Partner Associations

The success of Ireland as a destination for association conferences, corporate meetings and incentives can be attributed to a strong partnership between Meet in Ireland and the key industry bodies listed below. For more information and contact details of each body, please click on corresponding links to contact the organisations directly.

The Association of Irish Professional Conference Organisers (AIPCO)
This is the official representative body for conference organisers in Ireland founded in 1999. AIPCO’s aims include increasing and maintaining a high professional standard in the organisation and administration of congresses, conferences and other international and national meetings held in Ireland.
Web: www.aipco.ie

The Irish Tour Operators Association (ITOA)
The ITOA maintains a full-time office to handle enquiries, offer assistance to overseas organisers and administer the affairs of the association.
Web: www.irishtouroperators.com

The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives (SITE)
The only international, professional, not-for-profit association devoted exclusively to the pursuit of excellence in incentives, a multi-million dollar industry.
Web: www.siteglobal.com
Tel: + 353 1 668 0888
Fax: + 353 1 668 0292
E-mail: siteireland@eircom.net

Convention Bureaux
There are a number of Regional Convention Bureaux offering specific services and information for conferences and venues in their local regions of Ireland.

Dublin Convention Bureau
www.dublinconventionbureau.com

Belfast Visitor and Convention Bureau
www.belfastconventionbureau.com

Shannon Region Conference & Sports Bureau
www.conferenceandsportsbureau.com

Cork Convention Bureau
www.corkconventionbureau.com

Derry Visitor and Convention Bureau
www.derryvisitor.com