.co.za
Your technology partner Focusing on finding the right solution for you and your events. EMAIL: info@inhousevtm.com | www.inhousevtm.com
A cost effective solution for all your
set requirements
DURBAN +27 (0)31 792 6222 JOHANNESBURG +27 (0)11 216 3000 CAPE TOWN +27 (0)21 929 7200 EMAIL: info@setds.co.za
www.setsds.com
T RA NSPORT
Luxury coach & bus hire Our fleet gives us the flexibility to provide a range of chauffeur-driven luxury vehicles and coaches.
0860 11 14 19 info@futurecoachescape.co.za www.futurecoachescape.co.za
corporate | conference | events | tours sport | schools | universities
• 9 seater luxury VW T5 • 12+ seater luxury Quantums • 16-19 seater luxury Merc Sprinters • 22 seater luxury coaches • 34 seater luxury coaches • 39 seater touring coaches • 44-52 seater super touring coaches • 60 seater semi luxury touring coaches
VE NUE S JOHANNESBURG
EXPO CENTRE WEB: www.expocentre.co.za FACEBOOK: Expo Centre Nasrec TWITTER: @jhbexpocentre1 LINKEDIN: Johannesburg Expo Centre INSTAGRAM: johannesburgexpocentre
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A 2 Xzibit 2iC Projects 360 Degrees Production House 3rd Level Marketing and Media Group 3S Media Above and Beyond Productions Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre Accommodation Options Events Adelaide Convention Centre AdP Travel Management Adventure Works Africa Congress Co-ordinators African Agenda African Diversity Trading and Projects African Training Institute (ATI) African Travel Canvas African Wildcats Charters & Tours Africast Conferences & Exhibitions AFRIPRIME Agri-Expo aha Hotels & Lodges Alpha Conference Centre Amadi Institute of management and Technology
Baagisane Barmotion Basfour 2944 t/a Hamba Nathi Travel Basilmin Trading Batsumi Travel BCD Meetings & Events Beach and Bush Team Building Beatrix Events Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel Bestgrovers Trading & Project 122 BE-SURE Events Solutions Bidvest Car Rental Black Tower Consulting Group Blackmagic Consulting Blucube Exhibition Design Studio Blue Moon Corporate Communications Blue Platinum Events Blue Waters Hotel Blueblack Productions BNP Events Bohle Conference and Language Services Bojangles Restaurant BON Hotels Bongmusa Holdings Book24 South Africa Brand Evolution Bridge2Africa Projects Budmarsh Private Lodge BVB 190604 Projects By Design Africa Group
AMD Solutions Andimahle Trading Angelic Wonders Annette Ashley & Associates Anzomode App Your Event Aqua Tours and Transfers Aquila Private Game Reserve Arcadia Hotel Pretoria Arniston Hotel ATC African Travel Concept ATKV SAKE (EDMS) ATKV-Resorts (Klein-Kariba Holiday) Atlantic Beach Management Atlantic Events Atlantis Corporate Travel Automotive Supplier Park Conference Centre AV Alliance AV and Beyond AV Designers AV Direct AV Network Avatar Marketing t/a Shift Avatar Tours Ayize Events and Conferences Azalea Promotions
C CAB Conference Centre Calders Hotel & Conference Centre Cape AgriTours Cape Peninsula University of Technology Cape Point Vineyards Cape St Francis Resort and Lifestyle Estate Cape Theme Parks t/a Ratanga Junction Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau Wesgro Cape Town International Convention Centre Company CapeXtreme Adventure Tours Carla Rossouw t/a Vespasian Consulting Carlamani Conference and Events Carlson Wagonlit Travel Casa Toscana Lodge CDM Training Solutions Cebisa Conferences Centeq Events Century City Conference Centre and Hotel Chain of Events Champagne Sports Resort &
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Pumula Beach Hotel Change Strategies Consulting Services Chat’r Xperience t/a On Pointe Premium Venue Chillifunk Entertainment Chris Prieto, CMP Event Management & Consultancy CIMGlobal Circa Events & Hospitality City Lodge Lynnwood City of Johannesburg City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality – Tourism City Sightseeing Cape Town Clorpique 30 Club Mykonos Langebaan Rental Services Coastlands Hotels and Resorts Coastlands on the Ridge Hotel Coega Development Corporation Cold Press Media Collisheen Estate Colourworks Compex Conference Call Conference Complete Conference Consultancy Conference Co-ordinators Conference Excellence Conference Link Conference SA Conferences et al Conker Exhibitions Constitution Hill ConsultUS Contact Publications Core Competency Corporate Conference Gifting Corporate Worx Courtyard Hotel City Lodge. Road Lodge P.E. Creative Incentives Cresta Hotels Crocia Events CSIR International Convention Centre Cullinan Transport Custom Conference Cut to Black Media C-West Communications
D D Millenium Multi Events Datavision Marketing and Tourism Research Consultants De Hoek Country House Decorange-it Diep in die Berg Dlamini Weil Communications Dots Design Agency DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town Upper Eastside Dreamcatcher Duma Travel
Durban International Convention Centre Durban KwaZulu-natal Convention Bureau Dynamic Congress Organising & Management
E Eastern Cape Parks & Tourism Agency Eastern Sun Events Eat Greek Caterers EBS Conferences and Functions ECHO ECTA Creative Solutions elasticbrand Emerald Resort & Casino Emfuleni Resorts t/a Fish River Sun Hotel and Country Emperors Palace Hotels Casino Convention Resort Emv Events and Travel EnOv8 Event Management Entrepreneurs for Africa EPNET EQS Events Management espAfrika Event AV Direct Event Inspirations Event Options Event Solutions Event Stuff Event Wizards Events by Anne EXBO Executive Concierge Exhibition & Event Services Exhibition Freighting GSM Expo Promotions Expo Solutions Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife
F FaB Branding Faircity Hotels & Apartments Fairest Cape Meander FalconSoft Fellys Group Fezly CM Trading & Events Film & Event Media Finely Wrought First Choice Conferences and Events Flowtan Trading Enterprises FNB Conference & Learning Centre Folio Translation Consultants Fordoun Leisure Foundation for Professional Development Fox Junction Event Venue Fullserve Services Funama Functions for Africa Fusion Travel Future Coaches Cape
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G Gaffley’s Coach Tours Gallagher Convention Centre Garona Communications and Projects Gauteng Convention Bureau Gearhouse SA Genesis Suites Gintan Luthuli Associates GL events South Africa Glasshouse Communication Management Going Africa Conferencing Gold Pride Events Gooderson Leisure Corporation Grant Thornton Green Exhibition Services Greensleeves at Camelot Greyspot Consult and Tour Operators Greyville Convention Centre a division of Gold Circle Grindrod Travel Grosvenor Conferences Guvon Hotels & Spas
H Hampshire Hotel Hatfield Travel Hilton Hotel & Resorts HIPPO Communications Hiside Group Hotel 224 House of Shunem Houston Travel Marketing Services
