Supporters & Sponsors
Here are some quotes from existing Founder–Sponsors: “We are proud to be part of this new initiative” – “Count us in!” – “Thank you for the information on your excellent new initiative” – “Congratulations on such a great initiative which has success written all over it” – "G-Net is a Great Idea!" - "I look forward to successful expansion of the global conversation" -"We are really keen to see how we can work together next year" - "Delighted to be involved in this exciting venture" - "So pleased to be associated with the G-Net project" -“At last a real opportunity to get our message to international associations” - " We are really excited to be one of the founding-sponsors" - "I am delighted that we are now part of the G-Net family and look forward to working with you in the future"
G-Net would like to express its gratitude to the following organisations who helped support the 'free to members' services on this site:-
Advanced Solutions International (ASI) is the leading global provider of web-based software for non-profits and has 
served the industry since 1991. iMIS, ASI’s premier product, has served nearly 3000 customers worldwide representing millions of users.
iMIS 15, the latest evolution of iMIS, is the only complete, upgradeable, web-based, not-for-profit business software system. By leveraging Microsoft's .NET development platform, iMIS 15 uniquely provides the flexibility and openness to achieve a custom solution from off-the-shelf, packaged software.
iMIS provides the core functionality associations need in one database with a single location for name, address, and historical member information. This unique combination of membership management, website management, e-commerce, and e-marketing eliminates costly integration management and provides real-time reporting.
www.advsol.com
Australia is inviting the world's association to discover what you don't know about 
meeting in Australia. Beyond our spectacular natural beauty and friendly people, over the past decade we’ve also built a strong reputation for delivering events with modern facilities, transport and accommodation and world-renown entertainment and dining experiences. Consistently ranked as one of the world's top 20 destinations for international association meetings, Australia is now also increasingly recognised as a centre of excellence, leading the world in biotechnology, agribusiness, computer and information systems, financial services, resources and mining and the development of clean energy. Australia is a place of “beauty and brains” and at a time when associations are increasingly looking to deliver events which provide their members with compelling content, we recognise that this is increasingly important. Australia offers:
- A place of amazing natural beauty and people with a ‘can-do’ attitude. Anything is possible and nothing is too much trouble.
- A multicultural and multi-lingual community. Australia’s national language is English, but as a multicultural nation Australians come from more than 230 countries and speak over 200 languages.
- A well-established associations culture with support to access world-leaders across a range of fields including science, medicine, finance and mining.
- Eight major international gateways, 40 international airlines and hundreds of daily international flights make it easy to transfer delegates to and from your event.
- A great climate - Whatever time of year you come to Australia, you are likely to find an area of the country where the climate is just right to suit your event.
- World-class convention and exhibition centres located in the heart of major cities or alongside some of Australia’s iconic beach, desert and rainforest locations.
- The security and comfort that comes from being the world’s most stable economy and among people who are experts in what they do.
- Australia ranks highly in many international comparisons of national performance such as human development, quality of life, health care, life expectancy, public education, economic freedom and the protection of civil liberties and political rights.
- The support of Tourism Australia and 16 convention bureaux and centres to attract extra delegates.
If you are looking to stage an international congress in a place that offers stability, profitability, maximum delegate attendance and a professional program, come and discover what you don't know about meeting in Australia. www.businessevents.australia.com/associations
International Confex, 01 - 03, March 2011 Earls Court, London
International Confex brings together event organisers with a colourful array of around 1,000 venues, destinations and event support services from across the UK and the rest of the world to help you create imaginative and inspiring events.
Europe’s leading event for event organisers not only offers ideas and solutions for any event, it also provides an extensive education programme with over 60 free seminars and celebrity keynote speakers including Martin Bell and Mark Frith, numerous networking opportunities and exciting feature areas including the Taste the World Bar, CV Clinic, Theme Factory and Canapé Cup.
