Event ConneQion is a trade show based in Brisbane, showcasing the opportunities available in Queensland to people planning an event of any kind. It is an invaluable resource to any Queensland event organiser, particularly those focussing on South East Queensland.

The business events industry is worth $7 billion to the Australian economy and statistics suggest that 23% of that is in the state of Queensland.

2.4 million trade visitors went to exhibitions nationally with 16% coming from Queensland, according to recent figures. According to the same survey, 'venue' was the main influence on the event destination and 4 out of 5 event managers will use word-of-mouth promotion to make recommendations to colleagues.

Here's some facts about ECQ:

• 55% of visitors to Event ConneQion have an annual event budget of up to $500,000
• Of Attendees, final decision makers were 30% while those in a position to recommend were 40%.
  
• Attendance by non-profit/charity event organisers increased by 8.5% vs 2008.
• Preregistered visitors attendance increased by 5%

Exhibitions deliver a qualified buying audience to you, and provide the opportunity to stimulate all the senses.