HOSTED BUYER AND TRADE VISTOR REGISTRATION LIVE
International industry professionals wanting to take part in this year’s ibtm world can now apply online (www.ibtmworld.com). At the same time, trade visitors can also register to take advantage of early flight and accommodation deals.
Hosted Buyers accepted onto the programme represent the top tier of the world’s planners from International Corporates, Agencies and Associations with last year’s event attracting buyers from 72 countries.
Greame Barnett, Senior Exhibition Director, ibtm world commented, “Every Hosted Buyer will be treated to a VIP experience in Barcelona – from their arrival at the airport, to destination tours and networking events, right through to their time on the show floor. There will be inspirational education sessions and a chance for professional development. This year our Knowledge Programme is being developed based on feedback and topics that the Hosted Buyers have told us they want to hear about.”
“At the heart of everything we do, will be the chance to make valuable connections. The new matchmaking process enhances the experience of making appointments before the show and allows greater flexibility for buyers to manage their time. It also means every appointment made is one that is really needed because it has been chosen by both buyer and supplier,” added Barnett.
Meetings professionals who apply to attend this event as Hosted Buyers will be chosen based on their authority to organise, influence or make budgetary decisions for meetings, events, incentives and corporate travel. Successful applicants will benefit from:
- The option to do business, network and socialise with over 3,000 international suppliers to the industry.
- A personalised selection of appointments using the ibtm matchmaking tool, to ensure every meeting is a hot business lead
- An inspiring selection of education through the ibtm knowledge programme
- Hands on experiences of the latest technology innovations on the show floor
- Flexible attendance options
- Dozens of networking events
- Complimentary travel, transfers and 4/5*accommodation
Trade visitors will benefit this year from the direct train link to the venue from Barcelona airport, over 4,500 parking spaces, a world of exhibitors, networking events and the Knowledge Programme. Special accommodation and travel concessions are also available closer to the show on www.ibtmworld.com.
To find out more about the Hosted Buyer and trade visitor programme visit www.ibtmworld.com