Find out more and register at www.international-confex.com/
The CANADIAN SOCIETY OF ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVES (CSAE)
was established in 1951 as a knowledge-based, professional organization to promote excellence in not-for-profit management. Today, CSAE remains committed to reinforcing the many valuable contributions Canada’s not-for-profit organizations provide to the country by supporting and strengthening the professionalism of the individuals who lead them. CSAE is the professional organization of the 1,650 men and women who manage many of this country’s most progressive trade, professional, occupational, philanthropic and single or common interest organizations. An additional 600 Business Members – individuals representing organizations that offer services and products to the sector – are also an integral component of CSAE’s membership.Education programs, research and information sources – together with ongoing professional development conferences, regional seminars, online resources and publications -- are the primary tools CSAE provides to help keep its members abreast of the management challenges emerging in today’s increasingly complex not-for-profit sector.
CSAE also administers the Certified Association Executive (CAE®) program, Canada’s only online distance learning program that specifically meets the needs of individuals who manage or work in this country’s associations, charities and other not-for-profit organizations. The Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation is awarded to those individuals who demonstrate knowledge essential to the practice of not-for-profit management upon successful completion of the rigorous five-course program. www.csae.com
CDS Global provides membership management services designed to add real value to your membership proposition. By providing a service tailored uniquely to your organisation, our membership management services can help you acquire and retain members, enhance the perception of your membership services and reduce IT operational costs. 
As a strategic partner CDS Global can transform your organisation and support your future growth. By removing operational and administrative duties we have the ability to reduce costs and increase time, effort and budget for prime marketing objectives. With a combination of cutting-edge technology and best practise expertise we are able to offer a single customer view, boasting multi-channel customer-centric communications, ensuring your members are at the heart of everything we do.
CDS Global have helped to transform organisations of all sizes into fast-paced marketing-driven businesses, improving margins and bottom line results.
We also offer complimentary services for the membership and associations sector, including –
Data capture, enhancement and business intelligence
Postal services and mail consolidation
Lettershop and direct mail services
Intelligent marketing services
Outbound telemarketing
Web design, ecommerce, SEO and maintenance
Marketing database development and hosting
Inbound customer services
Order management and processing
Payment processing
Warehousing, logistics and distribution services
Records management solutions
Further information: www.cdsglobal.co.uk
In 2008, Certain Software® welcomed Amlink Technologies® into its family of meetings and events 
technology
solutions. Certain Software has two solutions to meet the needs of congress
organisers and meeting professionals within associations, corporations,
continuing education and government institutions.
Certain Registration® is a Software as a Service (SaaS) or hosted-application which is readily deployed without IT support to get your events up and running within weeks.
Certain Events® is an enterprise solution comprising Amlink’s eventsPro™ suite of products which has been used to manage numerous international congresses and major events including Olympic hospitality events, Rugby World Cup, APEC and United Nations World Summits. www.certain.com
Conference Interpreters UK is made up of a pool of top-level professional interpreters, all members of AIIC, the International Association of Conference Interpreters.
If you are organising an international meeting or event, you will want to ensure that there is no language barrier, and that the interpretation provided is of the highest standard. As members of AIIC, our interpreters are fully vetted and have to meet rigorous professional standards. Contact our office for a free quote and advice.
Tel: 08452302450 Website: www.conferenceinterpreters.co.uk
Meet Birmingham
As a conference and events destination, Birmingham leads the way
The city is one of Europe's busiest meeting points and home to a vast number of conference and meetings venues. These range from purpose-built, internationally renowned facilities, to academic venues and smaller, unique settings, making it an ideal location for events of all sizes.
Birmingham sits at the heart of a comprehensive transport network with a wide range of accommodation and a leisure offering that's second to none, making it one of the best placed cities to do business.
Birmingham Convention Bureau (BCB)
Birmingham Convention Bureau ensures that every aspect of event planning is taken care of: from finding the right venue, booking the hotel, making dining reservations, to even bidding for the event.
The BCB team offers free venue finding and accommodation booking services as well as an Event Support Package which provides further benefits to event organisers such as marketing and PR support.
Venues
From global events and exhibitions shared by thousands, to smaller more intimate meetings, conferences and launches, Birmingham's range of venues offers a world of choice. Birmingham has some of the world's leading conference and event venues including The International Convention Centre (ICC) and National Indoor Arena (NIA), The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) and the LG Arena.
