The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) has announced details of its Knowledge Programme for the 2024 event to be held at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) in Australia.
The theme for 2024, ‘The 4Ps of Glocalisation’, draws inspiration from the AIME global community’s wish of harmonising the relationship between global insights and local nuances.
Two keynote speakers include award winning marketing executive Lisa Ronson who has a career spanning more than 25 years at some of Australia’s best known consumer brands.
Bestselling author, TV host and founder of the 100 Things movement Sebastian Terry will also take the stage to talk on organisational transformation.
Hosted and curated by BEAM founder and chief engager and 2024 AIMEbassador El Kwang, the Knowledge Programme will launch AIME on 19 February 2024. More speakers from AIME’s speaker bureau partners Saxton Speakers Bureau and ICMI Speakers & Entertainers will also join a mix of 600 industry business leaders and professionals attending the programme.
Breakout sessions across the day will highlight how to align a ‘Glocalisation’ mindset with the pivotal 4Ps – People, Planet, Purpose, and Profit – to achieve deeper brand engagement and sustainable business success.
AIME event director Silke Calder says of the 2024 Knowledge Programme: “We reflected on the feedback from last year’s programme and are excited to work with El Kwang of BEAM and a passionate Advisory Committee to carefully curate a programme that aims to spotlight luminaries and trailblazers, fostering an environment where participants can select the specific ‘P’ that resonates most profoundly with their unique business objectives and professional growth.”
Lisa Ronson says she hopes programme attendees will gain a practical and principles-based approach to apply to create better leadership and stronger cultures.
“I’m excited about sharing real world examples of what to do – and just as importantly, what not to do – to improve the culture of an organisation, or any group,” she says.
Sebastian Terry says: “Glocalisation is the idea that the foundation to creating a thriving and connected community is ensuring that we empower individuals and local teams to become the best version of themselves within a like-minded network.”
Geelong’s future venue, the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre, will sponsor an exclusive food and beverage showcase across the Knowledge Programme day.
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) chief executive, Natalie O’Brien AM adds: “As the future operators of Nyaal Banyul, the centre will embody this year’s theme of ‘Glocalisation’, highlighting the rich offerings of the region and providing unique experiences for attendees, while incorporating global insights and trends.”
The AIME 2024 Knowledge Programme is attended by Hosted Buyers, Media, Exhibitors and Visitor Buyers who upgrade their ticket, but opportunities for education and inspiration continue for all attendees on the following days of AIME, with the Ideas Academy presented by Spice Magazine.
The Ideas Academy is an intimate space providing visitors access to short, thought-provoking panel discussions and sessions. Ideas Academy sessions will run continuously on Tuesday 20 and Wednesday 21 February and are free for all attendees. Bookings are not required.
AIME 2024 will run 19-21 February, 2024 at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
For more information or to register to attend AIME visit: aime.com.au
