Newport's ICC Wales continues to shine in the business events industry, with its team and venue receiving more ward nominations.

The venue’s Danielle Bounds, sales director, and Chloe Turner, assistant association sales manager, have been shortlisted in the Guiding Star and Rising Star categories by the Association of British Professional Conference Organisers in its ABPCO Excellence Awards.

The winners will be announced in December.

This news comes shortly after the venue’s shortlisting in five categories in the Meetings Industry Association’s (MIA) miaList, which recognises outstanding individuals and teams who go above and beyond to make an impact on the meetings and events sector.

In addition to being a finalist in the Venue of the Year (over 300 delegates) category, the venue’s sales and marketing and events and operations teams were nominated in their respective categories.

Chloe Turner was also shortlisted for mia’s Rising Star Award while ICC Wales’ head of sales, Amy Phillips, was shortlisted for the Individual Award.

The miaList 2024 awards ceremony will take place in November.

Chloe Turner said: “Being recognised as a finalist for the rising star award at both the ABPCO Excellence Awards and the miaList is an incredible honour.

"I’m thrilled not only for myself but for the entire ICC Wales team, whose collective effort has led to multiple nominations.

“This recognition underscores the exceptional work of our sales, marketing, and events teams, and highlights the vibrant and dynamic environment we’re fortunate to be a part of. It’s exciting to see our venue and colleagues celebrated, and I’m grateful for the opportunities at ICC Wales that inspire me to grow and contribute to our shared success."