ICC Wales continues to shine as a leading force in the business events industry, with its team and venue receiving multiple prestigious award nominations.
The Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) revealed the shortlist for its coveted ABPCO Excellence Awards, with ICC Wales’ Danielle Bounds, Sales Director and Chloe Turner, Assistant Association Sales Manager shortlisted in the Guiding Star and Rising Star categories, respectively.
Danielle, who was recently named Personality of the Year at the M&IT Awards, has been nominated as a finalist for this latest award thanks to her passion, drive and enthusiasm for inspiring others as well as her commitment to championing Martyn’s Law to improve public safety at event venues.
Chloe has this year been promoted to Assistant Association Sales Manager at ICC Wales and has really impressed colleagues and clients with her enthusiasm, creativity and commitment to excellence.
The winners of the ABPCO Excellence Awards will be announced on 12 – 13 December at the Winter Gardens Blackpool.
This news comes shortly after the venue’s shortlisting in five categories in the Meetings Industry Association’s (MIA) miaList, which recognises outstanding individuals and teams who go above and beyond to make an impact on the meetings and events sector.
In addition to being a finalist in the Venue of the Year (over 300 delegates) category, the venue’s sales and marketing and events and operations teams were nominated in their respective categories. Chloe Turner was also shortlisted for mia’s Rising Star Award whilst ICC Wales’ Head of Sales, Amy Phillips, was shortlisted for the coveted Individual Award.
The miaList 2024 awards ceremony will take place on 07 November 2024, at the Hilton Liverpool City Centre.
Speaking on her nominations Chloe Turner, Assistant Association Sales Manager said: “Being recognised as a finalist for the Rising Star award at both the ABPCO Excellence Awards and the miaList is an incredible honour. I’m thrilled not only for myself but for the entire ICC Wales team, whose collective effort has led to multiple nominations.
“This recognition underscores the exceptional work of our sales, marketing, and events teams, and highlights the vibrant and dynamic environment we’re fortunate to be a part of. It’s exciting to see our venue and colleagues celebrated, and I’m grateful for the opportunities at ICC Wales that inspire me to grow and contribute to our shared success.”
The full shortlists can be found on the mia website here and the ABPCO website here.