I I-Cube Alternative Advertising ICCA International Congress and Convention Association iccommodate ICE Solution ICO Conferences & Events IDE Consulting Services Idea Lab IEBE IFA Fair-Zim Hotel and Resort iKapa Connect Investments Ikhono Communications ILIOS Conference Ilizwi Trading Imagine Events Immaculate Events & Conferences Inard Training & Development Indaba Global Travel Infinite Consultants Inhouse Conference Solutions INHOUSE Venue Technical Management Inkanyezi Event Organisers Inono Events Co-ordination Inspire Furniture Intelligent Africa Marketing and Training International Convention Solutions
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International Hotel School Training Into Africa Intundla Game Lodge & Bush Spa Isiphiwo Boutique Hotel Isiqwane Marketing Promotions and Travels Isizwe Hospitality
J J&J Conferences t/a Belmont Square Conference Centre Jacaranda Events JC Travel Solutions Jellyfish Catering and Event Management Jeremy Kusner Productions Jewelvest, a division of Tourvest Holding JOBE Creatives Johannesburg Expo Centre JSE Juan Q Jubalu Investments t/a The Function Warehouse Jukwaa Group Julia Crown Productions Just Fab Conference & Events Just Identification System
K KayBee Events Kenzo Events Keust Projects Keyside Conferencing & Events Kezzy Kgomomonareng Travel t/a KMM Travel Kikuyu Africa Conferencing Kitso Hospitality Group Kouga Development Company t/a Circa
L La Vita Events & Conference Centre Lagoon Beach Hotel LaNo Activation Late Harvest Caterers & Events Leave it to me Leeu Dassenberg Estates Legacy Hotel Management Services Legacy of Sound Legend Lodges Hotel & Resorts Leriba Lodge Lets Settle Our Dues Corporation Limpopo Event Co-ordinators Limpopo Tourism Agency Litha Communications Livewired Local Conference Solutions LogiKal Event Management Londocor Public Relations Louis-THE-lawyer Lounge Around
Lumi Technologies (IML) Luxury Hotels International South Africa Luxury Productions t/a Event Affairs Lynnwood Conference Centre
M Magic Bus & Mega Coach Magic Club Magic Travel Magical Occasions Magna Skills Magnetic Storm Mahuma Group Makulu Events Mandela Bay Development Agency Marine Dynamics Maropeng aAfrika Leisure Mashabela Creatives Mason Company Matshezi Productions Mavi Travel & Conference MC Business Advisory & Marketing MCI South Africa t/a Ovation Destination Management Mega Works Trading Enterprise 200 t/a Showtime Entertainment MEI Design Melodi Ya Batsha Entertainment Menlyn Boutique Hotel Metro Conference Centre Mila Business Solutions Milla SA Milzet consulting services Mirchee MK Exotic Tours Mohale Lodge & Katse Lodge Monakaladi Guest Lodge t/a Monakaladi Travels Mongoose Communications and Design Montdor Hotel Monte De Dios Moses Mabhida Stadium Mossel Bay Tourism Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency MSH Chargings Systems Mthatha Health Resource Centre
N Namanje Events Solutions National Convention Bureau SAT Ndabaningi Holdings Ndalo Media Ndlovukazi Online Media Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University New Dimension Group NH The Lord Charles Hotel North West Tourism Board Northern Cape Tourism Authority
NT Events Management
O Off The Wall Events Olive Convention Centre Omni Africa On Show Solutions One World Media Onezone Digital Commerce Onscreen Presentations t/a Onscreen Conferences & Events Optima Holidays Orion Hotels & Resorts Oyster King
P PAN African Training Paradigm Conferences and Events Participlan Group Facilitation Party Animal Production t/a Nungu Party Creations Peermont Global Pepper Club Hotel Management PeriExpo Petals Phambili African Events Phoenix ICE Solutions PIE Management Pierre Live Plan Ahead Conferences Plattner Golf t/a Fancourt Hotel PMG Events and Promotions Polka Dots t/a Forever Friday Portfolio of Resorts Potters Hand Activations President Hotel President Hotel Cape Town Price Forbes Private Safaris Proactive Public Relations Project Brand Promotional Plastics ProsperIS Technology Collaboration Protea Hotel Durbanville Pumula Beach Hotel Pure Grit Project and Exhibitions Management Pure Joy Lodge & Conference Centre Purple Square Media
Q Quick I.T. Rentals Qwalety Group
R Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton Ramathesele Media and Communications Ramblersclub Rand Club RBJ Marketing Solutions Recreation Africa Leisure Industries Red Cherry Computer Rentals
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Association Resource Guide 2018 | Association members A-Z REDE – Resource Design Redlight Entertainment Reed Exhibitions Reed Venue Management t/a The Ticketpro Dome Regional Centre for Training & Development Renele Travel and Conferencing Rennies Travel Incentives and Special Event Management Trading as LimeX Rent a Car division of Barloworld SA t/a Avis Rent a Car Reynolds Travel Centre Rhodes University RieGo Consulting Ripcord Promotions Rodlin Design Rovos Rail Royal St. Andrews Hotel, Conference Centre and Spa RPB Conference & Event Management RPM Events & Decor Company RS Travels
S SA Leisure Connexion SA Resort Services SAACI Academy SAACI Eastern Cape SAACI Express SAACI Head Office SAACI KwaZulu-Natal SAACI Western Cape SAB World of Beer Sadmon Projects and Consulting SAIL Rights Commercialisation Saint George Hotel Sanaandi Events & Hospitality Sandakahle Events Management Sanlam Life Insurance SARETEC Savanna Skills SAVETCON SCAN Display Solutions Scatterlings Conferences & Events Scorpion Events Management Seating Plan Furniture Hire Sebaka Events Sebastians Conferencing Selby’s Productions Serengeti Golf Club Services Plus International Servier Laboratories SA Shades of Green Events Shaka Tours & Safaris Sheerwalk Conference and Leisure Centre Shidila Trading Enterprise Showdesign Sibylle Rutherford Promotions & Tourism Sicas Guest House Sierra Hotel Group Simply Audiovisual
SK Nineteen76 Travel and Conferences Snazzi Solutions Solid Rock Event Technical Songhai Tourism & Events Sorrento Events Sound Systems Function Design South African Airways South African Chefs Association South African Medical Research Council South African National Parks South African Reserve Bank Southern Cross Conferences Specialized Tours & Events Spier Resort Management Spintelligent Springbok Atlas Star Sound Sterling Afrika Training & Consultancy Stonehaven on Vaal Strategic Business Services t/a SBS Conferences Summit Software Sun International Management Sunny Tours and Travel Service Sunwa River Lodge Supreme Expo Services Surge Brand Studio Syavaya Group Syner-G Marketing and Events Synergy Business Events
T Taj Cape Town Tanzania Conference Services Tanzanite and Sapphire Tau Ya Phoka TechnoScene Ten Bompas Terra Nova Tours Terrilyn Goldman Thaba Eco Hotel The Alphen Boutique Hotel The Collection by Liz McGrath The Conference Company The Forum Company The Green Room Designs The Kelway Hotel The Media House Production The Meeting Professionals The Orchards Executive Accommodation The Riverbed Marketing and Communications Agency The Rustic Kitchen The Sandton Indaba Hotel The Sharks The Source PR & Event Management The Summerstrand Hotel The Westin Cape Town Thoughtfire Timity Travel
