Our Recent Experience

4th Laryngology Society of Australasia Conference

Date: 19 – 20 November 2021

Location: Virtual

Overview: The 4th Laryngology Society of Australasia Conference - Communication and Collaboration – Food for Thought was hosted virtually from 19 – 20 November 2021. The two-day program consisted of insightful keynotes, free papers and state round up sessions.

The purpose of the conference was to increase awareness of and develop research in the fields of laryngology, bronchoesophagology and speech and language therapy. During the conference delegates had the opportunity to hear about developments in these fields in Australia and New Zealand as well as more diverse ideas from other parts of the world from renowned keynote speakers.

No of virtual attendees: 174
Presenters: 25
State round ups: Tasmania, South Australia, Queensland, Victoria, Western Australia and New South Wales

The Independent Hospital Pricing Authority - Activity Based Funding Conference 2022

Date: 5 - 6 May 2022

Location: Virtual

Overview: The Independent Hospital Pricing Authority held its ninth Activity Based Funding Conference from Thursday 5 to Friday 6 May 2022. Delivered virtually for 2022, the two-day program consisted of keynote presentations, plenary sessions, panel discussions and concurrent presentations.

The conference theme: 'Innovation and collaboration: Activity based funding for sustainability in health care' was explored with 60+ speakers as they shared their technical expertise, insights and personal experiences. Delegates had the opportunity to watch pre-recorded abstracts prior to the event dates which allowed them to participate in additional Q&A sessions with these speakers over the two-day program.

Presenters: 60+
No of virtual attendees: 2300+

The Independent Hospital Pricing Authority - Activity Based Funding Conference 2021

Date: 5 - 7 May 2021

Location: Virtual

Overview: The Independent Hospital Pricing Authority held its eighth Activity Based Funding Conference from Wednesday 5 to Friday 7 May 2021. Delivered digitally for 2021, the three-day program consisted of keynote presentations, plenary sessions, panel discussions, concurrent presentations and networking sessions. The conference theme: 'Activity based funding into the future: Responsive. Relevant. Reliable' was explored with 54 speakers as they shared their technical expertise, insights and personal experiences. Over the course of the three-day program, delegates had the opportunity to access a range of educational resources and session storytelling through the resource gallery, participate in networking sessions and connect online with leading professionals, utilising the Meeting Hub and one-on-one virtual meetings.

Presenters: 54
No of virtual attendees: 2200+

Client Testimonial...

The 2021 conference obviously posed many challenges in an environment in which we all find ourselves at the moment. However, our decision to engage Consec certainly proved to be the right one! The attendance at the virtual conference this year exceeded our wildest expectations. Working with the Consec team proved to be a dream – working through the requirements for the conference, the design and operation of the website for registrations and the operation of the portal on the days were all excellent, and our team are highly appreciative of all the efforts you and your team put in.

James Downie, CEO, Independent Hospital Pricing Authority

AHISA 2021 Biennial Conference

Date: 28 September 2021

Location: Delivered virtually

Overview: The Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia 2021 Biennial Conference - Change Reimagined was held on 28th September. The virtual one-day conference program included live keynote presentations from acclaimed keynote speakers as well as the opportunity to hear from fellow colleagues in a series of table talks, panel discussions and networking sessions. Throughout the online conference, delegates were inspired, challenged and connected through the one-day program and the opportunity it presented for personal and professional networking across Australia.

Virtual attendees: 254
Speakers: 9
Table talks: 15
Sponsors: 23

AHISA Leading, Learning and Caring Conference 2022

Date: 10 - 13 April 2022

Location: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

Overview: The AHISA 2022 Leading, Learning and Caring Conference is a tailored conference program for the curriculum and pastoral care leaders of the AHISA members' schools and is highly valued as an opportunity to gather together for professional and personal exchange.

With the theme of 'Learning to Grow, Growing to Learn,' 5 keynote speakers presented live across the multi-day forum and brought rich experience and wisdom across the conference themes of Leading, Learning and Caring.

With multiple School Tours, Workshops, Ignite Sessions, Keynote presentations and Hosted Dinners the program was filled with opportunities to connect face-to-face with peers and presenters.

Total attendees: 300+
Keynote speakers: 5

Anglicare Australia 2021 Conference

Date: 20 – 21 September 2021

Location: Delivered virtually

Overview: Due to the ever-changing restrictions and lockdowns imposed by COVID-19, a decision this year was made to deliver the conference in a completely virtual format. As with all Anglicare Australia conferences, delegates were treated to sessions from experts from across the Anglicare Australia Network; some outstanding keynote addresses; and opportunities to discuss conference content with other delegates. With the theme of 'Recovery and Reconnection,' 29 speakers presented virtually across the two-day conference with a focus on capturing the challenges and opportunities that are being faced at a time of unprecedented upheaval. By coming together online, they brought content to more delegates than ever before and more Anglicare Australia members were able to reconnect.

