Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has broadened the remit of its Executive Team in the lead up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

BCEC Director of Sales, Alison Gardiner, will step into the expanded role of Director of Sales, Strategy and Partnerships as part of BCEC’s Growth Strategy, aimed at escalating the progress of Brisbane’s Business Events sector.

Ms Gardiner said the message of 2032 is already resonating across the local innovation, research, business, and government communities.

“BCEC has been leveraging the messaging of Brisbane as an Olympic host city in future conference bids, presentations, and conversations,” she said.

“Nationally, there is a sense of momentum about Brisbane, and the international market is coming to understand Brisbane’s strong convention offering.

“As the government-owned venue charged with securing key international and national Business Events for Brisbane, BCEC is committed to working with city partners to secure an enhanced legacy of strategic outcomes for Brisbane.”

Director of Events & Customer Services, Shaun Mitchell, has been at the Centre for 28 years and will become 2IC to General Manager Kym Guesdon, taking on additional responsibility for managing and optimising usage of the Centre’s space, business mix, and levels of business.

BCEC General Manager, Kym Guesdon, said the expanded roles ensure the Centre will be well placed to leverage and maximise the opportunities of Brisbane’s status as an Olympic host city, in attracting events from around the world and creating a lasting legacy.

“Strong collaboration is critical, with the State Government, our universities and business, all united in a common goal,” Ms Guesdon said.

“The combined focus of 2032 and beyond, will be a key accelerator in our future achievements.

“Utilising the depth of experience, skills, and collective knowledge we have in our leadership team makes absolute sense.”