Why BET? - Business Events Tasmania

Business Events Tasmania

Business Events Tasmania (BET) helps business event organisers, convening committees and PCO’s to deliver exceptional events that create impact and truly connect delegates with Lutruwita/Tasmania.

We provide bidding support, content recommendations for delegate boosting, subvention and site inspection funding for eligible business events. Our Visionary program also connects our subject matter experts in key trade industries with your event.

We pride ourselves in our collaborative and creative approach. With us, you will receive the most extensive, up-to-date information that ensures the success of your next conference – and we’re free! without price restrictions or commission levies.

For over 30 years, we have taken a lead role in promoting Tasmania as a business event destination to national and international associations, corporate organisations and event planners. Conference connections underpin knowledge creation and in exchange, attract global talent, encourage trade and investment, nurture collaboration, foster innovation and provide social benefits. And so, backed by strong local relationships, we also work in collaboration with the Tasmanian State Government to attract and support strategically valuable business to the Tasmanian economy.

Richmond, Experience Tasmania Tours

Peppers Seaport Launceston

Salamanca, Hobart

“Our team will provide local knowledge and insight into the best venues, service providers and experiences along with fully costed proposals.”

How we can help your next event…

Formal bid support We can help you shortlist your venue choices and deliver clear proposals to event stakeholders with accurate venue information and great visual content.		Event funding The Tasmanian State Government recognises the broader impact of business events, announcing event funding of up to $3.8M in 2024.

Site inspections If shortlisted, we can partner with you to support you and another key decision-maker to experience the venues and activities you’re considering for your event.		Pre & Post delegate program BET can connect your delegates with local businesses to enhance their pre and post event experience. Create impact by staying longer and seeing more.

Creative Spaces Tassie delivers exceptional events by leveraging unique spaces to create something memorable. Our team make it their business to know the new and noteworthy locations that will get your delegates seeing more than a typical event space, thinking more clearly, and getting the most from your event.		Visionary Program BET’s Visionary Program brings together some of Tassie’s most innovative people, from various sciences and medical specialties, to education, agriculture, culture and community and more. We can help connect your event with real-life experience and open up a world of possibilities for your delegates. Ask us how.

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Our Team

Marnie Craig

Chief Executive Officer

Marnie oversees operations and works closely with stakeholders and industry organisations; focusing on the ongoing strategic development of the business events sector in Tasmania and raising the profile of the organisation locally, nationally and internationally.

Leah Muir

Head of Data and Insights

Leah joined BET in 2015 with 10 years’ experience representing venues statewide and working with corporate and association business events. Leah is responsible for leading the collection, analysis, and communication of data-driven insights to inform strategy, demonstrate the value of business events, and support stakeholder decision-making.

Krystal James

Head of Strategic Business

Krystal joined the BET team in 2010. Krystal is responsible for driving partnerships, business development, and long-term strategic initiatives to secure and grow business events that deliver economic and social value to the state.

Emily Hopwood

Head of Marketing and Communications

As Head of Marketing and Communications, Emily brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership across both marketing and tourism operations. She is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation’s brand, marketing, and communications strategy to promote Lutruwita/Tasmania as a premier business events destination and engage key stakeholders.

Laura Curtain

Head of Client Relations

As Head of Client Relations, Laura is responsible for building and managing strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring exceptional service delivery, and driving client engagement to secure and retain business events for the state.

Emma Mapley

Business Development Manager - Incentive Specialist

As the Business Development Manager, Emma is responsible for securing and growing incentive travel opportunities by building relationships with clients and partners, promoting Lutruwita/Tasmania’s offerings, and driving business events that deliver strong economic impact.

Brayden Medhurst

Digital Content Manager

Based in Launceston, Brayden is a University of Tasmania graduate, having completed his Bachelor of Business. In the role of Digital Content Manager, Brayden is responsible for the creation of all content to be used across BET’s digital and social channels. Brayden brings a voice to the BET brand position and maintains consistency across all touchpoints.

Connor Hay

Communication Coordinator

Before joining us at BET Connor graduated from Queensland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Creative Industries.

Now here with us, Connor oversees the external communications and is responsible for the production and distribution of media releases, management of the communications calendar, and the coordination of internal activity to deliver targets and meet our communications KPI’s

Emma Ford

Head of Business Services and Governance

In Emma’s role as Head of Business Services and Governance, she is responsible for overseeing corporate services, governance, compliance, and operational support to ensure the organisation runs efficiently, transparently, and in line with regulatory and strategic requirements.

Emma brings extensive experience in supporting executive leaders within government agencies, having previous held roles at the Department of Police, Fire, and Emergency Management and Department of Premier and Cabinet.

Matthias Collins

Research Officer

As the Research Office, Matthias is responsible for collecting, analysing, and reporting on data and industry trends to support evidence-based decision-making, performance evaluation, and strategic initiatives.