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TKO Promotions Top Media and Communication Tour2.0 Tourvest Destination Management Township Patterns Travel & Trade Publishing / Now Media Travel Update Travel with Flair Conferencing & Events TravelPeople Travkor Africa Tri Active Events Management Tribal Meetings Tsalena Media Tsebo Outsourcing Group – Fedics Tshepang Marketing Solutions Tshwane University of Technology – Pretoria Campus Tsogo Sun Turners Conferences & Conventions Two Oceans Aquarium Two Oceans Cape Tours Two Way Exhibitions & Events Tzaneen Country Lodge & Conference Centre
U UCT Conference Management Centre UGU South Coast Tourism Ultimate Data Sciences Umfana Conferences & Events Management University of South Africa Unisa Unlimited Events Decor urbantonic Ushaka Marine World UTHO Capital
V V and A Waterfront Holdings VK Promotions & Conferences Vaalnest Boutique Hotel Vawdas Promotions Velocity Vision Venue Finders Venues for Conferences in Africa Villas and Hotels for Africa Vineyard Hotel Vitom Brands Communication Vusisizwe Marketing Solutions
W Water Research Commission WEDJ MICE Where Next? Wink Promotions Wintertide Trading 139 t/a Colour of Africa Witch & Wizard Productions Wits Sports Admin Conference Venues Woodhill Country Club
Workshops Anonymous World Wide Mice Wow Cape Town Tours XL Millennium Travel XL NEXUS Travel XO Africa Travel Ya Batho Travel and Events Management Yeptee Management Company Zanenza Holdings ZenOne Productions Zulu Nyala Group Zulwini Tours & Safaris Z-Zone Event Solutions
aaxo A Agri Expo
E Expo Promotions Exposure Marketing & Communication
H Hypenica
M Media 10 Messe Munchen SA
O On Show Solutions
R Reed Exhibitions
S SA Confex Services Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery Spintelligent Synergy Business Events
T TE Trade Events Terrapinn The Wedding Expo ® The Wine Show/ Tops Bierfest
Z Zimbabwe International Trade Fair Company
2 Way Exhibitions & Events 2 Way Exhibitions & Events Cape Town
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B Barmotion Basilmin Batsumi Travel Blucube Brandswell Business Events Africa
C Cape Town and Western Cape Convention Bureau Cape Town International Convention Centre Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Johannesburg Cherry Apple Media Compex Concept G Cape Concept G Exhibitions & Events Conker Exhibitions
D Department of Trade and Industry (dti) Design & Display Display Booth Rentals Dk Designs Dogan Exhibitions and Events Downings Marquee Hiring – Cape Town Downings Marquees Hiring – Pretoria Durban Chamber of Commerce & Industry Durban ICC Durban KwaZulu-Natal Convention Bureau Dzines
E Eadrums Events & Productions ESG Brand Architects ESSA Event Supplier & Services Association Event Greening Forum Exhibition Freighting G.S.M. Exhibition Stands & Events Exhibitions & Events Warehouse Exhibitions SA Expo Guys Expo Solutions Expo Solutions – Cape Town Expo Solutions – Durban Expo Trends Expoexpertise Fairground Holdings Garona Communication and Projects
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Gearhouse South Africa – Cape Town Gearhouse South Africa – Durban Gearhouse South Africa – Johannesburg Gl Events South Africa – Cape Town Gl Events South Africa – Durban Gl Events South Africa – Johannesburg Global Special Effects Green Exhibition Services HOTT 3 Dimensional Marketing
I I-Cube Alternate Advertising Ikhono Communications Inhouse Exhibitions & Logistics INHOUSE Venue Technical Management Inkanyezi Events Organisers Innovation Factory Inspire Furniture Rentals
Sandton Tourism Association (STA)
K Katlego Global Logistics Khululekani Security Services Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit
L La Rouxnelle Logistics and Consulting LEDVision Louis The Lawyer Lounge Around
M M&M Expo and Stage Worx Marketing Merchants Meetings Mining Indaba® Neworld Exhibitions Octanorm South Africa Olive Convention Centre
P Pivion Communications Plan A Designs Pro Events Pure Grit Project & Exhibitions Management – Durban Pure Grit Project & Exhibitions Management – Johannesburg
Scan Display Solutions – Cape Town
S SA Shows Messe Frankfurt SAACI
C Crystal Events Crystal Events Africa
Scan Display Solutions – Durban Scan Display Solutions – Port Elizabeth Schenker South Africa
D Dragonfly Africa Duma Travel
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Shades of Green Shocraft Exhibitions & Shopfitting South African National Convention Bureau
Events Extra-Ordinary Excel Travel
G Giltedge DMC Green Inspirations DMC Grosvenor Tours
SSQ Exhibitions Standpro Display Sugo Projects Swift Displays Swift Displays – Johannesburg Switched-0N-Electrical (Division of 3D Group) Synergy Business Events
T The Conference Company – Cape Town The Conference Company – Johannesburg The Conference Company – KwaZulu-Natal The Event The Exhibitionist – Cape Town The Exhibitionist – Johannesburg The Exhibitionist – KwaZulu-Natal The Library Communications The New Dimension Group
I Into Africa
L Leading Incentives LimeX
M mirchee Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency
R Red Carnation Hotels South Africa Red Hot Events & Hiring Rewards Incentive & Conference Management Reynolds Travel Centre Rwanda Convention Centre
The Plant Inn – Hire Plants & Flowers The Source Public Relations TPSA/SACIA TST Onsite Management & Logistics Turners Conferences & Conventions
U Urbantonic
W Wappoint Whaam Concepts
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S Sandown Tours & Incentives Sure Voyager Travel SW – Africa Destination Management
T The Inside Edge The Obvious Choice The Winners Group Thousand Hills Expeditions Tourvest Incentives Meetings & Events Tshwane Convention & Visitors Services Bureau (TC&VSB)
ZF Cleaning Services Zimbabwe International Trade Fair Company
U Urban Ginga urbantonic Uwin Iwin International
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R RBJ Marketing Solutions Resource Design
Bushtracks Africa
Scan Display Solutions
J Johannesburg Expo Centre Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry: Midrand Region Johannesburg Convention Bureau
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Sandton Convention Centre
Walthers Destination Business-Solutions – Africa WY-GO
A Adventure Works African Link Tours
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Africanlink Travel Akilanga DMC & Events
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Venue news
It’s official:
CTICC2 is now open CTICC 2, the Cape Town International Convention Centre’s R900 million expansion, is open for business. Western Cape Premier Helen Zille and Cape Town Executive Mayor, Patricia de Lille officially opened the centre on 25 January 2018.
