The 2023 FIA Conference has an exciting range of social and networking events. Meet new friends, reconnect with old ones and get to know your fundraising peers!
The social events calendar includes:
Welcome Reception
Join us for the official welcome reception of FIA Conference 2023! Network with friends and colleagues over a drink and some canapes in the exhibition hall.
Date: Wednesday 22 February 2023
Time: 5.15pm – 7.30pm
Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Tickets included in full conference registration. Additional tickets at $85 each.
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Speed Networking
If this is your first time at the conference, come along to meet and network with other conference delegates.
Date: Wednesday 22 February 2023
Time: 5.15pm – 6.00pm
Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Tickets included in full conference registration. Please indicate if you are attending when you register.
Emerging Leaders Networking Function
Under 35 and keen to meet other like-minded young professionals in the fundraising sector? This is the conference event for you! This causal networking event, specifically for young fundraisers, offers you a unique opportunity to deepen your relationships with fellow emerging leaders across the country.
Date: Wednesday 22 February 2023
Time: 7.00pm – 8.00pm
Where: venue to be confirmed
Tickets included in full conference registration.
Fellows And CFRE Function
If you are a Fellow of FIA or a CFRE, you are invited to this special function to network with fundraising colleagues over a drink or two.
Date: Wednesday 22 February 2023
Time: 7.00pm – 8.00pm
Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Tickets included in full conference registration.
Networking & Breakfast in Exhibition
Date: Thursday 23 February 2023
Time: 7.15am – 8.00am
Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Tickets included in full conference registration.
Sponsored by:
Fundraisers’ Gala Awards Dinner
Date: Thursday 23 February 2023
Time: 7.00pm till late
Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Tickets: Members $195; Non Members $230
Conference and Awards Dinner Packages available. Members save $75.
Principal Award Sponsors:
Farewell Drinks
Stick around for the farewell drinks following the closing plenary session on Friday afternoon. Unwind at the end of the conference and network with the new friends you’ve made.
Date: Friday 24 February 2023
Time: 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Tickets included in full conference registration.