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Conference Bristol targets Welsh Markets

19 May 2006

Conference Bristol targets Welsh Markets

Conference Bristol, Destination Bristol's conference sales operation, exhibited at this year's B2B Wales, representing Bristol's diverse range of corporate venues to Welsh conference and meeting organisers. The event was held last week at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff on Tuesday 13th and Wednesday 14th June.

The decision to attend the event was influenced by the implementation of a more proactive marketing strategy. Helen Davies, Conference Manager at Destination Bristol said "Many Cardiff based companies have additional offices in South West England. Bristol is within 40 minutes of Cardiff and provides a perfect meeting place for regional corporate activity. B2B Wales seemed like an obvious target for Conference Bristol and we are very keen to bring in business from across the border"

Conference Bristol was the only non-Welsh exhibitor in attendance at B2B Wales this year and in addition was the only Free Venue finding service present too. The event provided an excellent opportunity for Conference Bristol to promote its members facilities to another audience. Helen Davies reported, "We are very proud of the diverse range of venues Bristol has to offer, from corporate hospitality on the ss Great Britain to a meeting in Brunel's Boardroom, there is something to appeal to everyone - holding a conference in Bristol certainly makes sense!"

Conference Bristol welcomed onto their stand buyers from a wide range of companies including the Welsh Assembly, training establishments, communication consultancies, IT led businesses and Bristol based legal firms.

Notes to Editor

Photo Caption:
'Helen Davies, Conference Manager of Destination Bristol introduces Bristol to a potential buyer at this year's B2B Wales'

For more information please contact:

Kerrie Grist
Marketing Executive
Destination Bristol
Tel: 0117 946 2205
Email: kerrie.grist@destinationbristol.co.uk
Web: www.visitbristol.co.uk

1. Destination Bristol, formerly the Bristol Tourism and Conference Bureau is a not for profit partnership between Bristol City Council and Business West. Destination Bristol is the destination management partnership for Bristol and South Gloucestershire and leads the marketing of the area as a travel destination. The aim of the organisation is to work with members and partners, to increase business competitiveness, support employment and economic growth, and raise the profile of the Bristol city-region as a European-class travel destination.