Programme Theme
“Riding the winds of change – new strategies for PCO’s” is the theme for the IAPCO General Assembly in Dublin. This challenging theme will explore a journey of change and the strategic direction on which the PCO needs to embark to protect and secure its future.
The Dublin General Assembly will not just be a meeting, it will be a platform to; push all boundaries, open your minds, challenge your potential, think BIG in finding solutions to the challenges we are all facing in our everyday working lives. It will be an output driven meeting with many “take home” ideas as to how we can do things differently.
The ENGAGEMENT of IAPCO members will be a key element to the success of the Dublin General Assembly. We would encourage you to contact us on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages. You can download the programme by clicking on the link below.
Social Media Strategy Guide for a PCO
The strategy guide will be made available shortly. Please check back here for details, and it will also be sent to you directly via email.
Useful Information
As we're getting so close, we thought we'd put together a quick guide on what you should remember before you even leave your home. But don't worry, if you forget anything, Dublin will provide!
Programme at a Glance
THURSDAY - 14 February 2013 | ||
18:45 - 19:30 | First Time Attendees | |
19:30 - 22:00 | Welcome Reception | |
FRIDAY - 15 February 2013 | ||
09:00 - 09:15 | Welcome Address | |
09.15 - 11:15 | General Assembly | |
11:15 - 11:45 | Refreshments & Networking Break. Sponsored by Tifco Hotels | |
11:45 - 12:00 | Official Opening of the 44th IAPCO Annual Meeting | |
Moderator: Maurice Pratt | ||
Opening remarks by Gonzalo Perez Constanzó, IAPCO President | ||
12:00 - 12:30 | PLENARY SESSION 1: | |
“The Hand in Hand Strategy” of Ireland’s Industry Partnership | ||
Chair: Shaun Quinn, CEO Fáilte Ireland | ||
Panel of Speakers: | ||
12:30 - 13:00 | Audience participation - Moderator: Maurice Pratt | |
13:00 - 13:50 | “A Taste of Ireland” buffet lunch. A field to fork experience. | |
13.50 - 14:15 | “Irish Warm Up” Bodhrán Session | |
14:15 - 15:00 | PLENARY SESSION 2: | |
“How to Put High Value on the Professional Service of the PCO''
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15:00 - 15:45 | Solution Clinic - Moderator: Maurice Pratt | |
15:45 - 16:15 | Refreshments & Networking Break Sponsored by AvivaMeetings & Events | |
16:15 - 17:30 | PARALLEL SESSION 1: | |
1A | “Putting High Value on our Professional Service” Continued... | |
Speaker: 4 Industry Case Studies: | ||
1B | Social Media and the PCO: How to Build Community and Make Money | |
Speaker: Sarah Collins, Conference Partners, Hugh Torpey, MCI Dublin | ||
17:30- 18:40 | Free Time | |
18:40 | Meet in Lobby of Hotel | |
18:45 | Coaches depart for Royal Hospital Kimainham | |
19:15 | Arrive at Royal Hospital Kilmainham | |
19:30 | Evening Drinks Reception | |
20:00 | Gala Dinner | |
SATURDAY - 16 February 2013 | ||
09:00 - 10:15 | Quality Training Seminar | |
Speaker: Ian Diamond | ||
10:15 - 10:45 | PLENARY SESSION 3: | |
Meeting Corporate Expectations | ||
Speaker: Fergal Murray, Guinness Global Masterbrewer and Brand | ||
10:45 - 11:00 | Solution Clinic - Moderator: Maurice Pratt | |
11:00 - 11:05 | Introducing Hong Kong as a Convention Destination | |
11:05 - 11:30 | Refreshment & Networking Break | |
11:30 - 13:00 | PARALLEL SESSION 2: | |
2A | "From Surviving to Thriving - a Global Viewpoint" | |
A global viewpoint from:
Moderator: Maurice Pratt | ||
2B | The Association Point of View - What can the PCO Learn? | |
Speaker: Richard Holmes, International Director of Meetings, Epilepsy | ||
2C | Working Group - KPI/ROI | |
13:00 - 14:00 | Buffet Lunch. Sponsored by Meetings and Exhibitions Hong Kong | |
14:00 - 17.00 | Afternoon activities | |
18:30 | Meeting in Lobby of Hotel | |
18:35 | Coaches depart for The Convention Centre Dublin |
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19:00 | Evening Drinks Reception |
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20:00 - 00:00 | Casual Irish Night |
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SUNDAY - 17 February 2013 | ||
09:00 - 09:45 | PLENARY SESSION 4: | |
“An Engaged Organisation: Building Employee Accountability and | ||
Speaker: Avinash Chandarana, Group Learning and Development Director at | ||
09:45 - 10:15 | Solution Clinic - Moderator: Maurice Pratt | |
10:15 - 11:00 | PLENARY SESSION 5: | |
"If You Can't Answer These Questions - You're Out of Business'' | ||
Speaker: Conor Kenny, Sales & Marketing Consultant to the Service, | ||
11:00 - 11:15 | Solution Clinic - Moderator: Maurice Pratt | |
11:15 - 11:45 | Refreshments and Networking Break, Westbury Hotel Cocktail Bar | |
11:45 - 12:15 | FEEDBACK FROM PARALLELS / WORKING GRUBS: | |
What will we do differently on Monday Morning? | ||
Social Media Strategy: Sarah Collins, Project Manager and Hugh Torpey, | ||
12:15 - 12:30 | What is the Legacy of Dublin | |
12:30-13:00 | IAPCO Matters including “Hand over to Melbourne” | |
13:00 - 13:15 | Closing Speeches and Thank-You’s | |
13:15 - 14:00 | "A Taste of Melbourne" - Farewell Buffet Lunch. Sponsored by Melbourne | |
