Welcome to the second episode of Plenary’s podcast – Inside the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

In this episode, we’re diving into the question: as we venture deeper into the 21st century, how can contemporary convention centres step up to meet the new-age demands of design, technology and sustainability?

Considered a cultural and economic powerhouse for Victoria, MCEC is a global benchmark for value capture in the infrastructure world, showcasing how private capital can not only mitigate risks, but introduce game-changing innovations.

Join key figures who were instrumental in MCEC’s journey as we uncover the story behind its rise to prominence, and, on a broader level, the exciting potential for expansion, sustainability and reinvention in urban infrastructure.

Host: Sonia Nair, Plenary Communications and Content Manager

Guests:

Former Premier of Victoria and Victorian Convention and Event Trust Chair John Brumby AO

Victorian Convention and Event Trust CEO Natalie O’Brien AMPlenary Group Co-Founder and Director John O’Rourke

Plenary Conventions Chair Glenn Hay

NH Architecture Director Hamish Lyon

Woods Bagot Principal Andy Gentry

Plenary Group Senior Asset Manager Brendan Xuereb

ICMS Pty Ltd CEO Sarah Markey-Hamm

Talk 2 Media & Events CEO Matt Pearce

 

Welcome to the second episode of Plenary&rsquo;s podcast &ndash; Inside the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
In this episode, we&rsquo;re diving into the question: as we venture deeper into the 21st century, how can contemporary convention centres step up to meet the new-age demands of design, technology and sustainability?
Considered a cultural and economic powerhouse for Victoria, MCEC is a global benchmark for value capture in the infrastructure world, showcasing how private capital can not only mitigate risks, but introduce game-changing innovations.
Join key figures who were instrumental in MCEC&rsquo;s journey as we uncover the story behind its rise to prominence, and, on a broader level, the exciting potential for expansion, sustainability and reinvention in urban infrastructure.
Host: Sonia Nair, Plenary Communications and Content Manager
Guests:
Former Premier of Victoria and Victorian Convention and Event Trust Chair John Brumby AO
Victorian Convention and Event Trust CEO Natalie O&rsquo;Brien AMPlenary Group Co-Founder and Director John O&rsquo;Rourke
Plenary Conventions Chair Glenn Hay
NH Architecture Director Hamish Lyon
Woods Bagot Principal Andy Gentry
Plenary Group Senior Asset Manager Brendan Xuereb
ICMS Pty Ltd CEO Sarah Markey-Hamm
Talk 2 Media &amp; Events CEO Matt Pearce
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What role can infrastructure play in addressing some of society’s most pressing challenges? 

We’re living through a moment of immense complexity. Rising living costs are putting pressure on families everywhere. Housing shortages have left many struggling to find a place to call home. Public services are stretched thin. And the impacts of climate change grow more evident each day.  

Through insightful conversations, we’ll explore how the public and private sectors can tackle these challenges and help to transform our communities.

Established in 2004, Plenary is a leading independent long-term investor, developer and manager of public infrastructure, specialising in public-private partnerships and precinct developments. We are known for delivering some of the most iconic public infrastructure in Australia, such as Sydney Metro, the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre and Gold Coast Light Rail.

What role can infrastructure play in addressing some of society’s most pressing challenges? 
We’re living through a moment of immense complexity. Rising living costs are putting pressure on families everywhere. Housing shortages have left many struggling to find a place to call home. Public services are stretched thin. And the impacts of climate change grow more evident each day.  
Through insightful conversations, we’ll explore how the public and private sectors can tackle these challenges and help to transform our communities.
Established in 2004, Plenary is a leading independent long-term investor, developer and manager of public infrastructure, specialising in public-private partnerships and precinct developments. We are known for delivering some of the most iconic public infrastructure in Australia, such as Sydney Metro, the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre and Gold Coast Light Rail.

Shaping Infrastructure

What role can infrastructure play in addressing some of society’s most pressing challenges?

We’re living through a moment of immense complexity. Rising living costs are putting pressure on families everywhere. Housing shortages have left many struggling to find a place to call home. Public services are stretched thin. And the impacts of climate change grow more evident each day.  

Through insightful conversations, we’ll explore how the public and private sectors can tackle these challenges and help to transform our communities.

Established in 2004, Plenary is a leading independent long-term investor, developer and manager of public infrastructure, specialising in public-private partnerships and precinct developments. We are known for delivering some of the most iconic public infrastructure in Australia, such as Sydney Metro, the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre and Gold Coast Light Rail.

What role can infrastructure play in addressing some of society’s most pressing challenges?
We’re living through a moment of immense complexity. Rising living costs are putting pressure on families everywhere. Housing shortages have left many struggling to find a place to call home. Public services are stretched thin. And the impacts of climate change grow more evident each day.  
Through insightful conversations, we’ll explore how the public and private sectors can tackle these challenges and help to transform our communities.
Established in 2004, Plenary is a leading independent long-term investor, developer and manager of public infrastructure, specialising in public-private partnerships and precinct developments. We are known for delivering some of the most iconic public infrastructure in Australia, such as Sydney Metro, the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre and Gold Coast Light Rail.

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