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he new facility is set to strengthen Cape Town’s reputation as a global business events destination, and marks significant progress in the CTICC’s strategy of becoming one of the top ten long-haul convention centres in the world. Construction of CTICC 2 commenced in 2014. The facility is a collaborative project by the centre and its shareholders – the City of Cape Town, Western Cape Government and SunWest International. Chief executive officer of the CTICC, Julie-May Ellingson, said the CTICC is now a fully integrated event venue complex, never before seen in Cape Town, which offers clients unparalleled choice and flexibility. Ever since the CTICC opened in 2003, expansion was on the cards as the centre’s growth exceeded expectations. High occupancy and lack of capacity prompted the company’s board to search for expansion sites. Executive Mayor Patricia de Lille said that CTICC 2 boosts Cape Town’s reputation as a globally-competitive business events destination, and will
enhance the socio-economic benefits the centre produces. Western Cape Premier Helen Zille said: “The CTICC has far outperformed original expectations, becoming a profit centre in its own right. The CTICC’s continued profitability shows that government can facilitate entrepreneurship and that public-private partnerships can flourish in South Africa.” Western Cape Minister of Economic Development Alan Winde said: “The CTICC’s important role in job creation and bringing revenue into the province cannot be underestimated. My hope is that the new, expanded convention centre will radically accelerate the creation of jobs for residents in this sector. “As part of Project Khulisa, my department has been focused on growing the tourism sector and creating more jobs. We know that business travellers tend to spend more money when they travel, which benefits suppliers, retail and our economy as a whole. “Delegates at CTICC-hosted conferences spent R1.3 billion in
Western Cape Minister of Economic Development Alan Winde, Executive Mayor of Cape Town Patricia de Lille, CTICC CEO Julie-May Ellingson and Convenco Chairman Vuyo Ntoi at the unveiling of the plaque celebrating the opening of CTICC 2.
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2016/17, while international delegates brought R363 million in foreign exchange into our economy.” The interactive opening ceremony gave guests the opportunity to experience several of the state-of-the-art meeting spaces within the facility. “CTICC 2 adds an additional 31 148 m2 to our complex, including 10 000 m2 of conference and exhibition space, as well as a further 3 000 m2 of formal and informal meeting space. “These numbers translate to six exhibition halls, four meeting suites, five meeting pod rooms, an executive boardroom, three open-air terraces including an impressive rooftop venue, a coffee shop, and a multi-level parking garage,” Ms Ellingson said. The centre, located opposite and due east of the original convention centre, boasts an environmentally sustainable design, high-tech venue control systems, high-calibre IT infrastructure, free public Wi-Fi, three production kitchens to cater for every type of event, and a service tunnel under Heerengracht avenue connecting CTICC 2 with CTICC1. The centre will now be further integrated with CTICC 1 to ensure seamless event operations. “Phase 2 of the CTICC 2 project is well underway. In the next few months, we will be able to start construction of the skybridge linking the two buildings across Heerengracht,” Ms Ellingson confirmed. Prior to the official opening, CTICC 2 had already hosted several “event firsts” to showcase the centre’s capabilities welcoming close to 50 000 delegates. While Cape Town’s severe drought remains the key talking point in the city, Ms Ellingson explained that the CTICC has implemented several water saving measures to reduce the centre’s water consumption. www.businesseventsafrica.com
Venue news
JEC 2018:
We are open for business The Johannesburg Expo Centre (JEC) is a world-class venue that offers clients, exhibitors, and visitors a unique and memorable experience, and therefore it is no surprise that some of the most iconic exhibitions, conferences and events keep returning to the JEC each year.
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raig Newman, chief executive officer of JEC said: “Since its establishment over three decades ago, JEC has continued to transform its outstanding facilities to become one of the leading venues in the world today, and the biggest events venue in Southern Africa.” Here’s a snapshot of what to expect on our events calendar in 2018.
Rand Show 2018 One of the most anticipated events at the JEC in 2018 is the return of the Rand Show, from Friday 30 March to Sunday 8 April. With a 123-year legacy, the Rand Show remains one of South Africa’s largest and most iconic events. The Rand Show 2018 will include extended hours giving visitors the opportunity to enjoy the fun fair and food from various vendors by night as well – all in all providing a definitive consumer experience. Some of the newly launched expos include: The Sports Expo @ Rand Show, Into the Future Expo @ Rand Show, Kids Expo @ Rand Show, Showcase SA, and the Lifestyle Expo @ Rand Show. “The Rand Show continues to provide families with a value-packed outing with over 200 000 visitors in attendance annually,” Mr Newman said.
bauma CONEXPO AFRICA bauma CONEXPO AFRICA 2018 is the International Trade Fair for construction machinery, building material machines, mining machines and construction vehicles. It provides the construction and mining industry in Africa with a professional platform for networking, investment and the exchange of ideas www.businesseventsafrica.com
and information. The show, launched in 2015 at the JEC, has established itself, returning every biennial for this globallyrecognised event.
Ultra South Africa 2018 One of the most renowned Electronic Dance Music (EDM) Festivals in the world, made its debut in South Africa in 2013 with Ultra South Africa. This year the Ultra Music Festival presents Ultra SA’s fifth anniversary, when this outdoor music festival returns to the JEC on 10 February, bringing the world’s top EDM DJ’s with unparalleled stage designs and top-tier productions to more than 40 000 South African EDM fans.
Interbuild Africa 2018 Interbuild Africa returns to the exhibition halls at JEC from 15-18 August to mark its 50th anniversary, with a long and successful legacy that has earned this event the title of Africa’s largest building services and construction exhibition. Interbuild Africa, together with its worldclass co-located shows, is the definitive showcase for the full spectrum of building, construction, and related industries. These shows offer exhibitors unparalleled access to an international audience of key industry buyers and influential decisionmakers.
Electra Mining 2018 One of the most renowned Mining Trade Exhibitions in Africa will return to JEC from 10-14 September 2018, bringing together over 800 exhibitors to meet thousands of local and international visitors to see the latest innovations across mining, industrial,
electrical, power, transport, and related industries. Visitors can view machinery and equipment in action during hundreds of live demonstrations. The value-add free-toattend seminars offer an excellent learning platform, while the co-located conferences delivered great insight and knowledge to the delegates.
