Lord Robert Winston launches Sheffield conference ambassador programme
Yorkshire South Tourism, the organisation responsible for raising the profile
of Sheffield as a conference destination, has joined forces with Sheffield Hallam
University to launch a new drive to attract more national and international events
to the city.The aim is to create a network of passionate and motivated 'conference ambassadors'
to promote Sheffield as a venue for events, conferences and meetings.
There are good reasons to promote Sheffield as the place for events. Using the
ambassadors' expertise and contacts, combined with the experience of staff at
YST and Conference 21, both city and university are well equipped to host any
event, whether next month, next year, or even further ahead.
“Working in partnership with organisations such as Conference 21, we can offer
a comprehensive one-stop event management service that includes budget management,
advice on venues, design of visual identity, on-line submission and refereeing
of conference papers, on-line registration and hotel bookings, social and partner
programmes, and exhibition arrangements”.
Richard Jones, Chief Executive Yorkshire South Tourism
It's worth noting that by hosting their professional society or association meeting
in their city, ambassadors can raise the profile of both their specialist subject
area and their standing within it. Hosting an event also boosts the image of the
ambassador's organisation or institution, as well as enhancing the image of the
university, Sheffield and the surrounding area.
The University's Chancellor Professor the Lord Winston is supporting the ambassador
programme. He says:
'As Chancellor one of my roles is to advance the interests of the university
and the city where I can. Sheffield is a fantastic place which is changing fast,
not least in its ability to cater for world class major events. If you are a member
of an association or a professional society, why not bid to bring your next event
to Sheffield Hallam University? Sheffield's ambassador programme will support
you all the way to organise a successful event. Be passionate about what you do,
about the university and about Sheffield and help us encourage these events to
our city.'
For more information on the ambassador scheme please e-mail ambassador@yorkshiresouth.com or telephone Gemma Bradshaw, Ambassador Manager, on 0114 201 1015. Alternatively,
visit http://www.yorkshiresouth.com/conference/
