why exhibit?

AIME is the established market leader in the Asia Pacific region and a cost effective Australian-based meeting and incentive exhibition. AIME’s independent research highlights the value of the event for hosted buyers and exhibitors.

Micromex Research found that 94% of hosted buyers surveyed said they were likely to place business as a result of attending AIME 2007. Exhibitors also rated highly their experience at AIME 2007. 91% of exhibitors surveyed intend to exhibit at AIME 2008 and 87% of exhibitors ‘agreed’ or ‘strongly agreed’ that it was beneficial to exhibit at AIME 2007.

ways to exhibit

main stand holder - As a main stand holder you have the flexibility to showcase your company on an individually designed and built stand or choose a convenient shell scheme stand with furniture package provided by us.

exhibiting partner - A cost effective choice for a smaller company or organisation wishing to participate as part of a destination. An exhibiting partner benefits from sharing a stand with a main stand holder to provide a strong presence and collaboration of services in one place.

new products showcase - Introducing a new section of the exhibition reserved exclusively for new exhibitors. These small stands, positioned around and close to Café 3 are perfect for introducing a new product to AIME. Here, visitors will find fresh, new products, inspiration, innovation and great ideas. This section is perfect for suppliers of corporate hospitality, corporate gifts, caterers, flowers, entertainment, themeing, decorating, eco-tourism and venues. Be quick to participate in the New Products Showcase. Only 24 stands for non PSA, first-time exhibitors.

exhibitor benefits - Our dedicated team are on hand to continuously support and offer planning advice in order to meet your business objectives. We provide you with the promotional tools to deliver maximum exposure before, during and after the event.

hosted buyers and trade visitors - The opportunity to conduct business with more than 2,600 industry buyers and trade visitors.

online diary of pre scheduled appointments - Shows details of individually requested and matched appointments with hosted buyers at the show.

personalised page on the aime website - Detailing your company description, contact details and company press releases.

entry into the aime directory - Used as a year round reference tool and distributed to every hosted buyer and trade visitor.

pr opportunities - Promote your presence at AIME by providing us with news that is relevant to your participation. Be part of our press releases, show features and the AIME Daily. Display your news in the AIME Media Office and reach more than 70 journalists.

marketing materials and advice - Receive our informative Marketing Manual, year round sales and marketing advice and our free email visitor invitation to distribute to your key clients and contacts.

aime previews - Learn more about exhibiting effectively, hear all the latest AIME news, and network with exhibitors, sponsors and prospective buyers and visitors at our new AIME Previews. During 2007 we will hold AIME Previews in Melbourne, Sydney and other locations.

networking events - Network at the Welcome Reception on Monday evening. Attend the Globe Restaurant & Bar Networking Hour on both days of the exhibition. Take your most important contacts to dinner on the event-free Tuesday evening and then bring them along to the AIME Club Night, commencing at 10pm.

step by step guides - Learn everything you need to know about exhibiting at AIME through our easy-to-use, personalised Exhibitor Zone on the AIME website, open 24 hours a day. An Exhibitor Manual is also available online.