What is DMS Connect?
DMS Connect is a highly regarded annual roadshow, established in the year 2000, that attracts professional conference organisers, corporate event managers, incentive agents and high-end leisure agents across Australia & New Zealand. This audience meets with exhibitors, who are made up of our international destination management companies (DMCs) and industry partners such as hotels, national tourist boards and airlines. The boutique event is considered a key market educational for our industry on what’s new and trending in the global events arena.
Exhibitors at DMS Connect have indicated that they have received measurable success from these events. DMS Connect will be back in 2026. Dates to be announced soon.
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Download File: https://destinationmarketing.com.au/wp/wp-content/uploads/Website-testimonials.mp4?_=1The key benefits of participating
- Be part of the market’s well established and independent MICE and high-end FIT roadshow
- Be exposed to high calibre and qualified buyers from key conference and incentive companies from Australia and New Zealand
- Connect with elite high-end FIT and special interest agents
- Strengthen your brand exposure
- Generate leads and secure conversion with business to business sessions
- Be part of our comprehensive PR and marketing campaign pre and post the events to gain brand exposure
Connect with Marissa Fernandez +61 4 16 289 727 for further information.
TESTIMONIALS
This was our first time attending DMS Connect as a new addition to the DMS Family. To be in the company of so many other amazing DMC's was an honour and the level of professionalism between DMS, the DMC's and the PCO's was amazing. A great opportunity for us newby's to showcase Vanuatu to the MICE market but more importantly the chance to get in front of 'The Right' people. And a classy group all round and so nice to be with like minded people. Thanks again.
Bill and Romina Mulham, DMC Vanuatu
Thank you DMS team for your amazing work. Your professionalism and network truly help our industry grow and come together!
Jane Han, Pacific World South Korea
It is great to have an ambassador like DMS for Australian and New Zealand clients, being so professional like Marissa Fernandez and her whole team. DMS makes the DMCs in the portfolio feel a family, making cultural differences not barrier to connect with Australians buyers but on the contrary a plus as each of us are unique. DMS Connect gathers professionals that are in constant evolution, learning process and updating of destinations new trends, global trends and most important understanding of what are the needs of these markets. Buyers find in DMS Connect, quality DMCs, referents in the their own market, creative and fresh ideas.
Araceli Di Meglio, Passion for Events
DMS Connect continues to evolve into a true global gathering of respected DMCs from around the world and leading Professional C&I Practitioners coming together to mutually blend and infuse amazing unique experiences - Priceless !!
James Sowane, TEWAKA
DMS does it well, they connect people with extraordinary destinations. The DMS Connect Roadshow provided our team with the platform to engage in direct, meaningful conversations with expert operators from across the globe. This valuable opportunity not only enhances our understanding of diverse destinations but also enables us to continue to craft and deliver unforgettable experiences for our clients. Thank you, DMS, for continually elevating our industry and empowering us to create magic for our clients.
Tanya Wick, Totem Connections
I really appreciated the opportunity to join, and for Four Seasons to have such beneficial exposure at your events. I know you and the team work hard to ensure a good attendance and the quantity and quality of your guests speaks volumes. Always a pleasure working with you and thanks again for the opportunity.
Cathy Favaloro, Four Seasons
It was our pleasure to sponsor the Sydney lunch! A huge thank you to you and your amazing team for organizing such a seamless and well-attended roadshow. Every detail was executed flawlessly, the turnout was fantastic, and the engagement from attendees was a true reflection of your hard work and dedication. Definitely my favourite event of the year!
Claire Whiteman, MICE & Strategic Sales Manager, Globus Family
DMS Connect met our expectations in every way. The quality of the buyers was outstanding, bringing together top-tier professionals genuinely interested in our destination. The networking opportunities during the meetings and the cocktail were invaluable, allowing us to forge meaningful connections and partnerships. Additionally, the event was impeccably organised, ensuring everything ran smoothly and efficiently. Kudos to the DMS team for putting together another remarkable event.
Alison Roberts-Brown, Regional Director AU & NZ, Visit Monaco
As clearly said to the crowd over the cocktail event in Sydney; "DMS Connect is becoming the event of the year for the Australian MICE trade". You can equally call it, the Who is Who of Australian MICE
Karim elMinabawy, President, Emeco Travel
I have been involved in many trade show all over the world and find that DMS Connect provides the right, more intimate atmosphere where business can be conducted on a personal basis. It is about quality rather than quantity.
Eugenio Totaro, Owner/Managing Director, DestinAlp
Thank-you so much for the invite to the DMS Connect day I really found it quite beneficial not only for me personally but also for our business. When you are put in contact with someone who is directly linked to a particular area options just seem to be endless and you learn so much more about a destination. We are always trying to find something different to offer our clients as we are fast becoming a well travelled country and people want unique and different experiences now. They want "bragging rights' in this day in age so to find unique things to share with people it is really important to us as it sets us apart from the rest. I can't wait to offer our clients the new services of the suppliers I have met. I feel like I have been open up to a whole new world! Not only will our FIT clients benefit from this but so will our groups as we are starting to get quite a few of those now. We will look forward to the next one!
Lynette Maria, Maria Fellowes & Turner Travel Associates
Thank you DMS for making my biannual trip to Oceania very valuable and for bringing together the most interested clients with us DMCs from all over the world.
