Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Meetings Africa After Party on February 26, as the PCO Alliance Network – in partnership with Meetings magazine and 4Mal Media Management – proudly presents its inaugural ‘You Rock’ Awards at the iconic Hard Rock Cafe! This event will celebrate the very best in our industry across six prestigious categories, honouring the visionary leaders and innovators who are shaping the future of meetings and events.
Awards ceremonies play a crucial role in the MICE industry by recognising excellence, fostering innovation, and building community. These events not only celebrate the achievements of individuals and organisations but also serve as a significant motivational force within the industry.
The finalists in six different categories across the industry are:
- Sales Person of the Year
These amazing individuals always go the extra mile, arrange excellent site inspections and impart their product knowledge generously. They are:
- Robyn Ward, Capital Hotels and Resorts
- Siya Msuthu, Sun International
- Adelbert Retief, Touchdown DMC
- Finalist Décor Company of the Year
These companies offer excellent service and cutting-edge décor solutions. They are also sensitive to budget restrictions.
- Decorange, Randburg
- Unlimited Events, Centurion
- SA Event Décor, Fourways
- Finalist Tourism Stakeholder of the Year
These three Tourism Stakeholders instituted and managed the most interesting and exciting tour groups in 2024. From educational, cultural and culinary experiences to hands-on delegate engagements, the fortunate PCO Alliance members who attended these tours had an enormous amount of take-home value.
- Stellenbosch Tourism
- Gauteng Tourism
- Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
- Finalist Furniture Hire Company of the Year
These companies offer the latest, most unconventional furniture and props as well as the best contemporary furniture – at the right price with excellent back-up service.
- Urban Tonic
- Inspire Furniture Rentals
- Furniture Lab
- Finalist AV Company of the Year
With AV being a “make or break” component of every event – AV companies have to be innovative, reliable and budget-efficient. Our two finalists are:
- Venue Tech
- Up A Tone
- Finalist Site | Tour of the Year
These companies and organizations offered the most enjoyable and interesting site inspections or tours in 2024
- Nelson Manadela Bay Tour, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
- Harties Boat Company, Hartebeespoort Dam, North West Province
- Royal Morubisi, Waterberg District, Limpopo
The PCO Alliance look forward to announcing the overall winners on February 26, in the company of their industry peers and partners.
