2015, 2019, 2021, 2023 - Brisbane, Australia
2013 - Kaohsiung, Taiwan | 2017 - Daejeon, Korea | 2025 - Dubai, UAE
Client: Brisbane City Council

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Strategic Overview
APCS is one of the world’s most influential gatherings of city leaders, bringing together Mayors, government officials, industry and innovators to shape the future of cities. CCM has been the trusted delivery partner for more than a decade, managing every Brisbane edition since 2015 and supporting international editions across Asia and the Middle East.
 

Key Outcomes

• Winner: Best Conference in Australia (2019 APCS)

• 1,158 delegates in 2023

• 171 cities represented

• 118 Mayors in attendance

• 100% of surveyed delegates likely to attend again

• 94% satisfaction rating

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CCM’s Role

• Strategic planning and program development

• Delegate services and international liaison

• Sponsorship strategy and acquisition

• Exhibition management

• VIP, Mayoral and diplomatic protocol

• Logistics, operations and venue management

• Creative direction for social events

 

Innovation & Differentiators

• Deployment of the CCM Premium App for scheduling, meeting bookings and communication

• Enhanced digital engagement tools

• Creative social event concepts that boosted participation​

 

Impact & Legacy

APCS continues to set global benchmarks for city leadership events, especially via the Mayors Accord which is produced by the Mayors Forum. CCM’s long term partnership underpinning its growth, reputation and international reach.