Other events on the calendar The JEC has a jam-packed calendar of events for 2018. The Gap Factor Shield Trade Day, the Bauma Conexpo Africa Show and Sonic State Music Festival, are just some of the events taking place during the first half of 2018. Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery will also celebrate its 50th Anniversary at JEC in February. The latter half of 2018 sees the return of numerous trade exhibitions, the Classic Car Show, the Agri Confex, and the Jehovah’s Witness International Conference. Mr Newman said: “The JEC offers a unique setting that can accommodate any client. Our strength lies in the diversity of our facilities, which enable us to host anything from an international music festival to a professional trade exhibition, car and boat shows, and upmarket events and weddings.” He added that to remain relevant, the JEC constantly reinvents itself. “Annual upgrades and renovations are critical to maintaining the high level of integrity to the venue’s infrastructure. It is all part of the commitment we’ve made to our clients and stakeholders to always provide the best possible experience. We have to ensure that we stay relevant in an environment that demands excellence in every way,” Mr Newman concluded.
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SAACI news
Professionalisation of the
business events industry
By Rudi Van Der Vvyer, chief executive officer of SAACI
What does professionalisation of the business events industry truly mean? When talking about the professionalisation of the business events industry we can draw a comparison with other industries that have successfully professionalised their environments.
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et’s use the accounting world as an example, here it refers to professional certifications which need to be obtained and kept up to date and relevant within their fields by means of Continued Development Programmes. Professionalisation is a form of selfregulation through certification, and association membership that provides security on the standards and quality of industry participants at various levels. Similarly, the professionalisation of the business events industry has the aim of providing a benchmark for standards of service and the quality thereof through appropriate certification. It is also a concept driving not only individuals within an industry but the
companies in which those individuals operate. This then organically spills over to the entire industry and lifts the operational standards of all players. There is also an educational component to this process, meaning end-user clients are educated to be aware of and conscious to demand a professional supplier, as this provides them with the assurance of a certain level and quality of service as well as proper recourse in the event of something going wrong or a substandard service. This recourse is only due to the code of conduct and ethics agreed to by professionals within the industry when taking up a certification or being part of a professional association.
By professionalising the industry, we also align with international best practices with the backing of internationallyrecognised certifications. SAACI is currently recognised by the international industry as the professional association for business events in Southern Africa, and we aim to further expand and strengthen this recognition during 2018 and onward by further collaboration with international association partners. We are also working on various projects to, within the Southern African environment, professionalise our industry and educate end user clients on the importance of choosing wisely and demanding certain criteria and standards from their suppliers within the industry.
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Keeping ahead of the curve 2017 brought to the exhibition and events industry, an increase in themed and live streamed events with attendee interactivity and VR (Virtual Reality) as focus points.
Despite political tensions, a rise in protectionism, and a perceived fragility of free trade, both the global economy and the exhibition industry, are growing at a higher rate than expected. Growth, however, cannot be taken for granted.
The data points to digital The industry’s resilience and adaptability are facing perhaps their biggest test and
The blurring of the lines This will continue and intensify between historically separate event formats like exhibitions, congresses, and conferences.
The quest for talent and skills Organisers and venues are rethinking who they need to hire and what skills they need to add. While a significant number of talent programmes around the world now offer opportunities for future leaders to stand out, education programmes still need to be developed to provide sufficient qualified talent for everyday needs, especially on the venue side.
The challenge of security This will have to be answered against a backdrop of attacks on the public around the world. There is no “one size fits all”, no single “check list” solution for all the different types of events. Security for everyone at events will be shaped by the level of collaboration between all the parties involved, including the service providers.
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the event. Tangible learnings and benefits are highly sought after. Doug Rix, Exhibition and Event Association of Southern Africa (EXSA) chair commented: ‘’These new and exciting event journeys serve to further cement the attendee memory with the ultimate lasting impression, creating a yearning for more. It will be interesting to see how we innovate from these trends; keep enticing attendees as we feed their increasing appetite, and what we will do to top the latest next best thing? In this vein, our objectives as EXSA are to keep our members connecting, engaging, learning and growing.” According to UFI, the industry is seeing the following trends:
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hese trends will certainly carry over into 2018 with a more detailed emphasis on artificial intelligence, interactive and personalised content, healthy foods and beverages, the human element and attendee wellbeing. Mind, body and balance will take a stronger stance in an ever-evolving, technological world where digitalisation is becoming core and the pace, ever more rapid. Stress is at an all-time high and in the interests of preservation, mindfulness is becoming key. As is meeting the needs of the growing millennial workforce, taking global networking into consideration. Attendees will be provided with the platform at events to select which sessions, breakaways and workshops are relevant to them. Suddenly, they have access to discernment and the event becomes more personalised as a result. Summits will become festivals of choices, journeys of discovery where the experience is sensory. Immersive events are on the rise, with non-traditional entertainment offerings. For instance, instead of a single activation element, the activation evolves into a full background set, reflecting a scene that is determined by the theme of
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AAXO triple roars into the New Year For the Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO), the number “three” is important this year. 2018 has seen AAXO celebrate its third year since inception and this year has kicked-off with a triple roar.
