LAUSANNE, Switzerland – SportAccord Convention is pleased to welcome back Silver Partner EventScotland for the seventh year running to this year’s event taking place at the SwissTech Convention Center in Lausanne, Switzerland from 17-22 April 2016.
Commenting on the importance of being part of the SportAccord Convention, Paul Bush OBE, VisitScotland’s Director of Events said:
“SportAccord Convention is an incredibly valuable event for Scotland, as we continue to bid for and stage some of the world’s most prestigious events properties. It allows us to showcase Scotland’s capacity for hosting sporting occasions of tremendous significance and our capability in pushing the bar even higher in their delivery.” He went on to say, “We look forward to discussing our future vision with colleagues at the Convention in April.”
In conjunction with partners, EventScotland, a team within VisitScotland’s Events Directorate, will coordinate an engaging exhibition which represents Scotland’s events industry at its best. The EventScotland team will be on hand to welcome visitors to their Stand (No. 133) and help raise Scotland’s international profile across sport and industry.
Referring to the longstanding partnership, Nis Hatt, Managing Director, SportAccord Convention said:
“Over the years, Scotland has continued to win and host world class events. Its success is self-evident with the growing list of past and future sporting events, placing Scotland firmly on the international map as a desirable ‘go-to’ destination for sport.”
Nis Hatt went on to say, “EventScotland’s success is a great example of the opportunities and value the SportAccord Convention brings to host cities, by helping to put them in front of key decision-makers for sport.”
As part of its 4-day Conference Programme, SportAccord Convention will continue to host its ever-popular City Forum. Packed with practical advice, key insights and case studies, this event is not to be missed by cities looking to host sports events.
Held in a different city every year, the annual SportAccord Convention is a unique opportunity for key decision-makers from sport and industry to meet, network, and strategically shape global, regional and national agendas. An exclusive 6-day event with 2000 delegates expected to attend, the Convention is host to annual general meetings of governing bodies, and once again, will welcome a delegation from the International Olympic Committee.
To find out more about the Conference Programme and Official Schedule, or to register for SportAccord Convention, visit: www.sportaccordconvention.com
For media enquiries, please email Jenny Edmondson, Media Relations Officer:
jenny.edmondson@sportaccordconvention.com
For delegate, exhibition or partner enquiries, please contact our Sales Team at: sales@sportaccordconvention.com
EDITORS NOTES
SportAccord Convention
SportAccord Convention is the world’s premier and most exclusive annual event at the service of sport. It is focused on driving positive change internationally and dedicated to engaging and connecting; rights holders, organising committees, cities, press and media, businesses and other organisations involved in the development of sport.
The SportAccord Convention is a not-for-profit organisation which annually brings together representatives from more than 100 International Sports Federations affiliated with the following umbrella organisations that host their Annual General Assemblies at the SportAccord Convention.
SportAccord, ASOIF (Association of Summer Olympic International Federations), AIOWF (Association of International Olympic Winter Sports Federations), ARISF (Association of IOC Recognised International Sports Federations), AIMS (Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport) and Associate Members.
In addition, the SportAccord Convention receives the full support of the International Olympic Committee.
For more information about the SportAccord Convention: www.sportaccordconvention.com
EventScotland
EventScotland is working to make Scotland the perfect stage for events. By developing an exciting portfolio of sporting and cultural events, EventScotland is helping to raise Scotland’s international profile and boost the economy by attracting more visitors. For further information about EventScotland, its funding programmes and latest event news visit www.EventScotland.org. Follow EventScotland on Twitter @EventScotNews.
For media enquiries and information, please contact Scott Peddie, Events PR & Media Manager, Event Scotland at scott.peddie@eventscotland.org or +44 (0)131 472 2286, +44 (0)7966 002 009 (m).