Overview
Learn how to gain Fáilte Ireland support to bid for and host international conferences in Ireland.
Conference Ambassador: Programme journey
Understand the Conference Ambassador journey, from first conversation with Fáilte Ireland through bid development, submission, and event delivery.
Support at every stage
Fáilte Ireland supports Conference Ambassadors from early bid planning to event delivery, helping you build a competitive case for Ireland and plan with confidence.
- Bid preparationWork with Fáilte Ireland to shape the bid strategy, define what the association needs, and gather the evidence needed to make a strong case for Ireland.
- Bid submissionSubmit a competitive bid with Fáilte Ireland’s support, balancing conference content, financial detail, destination appeal, and association requirements.
- Site inspectionHost key decision-makers in Ireland so they can view venues, meet local experts, and see how the destination can support the conference.
- MarketingUse Fáilte Ireland support to build interest among potential delegates and strengthen the conference’s reach before it takes place.
Support tailored to your bid
Every association and conference bid is different. Fáilte Ireland works with you to understand the bidding process, decision-making criteria, and support needed to make a strong case for Ireland.
- Bid development supportGet help to shape your bid strategy, prepare destination materials, and build the evidence your association needs.
- Site inspection supportBring key decision-makers to Ireland to view venues, meet local experts, and see how the destination can support the conference.
- Destination and venue guidanceAccess local advice on venues, accommodation, welcome receptions, gala dinners, and destination planning.
- Delegate marketing supportGet practical support to promote the conference, build delegate interest, and strengthen international attendance.
Your commitment as a Conference Ambassador
- Time commitmentThe time involved depends on the conference, association process and bid cycle.
- Site inspections and decisionsYou may support presentations, site visits and follow-up activity during the association’s decision process.
- After a successful bidYour involvement may continue through delegate marketing, programme development and event planning.
How we work together
Conference Ambassadors bring sector expertise and association connections. Fáilte Ireland brings bid support, destination knowledge and a local network to help make the case for Ireland.
- Share your association insight
Bring your knowledge of the association, its priorities, decision-making process and conference opportunity. - Shape a competitive bid
Work with Fáilte Ireland to develop destination materials, supporting evidence and practical guidance. - Build support for Ireland
Make the case for Ireland with the people who influence or decide where the conference is hosted. - Connect with local experts
Access Convention Bureaux, local suppliers and approved Professional Conference Organisers through Fáilte Ireland.
Interested in becoming a Conference Ambassador?
See who can become a Conference Ambassador, what the role involves, and what to check before expressing interest.
Explore the specific requirements and journey milestones of the Conference Ambassador Programme.
Eligibility and guidelines
View the criteria to become a Conference Ambassador, and help bring international conferences to Ireland.
Help and resources
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