Virtual attendees: 305
Speakers: 29

Australian Aviation Wildlife Hazard Group Webinar Series

Date: 5, 12, 19 October 2021

Location: Delivered virtually

Overview: The Australian Aviation Wildlife Hazard Group Webinar Series 2021 – Research and Innovation was held across three Tuesdays in October. The series brought together three targeted sessions focusing on the overall theme of 'Research and Innovation' in wildlife hazard management. The webinars featured presentations from Australian and international speakers on key industry issues such as the impact of DNA-ID on managing wildlife hazards; collaboration between operational personnel and scientific researchers; active vs passive management; and the impact of COVID-19 on wildlife management.

Virtual attendees: 87
Speakers: 23
Webinars: 3

Australian Government Legal Services Conference

Date: 14 October 2021

Location: Delivered virtually

Overview: The Australian Government Legal Service Conference 2021 – DNA of a Government Lawyer was held on Thursday, 14 October. This virtual one-day conference explored the features and qualities essential to the practice of every government lawyer, and aimed to provide attendees with exposure to cutting edge legal expertise and insight into important fields such as emotional intelligence and resilience. Whilst the Conference was primarily aimed at government lawyers, all Commonwealth employees with an interest in legal matters were welcome to attend the conference.

Virtual attendees: 942
Speakers: 16
Keynote sessions: 4
Panel discussions: 2
Networking sessions: 1

Client Testimonial...

The inaugural AGLS Conference 2021 was the long awaited flagship event for Australian government lawyers. Given the evolving situation around the COVID-19 pandemic, planning and delivering this event was not without its challenges, however the professional and experienced team at Consec ensured that pivoting from a face-to-face event to an entirely online event, happened as smoothly as possible. Consec's intuitive and user-friendly online platform enabled the event to reach government lawyers all around the country and resulted in the highest number of registrations ever received for an event of this nature – 920 government lawyers! Consec provided responsive and timely support to the committee. Consec also provided effective support to the event presenters and panellists, including facilitating practice runs of the online platform ahead of the event to avoid, as much as possible for an entirely online event, issues arising on the day. The committee has received what it considers to be outstanding feedback from conference attendees, and is very grateful for the services Consec provided. Consec's 'pulse' and 'end of the day surveys', and event report, have ensured the committee and AGLS Board has ample feedback from conference attendees to inform its approach to future conferences.

AGLS Conference Committee

Military Communications and Information Systems Conference (MilCIS) 2021

Date: 22 – 24 February 2022

Location: National Convention Centre Canberra (Hybrid)

Overview: The annual Military Communications and Information Systems Conference (MilCIS) 2021 was held on 22- 24 February 2022 after being postponed in late 2021. The hybrid three-day conference program included keynote presentations, technical presentations, tutorials and product briefs.

Throughout the conference, delegates, sponsors, exhibitors, presenters and visitors had opportunities to connect with one another for professional networking across Australia as well as internationally.

Total attendees: 3000+
Sessions: 81
Exhibitors: 72
Sponsors: 46

Plant Health Australia - National Fruit Fly Symposium 2021

Date: 4-6 May 2021

Location: Virtual

Overview: The 3-day Virtual National Fruit Fly Symposium was designed to progress discussion on critical fruit fly issues and seek to identify priorities for building future national success. Open to Australian 39 presenters shared their invaluable views during both panel and presentation session which covered important areas such as trade and production. Delegates engaged in the sessions via live polling and Q&A as well as connecting with other attendees via the meeting hub.

Presenters: 39
No of virtual attendees: 400+

Client Testimonial...

Pulling together an online national event in a short space of time is a very daunting proposition for anyone with limited experience in this area. The Consec team stepped in to our tight timeframes and provided a professional, friendly and responsive service which enabled us to deliver a high-quality and entertaining event while keeping our sanity intact! We have received many compliments on the quality of the online platform as well as the efficiency and competence of the supporting team who managed the presenters and technical components of our event. I would not hesitate to recommend Consec for online event management.

Christina Cook, Manager, National Fruit Fly Council

Project and Program Management Symposium 2021

Date: 10 - 12 August 2021

Location: Virtual

Overview: PGCS held its eighth Project and Program Management Symposium at the Rex Canberra from Tuesday 10 to Thursday 12 August 2021. The three-day program consisted of keynote presentations, plenary and concurrent sessions, masterclasses, and networking opportunities. With a focus on ways to build the foundations needed to create project and program success, 30 speakers shared their expertise in areas such as Defence and Major Projects, Project Governance and Controls, and Research and Innovation.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the symposium was successfully run as a hybrid event, with attendees having the option to attend the symposium in Canberra or participate virtually. Speakers, both national and international, were also given the option to present live virtually. Networking opportunities were made available to both in-person and virtual attendees, with the latter having access to an online meeting hub and virtual exhibition.

A highlight of the symposium is its access to thought leaders from the USA and Europe. Each year, selected speakers from overseas are brought to the symposium to share knowledge and provide an international perspective on project and portfolio management.

Thanks to this year's hybrid component of the symposium, these international speakers were able to deliver presentations and masterclasses virtually, to both in-person and virtual attendees. The hybrid masterclasses were successfully interactive with the use of live polling, Q&A, and breakout rooms through our virtual attendee portal.

In-person attendees: 72
Virtual attendees: 320
Speakers: 30