Sponsors 2012

	Auckland Convention Bureau Sponsor of buyer familiarisation experiences and exhibition lanyards Inside knowledge. It is not just invaluable IT’S FREE. No body knows Auckland better than we do. Auckland Convention Bureau will help you get the most out of your event by doing more for you. To find out how, visit our website www.aucklandnz.com/conventions or come and see us at Convene. Arranging your next conference, incentive meeting or event in Auckland couldn’t be easier. www.aucklandnz.com/conventions

	Auckland Conventions Venues and Events Sponsor of venue and event technical services Auckland Conventions offers New Zealand’s largest selection of venues for conventions, exhibitions and corporate events. Our unique venues are some of Auckland’s most iconic buildings including: Viaduct Events Centre - Home to Convene 2012 Aotea Centre Auckland Town Hall The Civic We cater to a wide range of event formats with more than 35 versatile spaces to choose from. Plus every booking at an Auckland Conventions venue, is assigned a dedicated Event Planner who will bring together all the services necessary for a successful event. Our Technical Services are particularly held in high regard, providing audio visual solutions to a wide range of events and clients both onsite and off-site. No matter the event we have the space and the expertise to make it exceptional. www.aucklandconventions.co.nz

	Austin's Food Design Events Sponsor of buyer breakfast catering Austin's love to create fabulous food whether it be an elegant canapé party, a superb wedding dinner, or formal banquet, we enjoy matching our food and presentation with the events theme. We purchase the very best ingredients from around New Zealand, and blend them with skill and imagination to create stylish, mouth watering menus that tempt the senses and pleasure the palate. The team at Austin's expertise and hands on approach to food, party design and event management continually drives the company to new heights of innovation, within Auckland's most desirable event locations. We have developed a reputation for providing delicious food, innovative design, professional charming staff and peace of mind for event organisers, regardless of the events size or complexity. www.austins.co.nz

	Corporate Explore Sponsor of Convene Welcome Cocktail function transport Corporate Explore is a division of New Zealand’s ultimate marine experience provider, Explore NZ. We operate both in Auckland and the Bay of Islands offering some of the most dynamic and compelling experiences available on the water. With an impressive fleet consisting of both sail and motor vessels as well as destination Otehei Bay. We can tailor exclusive experiences from one person to groups of 1000 plus. Voted the ‘Most Exciting Tourism Company in New Zealand’ in by the NZ National Business Review there is plenty to offer! www.corporateexplore.com

	Event Impressions Sponsor of registration and entrance theming Event Impressions are one of New Zealand's most imaginative and accomplished creators of corporate, gala and special events. With ten years experience, knowledge and service to events of all sizes, all over New Zealand, our team can transform any venue or locale into a work of artistry, easily and with a smile. Create, Illuminate, Celebrate www.eventimpressions.co.nz

	Event Management Solutions Ltd Sponsor of registration system Event Management Solutions provide technology solutions to streamline event management including: Online registration forms Onsite check in / name tag printing 1D/2D/QR code mobile barcode scanners Event websites with CMS Rendezvous room scheduling software LearningSource training software As well as these solutions, we also support companies using Certain's eventsPro and eventsInteractive software with advanced development, support and training. Let us make your event and venue management software experiences more pleasant and efficient by providing you with expert consultation, support and development services. Check out 'eventBadge' (our onsite registration system) and our trakkers barcode scanners in use at Convene 2012. www.eventsolutions.co.nz

	First Scene Ltd Sponsor of props and costumes for the entertainment, seminar and catering areas Over the past 10 years First Scene has built up an impressive range of hire items that now reach in the hundreds of thousands, earning us the title of New Zealand's largest prop and costume hire company. Come in to our Kingsland premises and be wowed by our selection. Let our team provide you with a stream of ideas and concepts that will make your production, event or party one to remember. The party starts here! www.firstscene.co.nz

	Greg Ward - Master of Ceremonies Sponsor of PA announcements and Convene MC Greg Ward’s multiple services include seamless conference facilitation; tailored business presentations and high-class corporate entertainment. With a specific focus on total client satisfaction, he provides exceptional service and value for conferences, gala-dinners, awards evenings, showcases, road-shows and more. www.gregward.co.nz

	Hillcrest Corporate Gifts & Promotions Sponsor of Convene delegate bags For over 25 years Hillcrest Promotions has been importing and supplying quality branded apparel, corporate gifts and creative promotional products for all kinds of businesses throughout New Zealand. We have an experienced team based both in Auckland and Wellington and specialise in providing creative ideas and branded merchandise for conferences and events across the country. Please come and talk to one of our experienced team while at Convene, give us a call on 0800 645 010 or visit our website www.hillcrest.co.nz

	Pavlovich Coachlines Limited Sponsor of familiarisation experiences transport For all your bus and coach hire requirements - from airport and venue transfers through to extended touring and all large scale passenger movements - Pavlovich Coachlines has the vehicles and drivers available for you to hire. Pavlovich Coachlines has a fleet of over 75 buses and coaches for you to choose from ranging in size and grade from 21 seat coaches to five-star 53 seat deluxe touring coaches. Call us on 09 620 5490 or go to our website www.pavlovich.co.nz

	Peek Exhibition Sponsor of exhibition equipment Peek Exhibition are the foremost exhibition and display company in New Zealand. Still family owned and operated, Peek Exhibition was established in 1927 and provide a comprehensive range of exhibition services, including signage, hire furniture and equipment, shell schemes and a multi award winning custom design and build service. The Peek team's combined experience is unrivalled in the industry and has created countless unique and visually engaging exhibitions, custom designs and imagery for our customers. www.peek.co.nz

	SKYCITY Catering & Events Sponsor of exhibition catering SKYCITY Catering & Events is one of Auckland’s leading caterers providing high quality products and services for any event. Providing in-house services at SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre, the Catering & Events team is accustomed to precision delivery on a large scale and mirrors the same standard of delivery for any event at any location across Auckland. SKYCITY Catering & Events are the sole caterers for the Voyager Maritime Museum and are preferred suppliers to the Viaduct Events Centre, Auckland War Memorial Museum, ASB Showgrounds, St Matthews-in-the-City, and Orams Marine. www.skycityauckland.co.nz/Functions/Catering/Off-site-catering

	The Orange Group Sponsor of the Welcome Cocktail function Award-winning event design and production, project management, catering, logistics, hire furniture, entertainment and venues. The Orange Group delivers outstanding events, products and services for PCOs, event managers and companies nationwide. You promise it, we deliver it. www.theorangegroup.co.nz