The Business of Events 2025 Organiser Scholarship Programme Application (Local)

First Name*

Last Name*

Job Title*

Organisation (if applicable)

Email Address*

Phone Number*

Linkedin Profile*

City*

Country*

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Please select your organisation type*

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Please select which of the following closely matches your current position*

Do you hold a decision-making role in organising or influencing events within the APAC region?*

What is your specific role in making decisions for events? (Select all that apply)*

Responsible for sourcing venues or suppliers
Organising and overseeing event logistics
Influencing budgetary decisions
Making final budgetary decisions
Others

I manage the following types of events (Select all that apply)*

Corporate
Healthcare and medical
SMERF (social, military, educational, religious & fraternal)
Events outside of my home country
Association
Tradeshows and exhibits
Consumer

My organisation is in the following industry:*

If others, pls specify

How many confirmed or planned events do you have in the APAC region for the years 2026-2028?*

Less than 3
3 or more

Please provide details of your confirmed or planned events in the APAC region for 2026-2028.*

Include event type, approximate size (number of attendees), destination, and any specific needs or challenges for these events in no more than 200 words. Please note that we may require more information for our evaluation if we are unable to ascertain the events indicated below.

What is the average budget for your planned events?*

Under S$100,000
S$100,000 – S$500,000
Over S$500,000

What purchasing authority do you hold in relation to these events?*

Direct purchasing authority
Significant influence over purchasing decisions
Others (pls specify below)

If others, pls specify

Would you be open to a follow-up review of your purchasing decisions three (3) to six (6) months post-event?*

Yes
No

How many large-scale (more than 500 delegates), regional, or international events have you organised in the past five years?*

1-5
6 or more
None

Have you implemented sustainable event practices in your past events?*

Yes
No

If yes, please briefly describe in no more than 100 words how you have implemented sustainability practices in your events:

*If no, please skip this question.

Are you committed to attending all programme-specific events, including the 2-day 'The Business of Events' conference, receptions, and official hosted activities?*

Yes
No

Are you an existing PCMA member?*

Yes
No

Will you like to apply to be a hosted buyer for The Meetings Show (TMS) Asia Pacific 2025 as well? Please note that you will need to submit a separate application as there may be some difference in our selection criteria. Approval is also granted separately.*

Yes
No

Have you participated in a Hosted Buyer Programme at a previous event?*

Yes
No

If yes, pls specify the event(s):

What are your main objectives for participating in the Organiser Scholarship? (Select up to three)*

Discovering new event destinations
Sourcing new venues and suppliers
Building partnerships and networking
Learning about industry trends and innovations
Seeking solutions for event challenges
Others

If others, please specify

What key services or products are you looking to source for your upcoming events? (Please be specific)*

What would make this event a success for you as a Organiser Scholar? Please elaborate in no more than 100 words.*

Are you committed to implementing sustainable practices in your upcoming events?*

Yes
No

Would you like to engage with us in other capacities, such as speaking opportunities, panel discussions, or contributing to white papers or reports?*

Yes
No

If yes, please specify areas of interest:

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After attending The Business of Events, you will be expected to provide feedback through a survey, testimonial and respond to requests from PCMA to learn more about your experience.*

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