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irst on the agenda was the Exhibition of Exhibitions, followed by Exhibitor and Organiser training, and then the prestigious ROAR Awards ceremony. This saw the entire industry unite for a jam-packed week of triple learning and collaboration opportunities. The Exhibition of Exhibitions (EoE) kickstarted 2018 in true AAXO style, not only showcasing exhibitions that are taking place in 2018 and beyond, but it gave exhibitors an opportunity to see various types of stand building, design and creative trends that are available when planning their stand at an exhibition. New trends and technology were highlighted at the event and it was a great opportunity to network with like-minded marketing people who have already discovered the power of exhibitions as a marketing platform. Speaking of which, our first organiser and exhibitor training features second on the AAXO year planner and covered pertinent issues like improving sales as well as safety and security. The aim was to assist members with sales growth and
to ensure safe and secure exhibitions – given the global political climate and the enhanced safety threats internationally. Two world-renowned experts in the fields of sales improvement and safety and security shared their expertise with the audience, leaving our delegates with a sense of comprehensiveness as they left the practical, real-world based, learning environment. To complete this triple roar, AAXO hosted our annual ROAR Awards. The main goal of the awards was to create a platform for talented and dedicated industry professionals to be recognised and celebrated for the hard work that they put into their exhibition/organising. This was successfully achieved, judging by the volume and quality of entries received from our organisers and exhibitors. It was heartwarming to see a bigger and even better gala event this year that highlighted the level of excellence of the African exhibition industry. The award categories covered a wide range from various trade and consumer
exhibition categories, to Confex and table top categories. Social media and Africa bound were additions to this list. Judging the entries was no easy task, even for this group of experienced professionals. Apart from recognition at the gala event, winners received exposure on the AAXO website and media coverage. The general feedback was that members loved the recognition and additional credibility the awards brings, “making our hard work so much more worthwhile.” The ROAR Awards was hosted under the umbrella of the Exhibitions Industry Alliance (EIA), in conjunction with EXSA, with whom AAXO has a collaboration agreement. It was well attended and guests were impressed with our program, entertainment, the good spirt and networking opportunities. Although AAXO is still a young organisation, it has taken the African exhibition organisers industry to another level by continuously improving member’s credibility and transparency through various initiatives like these mentioned here. AAXO – Association of African Exhibition Organisers t: +27 (0)11 549 8300 e: info@aaxo.co.za www.aaxo.co.za
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Conferences, workshops and exhibitions of interest to the conference, exhibition and special events market For free entries in this calendar, please supply information to: Contact Publications Tel: +27 (0)31 764 6977 | Email: hayley@contactpub.co.za LOCAL 2018 31 JANUARY – 1 FEBRUARY Safe Management at Exhibitions & Events Venue: The Ticketpro Dome More information: AAXO Tel:+27 11 794 5800 www.ticketprodome.co.za
1 FEBRUARY: ROAR Awards Venue: The Ticketpro Dome More information: AAXO Tel: +27 11 549 8300 Email: aaxo@aaxo.co.za | www.aaxo.co.za 2 FEBRUARY: Directing Safely at Events More information: AAXO Venue: The
INTERNATIONAL: 2018 JANUARY 22-23: AIME Dubai. Venue: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Tel: +971 603 3300 Email: event@aime.aero FEBRUARY 6-8: IBTM ARABIA. Venue: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Ticketpro Dome Tel:+27 11 794 5800 www.ticketprodome.co.za
27-28 FEBRUARY: Meetings Africa Venue: Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg More information: South African Tourism Tel: +27 (0)11 895 3000 Email: convention@southafrica.net www.meetingsafrica.co.za 18-20 APRIL: WTM Africa 2018 Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town
FEBRUARY 20-21: AIME 2018. Venue: Melbourne Convention &
APRIL 19-20: ibtm africa Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre www.ibtmafrica.com 8-10 MAY: INDABA. Venue: Durban International Convention Centre Tel: +27 (0)11 467 5011 Email: indaba@indaba-southafrica.co.za www.indaba-southafrica.co.za
Exhibition Centre, Melbourne, Australia. Tel: +61 2 9422 2500. www.aime.com.au
MAY 15-17: IMEX in Frankfurt Venue: Halle 8, Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt www.imex-frankfurt.com
15-18 APRIL: ICCA Congress Venue: Sydney, Australia Tel: +61 (0) 2 9254 5000 Email: info@icca2018sydney.com www.icca2018sydney.com
JUNE 29-JULY 1: ICCA Association Meetings Programme. Venue: Fukuoka, Japan. More information: ICCA Netherlands. Tel: +31 20 398 1902
MAY 13-15: Association Expert Seminar. Venue: Frankfurt am Main, Germany. More information: ICCA Netherlands. Tel: +31 20 398 1961
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OCTOBER 16-18: IMEX America Venue: Sands Expo, Las Vegas, USA www.imexamerica.com 11-14 NOVEMBER: 57th ICCA Congress Venue: Dubai, UAE Tel: +31203981902 www.iccaworld.org
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National chairperson: Wayne Johnson, Sales Ambassador, Century City Conference Centre e: wayne.j@ccconferencecentre.co.za c: +27(0)83 448 1324 Vice-chairperson: Kim Roberts, The Forum Company e: kim.roberts@theforum.co.za c: +27 (0)82 652 2008 Treasurer: Glenn van Eck Chief Executive Officer Magnetic Storm e: glenn@magnetic.co.za c: +27 (0)82 800 2616 Public officer: Denise Kemp Director, Eastern Sun Events e: denise@esternsun.co.za c: +27 (0)82 654 9755 Chief executive officer: Rudi Van Der Vyver e: ceo@saaci.org c: 27(0)84 580 9882
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Co-ordinator: Wendy Knott-Craig e: ec.za@saaci.org c: +27(0)73 201 8699 COMMITTEE: Leigh Myles-Rohroft JHGroup-Hotel Savoy e: leigh@jhgroup.co.za c: +27 (0)83 228 3928 David Limbert Magnetic Storm e: david@magnetic.co.za c: +27 (0)82 906 4198 Alastair Stead Scan Display e: alastair@scandisplayec.co.za c: +27 (0)73 236 6618 Donna Peo Fish River Sun e: donna.peo@suninternational.com c: +27 (0)82 941 6911 Sadie Isaacs Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism e: conference@nmbt.co.za c: +27 (0)82 990 7652
EC chairperson: Andrew Stewart PeriExpo e: andrew@periexpo.co.za c: +27 (0)82 578 5987
Gill Dickie Bidvest Car Rental e: gilld@bidvestcarrental.co.za c: +27 (0)79 527 7619
KZN chairperson: Nick Papadopoulos Eat Greek Caterers e: nick@eatgreek.catering c: +27(0)84 505 0113
Vuyiseka Skepe Mandela Bay Development Agency e: vuyiseka.skepe@mbda.co.za c: +27 (0)79 996 2854