Whatever your needs, however specific your requirements, Birmingham has a proven track record in meeting - and well and truly exceeding - expectations. Key organisations in the city and wider region, work together to attract and host major events and conferences. This collaborative approach ensures a targeted sales strategy that focuses on events that are economically relevant to Birmingham and have a positive impact on the city.
Accommodation
With more than 27,000 hotel beds in and around Birmingham, whatever your accommodation requirements, Birmingham will meet them. From top-class luxury hotels and apartments to country house hospitality, fabulous boutique hotels to budget accommodation, there's a great night's sleep waiting for you.
Entertainment and Leisure
Birmingham has plenty of variety when it comes to what to do outside of the meeting room. It's a city with 1,000 shops, a world-class arts scene, buzzing nightlife and a strong sporting heritage.
The city was labelled 'England's' second culinary capital' by The Times and boasts more Michelin stars than any other UK regional city. The Taste of Birmingham food festival is a celebration of this, taking place in 16-18 July this year.
For more details on Birmingham's conference and event offering including free venue location, head to www.meetbirmingham.com
IMEX 2011 Frankfurt IMEX America Las Vegas 
IMEX, the essential worldwide exhibition for meetings and incentive travel: With global business experiencing unprecedented change, IMEX is the show that exceeds your expectations every time. Three vital days where you’ll meet more top people in the global industry than anywhere else. Where new contacts, new ideas and new strategies will provide the tools and business you need to thrive in today’s business climate. IMEX attracts record numbers of worldwide meetings industry exhibitors and buyers, including over 3,700 international hosted buyers (who travel and stay free as guests of the organisers) together with more than 4,300 decision makers from the valuable German market. The 3,500 exhibitors include national and regional tourist offices, major hotel groups, airlines, DMCs, service providers and trade associations.
Find out more at www.imex-frankfurt.com and:www.imexamerica.com
I&MI Media Creates The Meeting Industry’s First On-Line “Print” Directory 
Utilizing the formatted page style of its multi award-winning print directory, The Workbook,I&MI Media has created a truly unique on-line research tool for association and corporate meeting planners and buyers, The Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Workbook. Now you can search the world, assemble the detailed destination and venue data you need for a specific program, and download it to your desktop any time. Use it as many times as you want – and add as many pages as you need. Whether it’s 2 pages or 50 pages, your DIY Workbook assembles in moments. After you’ve assembled your workbook, don’t worry about its shelf life as updating is a breeze. Suppliers can instantly make revisions, ensuring you’ll always have access to the most current information at hand.Plus, all website URL’s and e-mail addresses in your downloaded PDF are live, so contactinga supplier is as simple as clicking the link on their page.
Another Great Research Time-Saving Tool . . . E-Booklets;
Located in a special section of the I&MI Media website, country/city e-booklets are pre-assembled PDF collections of specific locales, featuring information about its hotels, congress centers, destinations and DMC’s, can also contain destination-specific editorials from The Magazine. For instance, you might be researching Croatia or Hong Kong for a future program. Just log in and you can:
View the e-booklet as a full-screen digital flipbook with lots of useful features such as clipping, keyword search, bookmarking and/or;
Download or email the entire e-booklet or selected pages
In addition to these destination-specific collections, we’ve also created an e-booklet especially for Worldwide Convention, Conference & Exhibition Centers.
IRIS NFP Solutions -
With over 1,000 Not-For-Profit organisations as customers, IRIS NFP Solutions is the leading UK provider of software and services to the sector. Our aim is to help our NFP customers improve the effectiveness of their entire operations, including improving their membership management or fundraising performance through closer links with members or donors, and delivering world class operational efficiencies in the financial management of their organisations. With market-leading IRIS Integra and IRIS Member Strategy, we deliver systems for all sizes of membership organisation. http://www.iris.co.uk/nfp
"The leading global network of web TV, news and online marketplace for the meetings industry”
MEETINGS:review (MR) is an online media publication containing news, information, features, destination and conference reports and research findings with many stories and elements produced on video. MR, established in early 2008, is international in scope and reach, with the global site housing directories of hotels, venues and various specialist providers from around the world, uploaded for free.
