First-timers’ Networking and Orientation Function

$7,700 inclusive of goods and services tax (GST)

The First Timers Networking Event will take place at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

This event is included in the full delegate registration for those delegates who are attending AIEC for the first time. 

Food and beverage will be organised by the conference organiser for in-person attendees. We kindly request that you support our efforts in making the conference more sustainable by using sustainable materials for all items supplied at the conference. 

Entitlements/inclusions

At the conference

  • Logo in the Program
  • Opportunity to display signage at the First Timers’ Networking Event venue (provided by sponsor)
  • Opportunity to place branded napkins at the First Timers’ Networking Event venue (items supplied by sponsor)
  • Logo/artwork on signage at the First Timers’ Networking Event venue

Attendee lists

  • Attendee list (including all consenting delegates) provided to the sponsor 4 weeks in advance of the conference (name, last name, organisation, country). Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details.

Emails, social media, and campaigns

  • Engagement with the sponsor/exhibitor through social media
  • Logo in promotional videos, e.g., pre-conference promotional video, wrap-up video, etc.
  • Promotion of the [sponsored event] via AIEC newsletters, delegate emails, social media, info webinars and promo video(s)

Website, app, and virtual platforms

  • Profile on the app – This includes the opportunity to upload your company bio, logo, useful links, digital resources, and contact details
  • Sponsor listing on the conference app
  • Logo and hyperlink on 'Our sponsors' page on the AIEC website
  • Logo and hyperlink on the sponsored 'Social event' page on the AIEC website
  • Logo on the sponsored ‘Social event’ page on the conference app
  • Event listed on the sponsor's profile on the conference app

Registration tickets

  • Four (4) tickets to the First Timers Networking Event 
  • Opportunity to purchase conference registrations at the exhibitor rate
  • Opportunity to purchase a group registration package (minimum of 5)

How to apply

Please submit your application via our Cvent online application form. There is no payment required at this stage.

Apply to sponsor at AIEC 2024

Once your application is submitted, you will receive an automatic email acknowledging receipt of your application. Please contact us if you do not receive this email within 24 hours.

Your application will be reviewed by the AIEC Organising Committee, and you will be notified via email if your application has been accepted or declined.

Responses may take up to 10 working days, due to the popularity of some of the packages.

Terms and Conditions

Please ensure you have read and understood the AIEC sponsorship and exhibition terms and conditions before you submit your application.

Terms and Conditions