Birgit Kraus, Managing Director, INVENT
It is such a blessing for us to be represented by DMS in Australia and NZ. The DMS Connect is really the most valuable event for all parts: Clients and Suppliers. Great moment of networking and social gathering.
Xavier Bordedebat, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing, Lafayette Group
This was our first time attending DMS Connect as a new addition to the DMS Family. To be in the company of so many other amazing DMC's was an honour and the level of professionalism between DMS, the DMC's and the PCO's was amazing. A great opportunity for us newby's to showcase Vanuatu to the MICE market but more importantly the chance to get in front of 'The Right' people. And a classy group all round and so nice to be with like minded people. Thanks again.
Bill and Romina Mulham, DMC Vanuatu
Thank you DMS team for your amazing work. Your professionalism and network truly help our industry grow and come together!
Jane Han, Pacific World South Korea
It is great to have an ambassador like DMS for Australian and New Zealand clients, being so professional like Marissa Fernandez and her whole team. DMS makes the DMCs in the portfolio feel a family, making cultural differences not barrier to connect with Australians buyers but on the contrary a plus as each of us are unique. DMS Connect gathers professionals that are in constant evolution, learning process and updating of destinations new trends, global trends and most important understanding of what are the needs of these markets. Buyers find in DMS Connect, quality DMCs, referents in the their own market, creative and fresh ideas.
Araceli Di Meglio, Passion for Events
DMS Connect continues to evolve into a true global gathering of respected DMCs from around the world and leading Professional C&I Practitioners coming together to mutually blend and infuse amazing unique experiences - Priceless !!
James Sowane, TEWAKA
DMS does it well, they connect people with extraordinary destinations. The DMS Connect Roadshow provided our team with the platform to engage in direct, meaningful conversations with expert operators from across the globe. This valuable opportunity not only enhances our understanding of diverse destinations but also enables us to continue to craft and deliver unforgettable experiences for our clients. Thank you, DMS, for continually elevating our industry and empowering us to create magic for our clients.
Tanya Wick, Totem Connections
I really appreciated the opportunity to join, and for Four Seasons to have such beneficial exposure at your events. I know you and the team work hard to ensure a good attendance and the quantity and quality of your guests speaks volumes. Always a pleasure working with you and thanks again for the opportunity.
Cathy Favaloro, Four Seasons
It was our pleasure to sponsor the Sydney lunch! A huge thank you to you and your amazing team for organizing such a seamless and well-attended roadshow. Every detail was executed flawlessly, the turnout was fantastic, and the engagement from attendees was a true reflection of your hard work and dedication. Definitely my favourite event of the year!
Claire Whiteman, MICE & Strategic Sales Manager, Globus Family
DMS Connect met our expectations in every way. The quality of the buyers was outstanding, bringing together top-tier professionals genuinely interested in our destination. The networking opportunities during the meetings and the cocktail were invaluable, allowing us to forge meaningful connections and partnerships. Additionally, the event was impeccably organised, ensuring everything ran smoothly and efficiently. Kudos to the DMS team for putting together another remarkable event.
Alison Roberts-Brown, Regional Director AU & NZ, Visit Monaco
As clearly said to the crowd over the cocktail event in Sydney; "DMS Connect is becoming the event of the year for the Australian MICE trade". You can equally call it, the Who is Who of Australian MICE
Karim elMinabawy, President, Emeco Travel
I have been involved in many trade show all over the world and find that DMS Connect provides the right, more intimate atmosphere where business can be conducted on a personal basis. It is about quality rather than quantity.
Eugenio Totaro, Owner/Managing Director, DestinAlp
Thank-you so much for the invite to the DMS Connect day I really found it quite beneficial not only for me personally but also for our business. When you are put in contact with someone who is directly linked to a particular area options just seem to be endless and you learn so much more about a destination. We are always trying to find something different to offer our clients as we are fast becoming a well travelled country and people want unique and different experiences now. They want "bragging rights' in this day in age so to find unique things to share with people it is really important to us as it sets us apart from the rest. I can't wait to offer our clients the new services of the suppliers I have met. I feel like I have been open up to a whole new world! Not only will our FIT clients benefit from this but so will our groups as we are starting to get quite a few of those now. We will look forward to the next one!
Lynette Maria, Maria Fellowes & Turner Travel Associates
Thank you DMS for making my biannual trip to Oceania very valuable and for bringing together the most interested clients with us DMCs from all over the world.
Birgit Kraus, Managing Director, INVENT
It is such a blessing for us to be represented by DMS in Australia and NZ. The DMS Connect is really the most valuable event for all parts: Clients and Suppliers. Great moment of networking and social gathering.
Xavier Bordedebat, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing, Lafayette Group
This was our first time attending DMS Connect as a new addition to the DMS Family. To be in the company of so many other amazing DMC's was an honour and the level of professionalism between DMS, the DMC's and the PCO's was amazing. A great opportunity for us newby's to showcase Vanuatu to the MICE market but more importantly the chance to get in front of 'The Right' people. And a classy group all round and so nice to be with like minded people. Thanks again.
Bill and Romina Mulham, DMC Vanuatu
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