A weekly news e-alert is circulated to 175,000+ meeting professionals in collaboration with a number of substantial partners.
The global site of MR is currently undergoing expansion and development and will soon encompass a number of new features:
* Global Venue Finding Service * Speakers Corner
* Technology Review * Association Review
* Research Library * Paid Jobs Bank
* Sustainable Meetings/Corporate Social Responsibility
* Corporate Planner * Special Event Arena
* Incentive World * Education Resources Centre
* Digital Marketplace * Global Industry Calendar of B2B events
* Research Programme * Awards Gallery
In addition, a dual series of filmed discussions and debates will be announced during August 2010. These two programmes, one specifically geared towards the Association meetings sector and one generic to the industry as a whole, will address the major issues, themes and trends of the day. The series which will be hard hitting and directly challenging will feature senior meetings industry global figures alongside leading figures from the wider world of business.As a strategic development, MR is establishing a global network of domestic or national editions. These will be produced by publishers and other organisations from the country concerned, and it is anticipated that some 20 new editions will be launched in 2010 with further editions added thereafter.
The above publishing network will be complimented by an extension to the partnerships with global associations, agencies and networking organisations resulting in a further substantial expansion of the MR circulation base. http://meetingsreview.com
netXtra is a website company that specialises in providing trade associations and other not-for-profit organisations with a comprehensive design, development, hosting and Internet strategy service. netXtra have provided over 200 membership organisations with integrated online solutions; enabling them to raise awareness, increase membership and support, whilst also improving communication, engagement and interaction between existing members.
Every website comes with clear navigation, and an easy-to-use content management system (CMS) - allowing you to manage and control every page and its content. Websites can even be integrated with any existing back-office membership system, allowing your members to view personalised information when visiting your site, as well as automatically receive personalised news alerts and e-newsletters by email, text message or fax. - http://www.netxtra.net
The Professional Associations Research Network (PARN) is the centre of knowledge and expertise on issues relating to professionalism and professional bodies. A member-led organisation with members in the UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia and Kenya, PARN provides a research enriched network for professional bodies, and a range of specialist, knowledge-based services and events. 
Our research has generated over 20 publications, in areas such as social networking, governance, ethics, continuing professional development (CPD), membership, professional standards and equality and diversity. Through our research, we aim to identify and promote interesting practice among professional bodies worldwide, and develop useful models for policy and practice in these areas. PARN supports professional bodies and other stakeholders with an interest in professionalism.
Building on over a decade of research and sector expertise, PARN offers a range of consultancy services that positively support professional bodies. These include induction and training for new Council and Board members, ethical code analysis, CPD strategic review, member research, equality and diversity research and support, governance strategic review and bespoke benchmarking research.
For further information on PARN’s research, services, publications or events visit www.parnglobal.com or email info@parnglobal.com.
Shocklogic Bringing Event Management and Technology Together
Total Software Solutions for your Event
We aim to provide associations and societies with World class software solutions such as:·
*Online registration·
*Online abstract and paper management
*Membership management
At an affordable price….
We have a combined 50 years experience of working with associations and delivering software and solutions that save you time, money and stress. We can also support you through the process with our in house team of event managers and scientific program managers which means that small teams can organise large annual events and create new revenue streams without investing in extra manpower.
Please see our live flash demo’s online at www.shocklogic.com or call Ian Webb on +44 7714 684643
Smart AV have become an official audio visual supplier to some of the World’s most prestigious exhibitions, conferences and events. We work in partnership with Associations, Exhibition Organisers, Stand Builders and Design Agencies around the globe. 
As our reputation continues to grow, so does our portfolio of clients. It is this reputation – built around service, our knowledgeable sales staff, and first-rate technicians – which is driving us to the forefront of our industry. Well over 70% of our work is repeat or referral – a figure we attribute to our core company values, top end product and dedicated support.
