In the latest of CMW’s series of destination discussions, Iain Stirling Zooms down under to speak with Julia Swanson, CEO of the Melbourne Convention Bureau. Julia describes how Melbourne’s events industry has coped with the Covid-19 situation over the past twelve months, and shares some ideas on the strategy for recovery in 2021 and beyond. We hear about the cancellation of AIME, MCB’s successes over the past year, new venues recently opened or opening over the coming months, and what the rest of 2021 has in store.
Video: a conversation with Melbourne Convention Bureau
Melbourne shares its recovery story. Julia Swanson discusses the city's events comeback. The Melbourne Convention Bureau CEO reveals strategies for bouncing back from Covid-19, including venue openings and industry successes. Learn how Australia's events capital is rebuilding for 2021 and beyond.
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16 March 2021, 12:05pm
16 March 2021, 12:05pm
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