INVITATION: SCORING FOR THE BUSINESS OF EXPORTING

The Australian Institute of Export and the Department of Innovation Industry and Regional Development has great pleasure in inviting you to join us for an evening of celebration and opportunity on Thursday 23rd September.

On the eve of Grand Finals week in Melbourne, we shine the spotlight on the business of exporting sport, and we invite you to take a behind-the-scenes peak at Etihad Stadium.

Australia has long enjoyed success in the arena of selling sport in all its facets, a position that was cemented by the 2000 Sydney Olympics and the 2006 Commonwealth Games. And with a range of major sporting events on the horizon, the opportunities abound for Victorian companies to grab a share of the action.

Join us as we explore some of the opportunities available at overseas sporting and major events, including the 2016 Rio Olympics, and share the success stories of Victorian companies that have kicked winning export goals. This inspirational evening will kick off with a tour of Etihad Stadium and end with drinks and nibbles overlooking the stadium.

SPEAKERS

Simona Price, Secretariat, Australian International Sporting Events (AISES) The Australian International Sporting Events Secretariat (AISES) assists sporting event organisers around the world by providing access to Australian event experts and companies. AISES is a joint initiative of the Australian State Governments of Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. AISES is a partnership which builds on the successes of the 2000 Sydney Olympic and Paralympic Games, the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games, the 2001 and promotes the combined business expertise from these events to future Games Organising Committees.

Michael Fairbairn, International Program Manager, Industry Capability Network (ICN) Industry Capability Network (ICN) is an organisation that introduces Australian and New Zealand companies to the supply chains of major projects. They work with procurement and project managers to help them identify competitive local suppliers. At the same time, they open up new opportunities to Australian and New Zealand suppliers within major projects both here and overseas. ICN is instrumental in coordinating the delivery of Australian products and services to Brazil for the 2016 Rio Olympics, and a range of sporting events in the lead up.

David Payne, Principal, David Payne & Associates With 38 years experience at major international events and venues worldwide, David Payne & Associates (DPA) is a world leader in the design, development and delivery of operational solutions for catering and cleaning services. DPA is currently engaged in the provision of catering, cleaning and waste consultancy services for (amongst others):  London 2012 Olympic Games  International Olympic Committee  Halifax Bid City for 2014 Commonwealth Games

Dr Martin Schlegel, Director, Advanced Polymer Technology Australasia Advanced Polymer Technology Australasia/ Technology International (APTA/STI) is Australasia’s largest synthetic sporting surface manufacturer. A global leader in developing innovative, high performance materials and coatings, APTA/ STI designs, constructs and installs surfaces for running tracks, hockey pitches, soccer, football and rugby fields, tennis courts, bowling greens, gymnasiums and more.

APTA/STI has manufactured and installed sporting surfaces for a broad range of high-profile events and venues. These include:  Beijing 2008 Olympic Games China – Hockey Pitches  Doha 2006 Asian Games Qatar – Hockey Pitches  Hong Kong Football Club China – Soccer, Rugby and Hockey Pitches, Jogging Track  Bangkok Chulalongkorn University Thailand – Soccer Pitch

Details

Date: Thursday 23rd September

Time: Registration from 4pm, Stadium Tour at 4.15pm Presentation will commence at 5.15pm followed by networking drinks

Venue: Laureate Room, Gate 6, Ethiad Stadium, Docklands

Registration: THIS IS A FREE EVENT. Please complete e‐mail Lisa McAuley via e‐mail: [email protected] or phone: 1300361 526

TICKET PRICE INCLUDES STADIUM TOUR AND COCKTAIL RECEPTION

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