New South Wales. Acting Premier and Minister for Trade and Investment Andrew Stoner will be the inaugural Patron of Business Events Sydney’s Ambassador Program, a business development program that helps to secure international events for Sydney and the state. Business Events Sydney’s (BESydney) Ambassador Program brings together a diverse group of 60 industry leaders, whose expertise spans medicine, science, technology, commerce and culture. These Ambassadors work closely with BESydney to assist, advise and support the bidding process that is integral to the State’s success in securing business events.
Each of the 60 professionals involved in the program offers their industry knowledge, advocacy and strategic advice to ensure BESydney has the most competitive chance of securing an ever-growing number of high-profile business events. “BESydney Ambassadors represent the wealth of intellectual capital we have here in NSW, and I’m proud to be associated with this group that champions innovation, intellect, and global connections for the benefit of the State,” Mr Stoner said. “Since the program’s official launch in 2009, this commitment has secured 12 events for NSW. These events are estimated to deliver around $25 million to our visitor economy, as well as many other far reaching and long lasting benefits to our communities and industries.
“Business events facilitate knowledge exchange, global networks, trade and investment opportunities, and increased innovation and productivity.”