JHB chairperson: Lorin Bowen Synergy Business Events e: lorin@synergybe.co.za c: + 27 (0) 824338687 WC chairperson: Jaques Fouche Gearhouse e: jfouche@gearhouse.co.za c: +27 (0)83 607 2046 Tshwane chairperson: Robert Walker Jukwaa Group e: r.walker@jukwaa.net c: +27 (0)82 550 0162 C&E forum: Gwyn Matthews Southern Cross Conferences e: gwyn@scconferences.com c: +27 (0)21 683 5106 Government representative: Nonnie Kubeka Gauteng Convention & Events Bureau e: nonnie@gauteng.net c: +27 (0)83 571 7410
JOHANNESBURG
Chairperson: Lorin Bowen Vice-chairperson: Michelle Bingham Sandton Convention Centre e: michelle.bingham@tsogosun.com c: +27 (0)11 779 0000
TSHWANE
Chairperson: Robert Walker Jukwaa Group e: r.walker@jukwaa.net c: +27 (0)12 667 2074 Vice-chairperson: Melanie Pretorius CSIR e: mpretorius1@csir.co.za c: +27 (0)82 410 1202 Treasurer: Emily Naidoo CSIR ICC e: enaidoo@csir.co.za t: +27 (0)12 841 3435
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Dr Nellie Swart, CMP Unisa e: swartmp@unisa.ac.za c: +27 (0)82 771 0270 Taubie Motlhabane City of Tshwane Tourism e: taubiem@tswane.gov.za c: +27 (0)79 075 1560 Juan Quinn, Juan Q e: juan@juanq.co.za c: +27 (0)72 352 3598 Leon Pheiffer EPH Productions Monte de Dios e: leon@montededios.co.za c: +27 (0)82 924 9046 Jeana Turner Sales Manager Affordable Adventures e: jeana.t@outlook.com c: +27 (0)83 400 2685 Anette Burden Owner, Casa Toscana e: anette@casatoscana.co.za c: +27 (0)82 787 614
KWA-ZULU NATAL
Treasurer: Manuela Gomes Bidvest Car Rental e: ManuelaG@bidvestcarrental.co.za c: +27 (0)82 065 927
Chairperson: Nick Papadopoulos Vice-chairperson & Treasurer: Scott Langley Durban ICC e: scottl@icc.co.za c: +27 (0)31 360 1351
Branch co-ordinator: Letticia Ndhlala e: letticia@saaci.org c: +27 (0)71 294 6844
Co-ordinator: Carol Macnab e: kzn.za@saaci.org c: +27 (0)79 072 0133
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EASTERN CAPE
Monique De Sousa Scan Display Solutions e: monique@scandisplay.co.za c: +27 (0)11 447 4777
Chairperson: Andrew Stewart PeriExpo e: andrew@periexpo.co.za c: +27 (0)82 578 5987
Laura Kanda Indaba Hotel e: sales3@indabahotel.co.za c: +27 (0)72 864 4937
Vice-chairperson: David Limbert Magnetic Storm e: david@magnetic.co.za c: +27 (0)82 906 4198
Carin Jordaan Tsogo Sun e: Carin.Jordaan@tsogosun.com c: +27 (0)82 777 8764
Treasurer: Glenn van Eck Magnetic Storm e: glenn@magnetic.co.za c: +27 (0)82 800 2616
Moses Gontai Namanje Events Solutions e: moses@namanjevents.co.za c: +27 (0)11 931 0072
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Denver Manickum I-Cube Alternative Marketing e: denver@icube.co.za c: +27 (0)83 482 8525 Dawn Holmwood e: dawnholmwood@outlook.com c: +27 (0)71 519 9740 Ayanda Shabangu-Sturlese Makulu Events e: ayanda@makuluevents.co.za c: +27 (0)79 473 3800 t: +27 (0)31 261 1136 Terrilyn Goldman Greyville Conference Centre e: terrilyn@greville.co.za c: +27(0)82 820 9473 t: +27 (0)31 309 1430 Liam Prince Gearhouse e: liam.prince@gearhouse.co.za
c: +27 (0)83 602 0442 t: +27 (0)31 792 6200 Imran Ahmed Aqua Tours and Transfers e: imran@aquatours.co.za c: +27 (0)82 410 7116 Tracey Delport aha Hotels & Lodges e: Tracey.delport@aha.co.za c: +27 (0)83 293 5190 t: +27 (0)31 536 6520 Kim Gibbens Aqua Tours and Transfers e: kim@aquamice.co.za c: +27 (0)79 693 9530 Vicki Hooper Venue for Conferences in Africa e: info@venues.co.za c: +27 (0)83 256 8120 t: +27 (0)31 764 0059 James Seymour Durban KZN Convention Bureau e: james@durbankzncb.co.za c: +27 (0)82 925 5508 t: +27 (0)31 360 1171 Tarannum Banatwalla Jellyfish Catering e: tarannum@jellyfishcatering.co.za c: +27 (0)83 254 9462 t: +27 (0)31 564 8034
WESTERN CAPE Chairperson: Jaques Fouche Gearhouse e: jfouche@gearhouse.co.za c: +27 (0)83 607 2046 Vice-chairperson: Lerisha Mudaliar Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau e: lerisha@wesgro.co.za t: +27 (0)21 487 8600 Treasurer: Jaco du Plooy NH The Lord Charles e: revman@presidenthotel.co.za t: +27 (0)21 855 1040 Co-ordinator: Lara van Zyl e: wc.za@saaci.org c: +27 (0)82 223 4684
COMMITTEE: Zandri Swartz Century City Conference Centre e: zandri.s@ccconferencecentre.co.za t: +27 (0)21 204 8000 Cindy Ferreira Buser Mirchee e: cindy@mirchee.co.za c: +27 (0)72 192 5656 Andrew Gibson Magnetic Storm e: andrew@magnetic.co.za c: +27 (0)74 588 3054 Esti Venske CPUT e: venskee@cput.ac.za c: +27 (0)83 482 9276 Esmare Steinhofel ICCA Africa e: Esmare.S@iccaworld.org c: +27 (0)84 056 5544 Thiru Naidoo Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau e: thiru@wesgro.co.za t: +27 (0)21 487 8600 Angela Lorimer Spier e: angelal@spier.co.za t: +27 (0)21 809 1101
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Official Journal of the Southern Africa Chapter of the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence President: Tes Proos e: tes@crystalevents.co.za c: +27 (0)84 682 7676 Daryl Keywood e: daryl@walthers.co.za c: +27 (0)82 904 4967 Peter-John Mitrovich e: peter-john.mitrovich@ grosvenortours.com c: +27 (0)82 318 1889
EXSA OFFICE 19 Richards Drive, Gallagher Convention Centre, Gallagher House Level 2, Midrand, Johannesburg PO Box 2632, Halfway House, 1685 t: +27 (0)11 805 7272 f: +27 (0)11 805 7273 e: info@exsa.co.za www.exsa.co.za EXSA Chair Doug Rix DK Design t: +27 (0)82 579 7071 e: dougrix@wol.co.za EXSA Vice Chair Chair of Western Cape Forum Gill Gibbs Blu Cube t: +27 (0)83 260 8035 e: gill@blu3.co.za Patrick Cronning Expo Guys t: +27 (0)83 281 5584 e: pat@expoguys.co.za
Daksha Vallabh Sandton Convention Centre t: +27 (0)82 349 2025 e: daksha.vallabh@tsogosun.com Chair of Young Professionals Forum Adele Von Well GL events t: +27 (0)82 464 8702 e: adele.vonwell@gl-events.com EXSA Treasurer Andrew Gibbs Concept G t: +27 (0)83 260 8065 e: andrew@conceptg.co.za Sandile Makhanya Durban ICC t: +27 (0)82 042 6469 e: sandilema@icc.co.za Neil Nagooroo SA Tourism t: +27 (0)82 929 5241 e: neil@southafrica.net
Johan Venter e: johan@urbanginga.co.za c: +27 (0)83 558 2349 Kyasha Bhoola e: kyasha@africanlink.co.za c: +27 (0)72 614 0069 Barry Futter e: barry@adventureworks.co.za c: +27 (0)82 790 9015 Secretariat: Mariaan Burger e: info@sitesouthernafrica.com c: +27 (0)82 557 8041
Chairperson: Ben Asoro Commercial Director, Calabar ICC, Calabar Nigeria t: +23 48173098930 t: +25 4722493146 e: ben@conventioncentrecalabar.com
President: Nina Freysen-Pretorius The Conference Company t: +27 (0)31 303 9852 f: +27 (0)31 303 9529 e: nina@confco.co.za Secretariat: Esmare Steinhofel ICCA Africa Regional director c: +27 (0)84 056 5544 e: esmare.s@iccaworld.org. www.iccaworld.com/dbs/ africanchapter www.iccaworld.com
AAXO – Association of African Exhibition Organisers Reed Place, Culross on Main Office Park, 34 Culross Road, Bryanston, Johannesburg t: +27 (0)11 549 8300 | e: info@aaxo.co.za | www.aaxo.co.za General manager: Llewellyn du Plessis | t: +27 (0)11 549 8300 e: llewellyn@aaxo.co.za
Chairperson Carol Weaving (Reed Exhibitions) Senior co-ordinator: Johné Louwrens t: +27 (0)11 549 8300 | e: aaxo@aaxo.co.za Vice-chairperson: Projeni Pather (Exposure Marketing) Treasurer: Phil Wood (TE Trade Events) Board members: Amanda Cunningham (The Wedding Expo); Amanda Margison (OnShow solutions); Leatitia van Straten (Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery); Dee Reuvers (SA Confex) Le-Ann Hare (Spintelligent)
