A Conference Champion Programme is a group of individuals who wish to encourage their own professional associations, sectors, and groups to meet in Hull and East Yorkshire.

The benefits for the Champion include:

• Enhancing Hull and East Yorkshire’s reputation as a place to visit, work, study and live while generating a positive economic benefit for the region
• Raising the profile of their (and their organisation’s) work amongst their peers, nationally and internationally.
• Being recognised as a leader (either individually or organisationally) in their field of expertise.
• Establishing a local platform for research projects and international collaboration.

Champions are experts in their field, and the key trait that all our champions require is a strong connection to Hull & East Yorkshire and the aspirations of the region.

• Does your organisation hold annual conferences, award ceremonies or other large-scale events and is interested in bringing the event to Hull & East Yorkshire?
• Are you an active member of an Association, Federation, Society, Business Network, or Sporting Organisation?
• Do you attend national or international events that could be held in Hull & East Yorkshire?
• Could you influence which host country or UK destination is chosen for future events?

If the answer to any of the above questions is YES, we would love to talk with you about becoming a Conference Champion.

VHEY Conferences can offer a range of services to help Conference Champions, including:

• Research – We can assess the viability of hosting an event in Hull & East Yorkshire.
• Venue Selection – Using our established partnerships, we provide impartial venue selection and negotiate preferential rates for your event.
• Venue Site Visits – We can fund and coordinate site visits for key decision-makers.
• Bid Preparation – We help create bid documents, letters of support, and bid presentations in various formats.
• Promotional Materials – We provide brochures, video footage, presentations, and information about Hull & East Yorkshire’s venues and conference facilities.
• Accommodation – We negotiate preferential rates at selected hotels and offer a bespoke webpage for delegate bookings.
• Social Programmes – We develop itineraries for tours, social events, partner packages, evening entertainment, and corporate activities.
• Event Services – We identify and source local event suppliers.
• Event Delivery – We assist with event execution through a variety of complimentary services, including the HEY Volunteers programme.

From the initial bid to the event itself, VHEY Conferences will work tirelessly to support Conference Champions in delivering successful events and creating unforgettable experiences for attendees.

Business events have a significant impact on the region—not only economically but also by raising the profile of Hull & East Yorkshire and attracting fresh talent to the area.

As a Conference Champion, you can:

• Enjoy free and practical support from VHEY Conference Bureau every step of the way.
• Secure prestigious events for Hull & East Yorkshire.
• Be recognised as a leader in your field of expertise.
• Showcase your institution to global leaders as well as emerging talent in your industry.
• Shape conference programme content.
• Generate positive economic benefits for Hull & East Yorkshire.
• Raise the profile of your work among your peers, nationally and internationally.
• Establish a platform for research projects and international collaboration.
• Enhance the national and international profile of Hull & East Yorkshire as a world-class tourism destination.
• Benefit from spin-off business opportunities.