The secret to our ongoing success, can be directly linked to our positive, forward thinking attitude. In an industry where presentation is everything, we are constantly looking to the latest cutting-edge technology including 103” Plasma Screens and Interactive Products to meet our clients’ high demands
Because of our comprehensive fleet of equipment, and the unrivalled experience of our technicians and support staff, we are able to supply not just to exhibitors, but to the exhibition organisers themselves. With exceptionally competitive rates, and great contract packages, working in partnership with us to ensure the success of your conference, event or exhibition really is the Smart choice. We are Smart AV. We are the Audio Visual Hire Specialists
Darren Poultney, Managing Director, 0845 078 0326, Smart AV UK Ltd, www.smart-av.com
Visit Scotland -Scotland has a long-standing tradition of innovation and research, with some of the world’s best 
universities. Scotland attracts just over 2.86million business trips every year, generating growth for the economy, with the country’s key industries and academic centres of excellence playing a major role in drawing international association meetings to the country. Conferences from veterinary surgeons and neuro-psychologists to astronautics and criminologists are to be hosted in Scotland. Scotland is also committed to continuing to build on its reputation as a business destination by investing around £800 million in new and redeveloped facilities and incentives across the country.
VisitScotland’s Business Tourism Unit (BTU) is leading the drive to put Scotland top of the list for global conference and event planners. From the functional to the luxurious, Scotland has dynamic cities and dramatic coastal and rural locations that can cater for events of all sizes. The mix of the traditional and cosmopolitan is unsurpassed and this combined with Scotland’s renowned reputation for hospitality, means we offer a warm welcome. *
Scotland is a hub of new ideas and innovation, creating large city conference centres specifically designed for thousands of delegates. Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen all boast first class purpose built conference centres and offer first rate service standards to match. The Edinburgh International Conference Centre in Scotland’s historical capital city. Glasgow’s Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre which is the UK’s largest integrated exhibition and conference centre. Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre located in the North East of Scotland.
Scotland’s range of accommodation and rich mix from the traditional property to the contemporary hotel will assist any conference organiser. Choose from over 600 quality hotels that support the conference industry.
Please contact VisitScotland's Business Tourism Unit for additional information: www.conventionscotland.com
Visit London is the official convention bureau for the UK capital. As such, we assist associations, not-for-profit organisations and governmental organisations plan their congress, meeting, conference, exhibition and/or accompanying partner
programme in London. We are well connected, work closely
with event suppliers, and as the experts for the capital, know better than anyone the potential London
has to excite and engage. Our team of association experts is on hand to share its wealth of knowledge, information and contacts with you, to ultimately help deliver events in a way that is only possible in the world’s most inspiring city.
Contacts: Becky Graveney, Associations Sales Manager
T: +44 20 7234 5825 or +44 20 7234 5833
E: bgraveney@visitlondon.com http://www.visitlondon.com/associations
Manchester is a city truly in its prime, a city built on success, one of the largest economic regions outside of London, 80 of 
the FTSE’s top 100 companies operate from Manchester. Europe’s largest academic institution calls Manchester it’s home as do growth sector industries including ICT, aerospace, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. Manchester has a population of 437,000; within the Greater Manchester region this rises to 2.5 million people, who are known for their welcoming warmth towards visitors.
Visit Manchester, the Tourist Board for Greater Manchester are your winning event partner. From your event conception you can count on us. We will work very closely with you ensuring that at every stage of planning and delivery you event is a sure fire winner.
Visit Manchester’s dedicated Conference Team are your primary point of contact when planning an event in Manchester, our specialists are a mine of information and support, what’s more all of the services we provide are free
Our comprehensive range of services has been designed to dovetail with your events planning and execution, leaving you to relax and take the glory.
Find out more by contacting Anthony Cassidy, International Association Specialist on +44 (0)161 238 4509 email
Anthony.cassidy@visitmanchester.com
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Robert Kemp 10 May 2010 - 11.20AM (GMT)
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Suppliers to the international Association/NFP sector can obtain a number of advantages by becoming a G-Net supporter. These include: regular coverage in the monthly members' newsletters, 200 word profile on visitors' login page, classified business card listing, entries into Case Study file for members' reference -- and many more. Contact us on g-net.eu@btconnect.com for full details of the remaining sponsorship options available.
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