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SATI – South African Translators’ Institute Executive director: Marion Boers t: +27 (0)11 803 2681 | office@translators. org.za | www.translators.org.za SATSA – Southern Africa Tourism Services Association Box 900, Ferndale 2160 | t: +27 (0)11 886 9996 | f: +27 866832082 | jennym@satsa.co.za | www.satsa.com Chief executive officer: David Frost Chief operations officer: Jenny Mewett SKAL International South Africa International Secretary: Anne Lamb t/f: +27 (0)21 434 7023 c: +27 (0)82 708 1836 | anne@yebo.co.za www.skalsouthafrica.org STA – Sandton Tourism Association t: +27 (0)83 558 5445 secretariat@sandtontourism.com www.sandtontourism.com TBCSA – Tourism Business Council of South Africa Box 11655, Centurion 0046 t: +27 (0)12 664 0120 f: +27 (0)12 664 0103 | comms@tbcsa.travel www.tbcsa.travel or | www.tomsa.co.za Member Relations Manager: Boitumelo Moleleki
TGCSA – Tourism Grading Council of South Africa Private Bag X10012, Sandton 2146 | t: +27 (0)11 895 3000 f: +27 (0)11 895 3001 enquiries@tourismgrading.co.za TINSA – Interpreters/Translators Network of Southern Africa Co-ordinator: info@interpreter.org.za t/f: +27 (0)11 485 2511 c: +27 (0)83 249 0010 www.interpreter.org.za TPSA – Technical Production Services Association 96 The Bridles, Douglas Crescent, Sundowner, 2188 t: +27 (0)11 083 6418 | c: +27 (0)82 555 5556 kevan@sacia.org.za | www.tpsa.co.za Executive director: Kevan Jones TTA – Tshwane Tourism Association Box 395, Pretoria 0001 t: +27 (0)12 841 4212 secretary@tshwanetourism.com www.tshwanetourism.com Chairperson: Bronwen Cadle de Ponte Secretary: Sithembile Nzimande Membership co-ordinator: Liz Oosthuysen membership@tshwanetourism.com
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The last word
Why South Africa needs to drive
sustainable tourism By Jerry Mabena, chief executive officer of Thebe Tourism Group
Our tourism industry has long been considered a world leader for responsible tourism, but it’s up to the local sector to ensure the longevity of the country’s tourism assets.
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t is commendable that, based on an assessment of the problems, constraints and opportunities facing the South African tourism industry and the imperatives of global change, the South African Tourism Department has developed a white paper for “Responsible Tourism”. It will be a key principle for the industry’s responsibility to the environment through the promotion of balanced, sustainable tourism and environmentally-friendly tourism activities. South Africa was ranked amongst the top four countries in the world in a 2015 Responsible Tourism League Table, driven by the website Responsible Travel. The table, a first of its kind, rates each tourist board globally as to its commitment
Who is Jerry Mabena? Jerry Mabena holds a B Com degree in Industrial Psychology and Economics from Rhodes University. He is the chief executive officer of Thebe Services Division, where he is responsible for the integration and growth of the Thebe Investment Corporation’s investment in the tourism, financial services and energy services industries. Before joining Thebe in 2011, he served as chief executive officer of Kagiso Property Holding. He has experience in advertising, marketing and business management. He serves as a director of Thebe Tourism Group (Pty) Limited. He also holds a diploma in project management from Damelin and a certificate programme in accounting and finance from Wits Business School.
to sustainable tourism. Each country can potentially score six points, which South Africa reached, joined by Bhutan, Sweden, and England. The table examined at least 50 countries tourism boards’ vision, policies and activities regarding responsible and sustainable tourism. The chief executive officer of Responsible Travel, Justin Francis, noted that many tourist boards’ vision statements include little or no reference to sustainability or published responsible tourism policies or activities. Mr Francis said: “In many cases around the world, we think responsibility in tourism is being achieved despite the tourism board, not because of it. South Africa is a real exception. We have national and local strategies for responsible tourism enshrined in law and policy, and has real programmes of work to deliver it.” The table, however, is based solely on tourist boards’ commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism – purely looking at what they publish online, without on-theground research. The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) declared 2017 the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development. Locally, the National Department of Tourism’s annual Tourism Month initiative has taken on the theme of sustainability with the “I Do Tourism Sustainably” campaign. The focus, according to a department release, is “on promoting eco-friendly, inclusive and socially-responsible tourism practices that promote cultural diversity and boost this sector’s contribution to the South African economy”. It’s one thing for an industry to embrace the concept of sustainable tourism, which South Africa does, but it must be implemented across each of the country’s tourist attractions, sites, tours and other services. Our tourist attractions, including the scenery, wildlife and climate, are considered assets at risk and need to be protected to aid sustaining the planet. Furthermore, to boost economic growth, it’s vital that the entire sector drives
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sustainable tourism to boost job creation and the country’s economic future. But how do these two concepts – protecting the planet and growing business – go hand in hand? Statistics South Africa reported that the travel and tourism sector contributed 3.1 per cent to South Africa’s GDP in 2016, and employed at least 711 746 individuals, representing 4.5 per cent of the total workforce. In fact, tourism surpasses mining as an employer. Currently, one in 22 employed people in South Africa work in the tourism industry. The World Travel and Tourism Council has forecasted that by 2027, South Africa’s travel and tourism sector will account for 1 110 000 jobs directly, an increase of 4.1 per cent per annum over the next ten years. This means that a great deal of young people – matriculants and university graduates – will or can be absorbed by the sector through not only traditional hospitality and travel career opportunities, but also fields in technology and sciences. For South Africa, this means encouraging organisations in the industry to help previously disadvantaged establish their own businesses, sustainably. It is imperative that they include sustainable practices in their business models from the start. In addition, growing the market by developing local products in townships and villages. Likewise, it’s important that more heritage tourism routes are created. Empowering the black middle-class, or Afropolitans, to travel for leisure is an opportunity that needs to be embraced. Tapping into even a small percentage of the black market has the potential to boost revenue for the country by billions of Rands. If we could convert 10 per cent of black VFR travellers, we could generate R2 billion in revenue from the industry. From an international tourist’s perspective, more travellers are seeking out responsible tourism options that make a positive impact on the environment. We need to enforce practices that are not only good for the environment, but also good for business. www.businesseventsafrica.com
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