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 To recognise the exceptional talent and 
			  dedication of young leaders in the MICE industry, the Asia Pacific 
			  Incentives and Meetings Expo (AIME) will launch the inaugural 
			  Rising Star award as a part of the 25th anniversary campaign, 
			  celebrating the future of the industry. Young professionals under 30 are invited to 
			  submit their greatest achievement
			  online. AIME is searching for 
			  nominations and entries that showcase the exceptional and 
			  enthusiastic talent the MICE community has to offer. Submissions 
			  are to be judged by the AIME Advisory Board, made up of 
			  independent industry members, and the winner will be announced at 
			  the award ceremony held annually on the AIME show floor.   Entries for the awards are 
			  now open and will close on 7 February 2017. “The introduction of this award to AIME, 
			  acknowledges up-and-coming talent in the industry, those who have 
			  achieved in their work, attitude, leadership and commitment,” said 
			  Ian Wainwright, Event Director – AIME, Reed Travel Exhibitions. “We 
			  are inviting nominees to think outside the box with their 
			  submission, if you have a video, blog or presentation that 
			  demonstrates your outstanding approach, our judges would love to 
			  see it. The Rising Star award provides a great opportunity 
			  for AIME to recognise young professionals and support future 
			  growth of our amazing industry.” The 
			  winner of the inaugural Rising Star award will receive not only a 
			  keepsake, but importantly a full VIP AIME experience 
			  including complimentary accommodation and flights to attend AIME 
			  2017 in Melbourne, priority entry to all education seminars and networking functions including the renowned Welcome Event to be 
			  held at Carousel by food&desire on Albert Park Lake and a A$500 
			  gift voucher. AIME 2017 will take place 21 – 22 February at the Melbourne 
			  Convention & Exhibition Centre. 
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