14th August 2008

Following extensive and exhaustive negotiations, Palazzo Versace, described as Australia ’s only six-star hotel, has announced the appointment of Videoplus as their new in-house audio visual technical services provider

Videoplus have confirmed that preparations are well advanced to replace the incumbent and the venue’s superseded audiovisual systems in time for their 3 year initial tenure commencing in October.

When asked what attracted Palazzo Versace to Videoplus, Sandra Tikal the hotel’s General Manager stated that “Videoplus stood out because of their commitment to providing the venue with a quality product, and always ensuring that our customers’ needs are their first priority. Two decision drivers that are clearly aligned to our venues’ exacting service standards and Palazzo Versace’s management philosophy.”

From Videoplus’ perspective, gaining Palazzo Versace’s in-house technical production contract is seen as affirmation of the company’s demonstrated abilities and their record of delivering enhanced capabilities and a superior audio visual infrastructure across all their venues.

“As within every venue, forming a true business partnership with your in-house Audio Visual and technical production company is a prerequisite for a proactive and mutually beneficial working relationship,” says James Dee, Videoplus’ Regional Manager in Queensland .  “This is an aspect of the events business in which we excel!” adds James. “The symbiotic relationship we foster with venue management and staff is vital to guests enjoying their experience and returning for subsequent events.”

To oversee the technical upgrade and ensure that Palazzo Versace guest’s receive the service standards demanded by a discerning clientele, Videoplus have assigned Garry Sturman, a recently appointed technical production manager to the tenth new venue Videoplus have taken over in the last couple of years. Garry brings over fifteen years industry experience, a record of meticulous preparation and flawless performance.

 “Securing the Palazzo Versace contract is a testament to our product” said Bob Dewstow, Videoplus CEO. “I am confident that through our ongoing technical innovation, plus assigning the right management resources and talent, we will significantly increase the volume and quality of projects undertaken in the venue.

This proactive approach is the result of over four decades providing technical services within conference and event venues, and is evident in all twenty venues where we provide in-house AV and technical production services.” Bob adds, “Working cooperatively with the hotel’s management, we will ensure that the venues technical offerings are as distinctive and imaginative as the venue itself, plus serve to enhance the venue’s distinct points of difference.”

Whatever the occasion, Palazzo Versace has to constantly stage and manage show case events that live up to its image and reputation as ‘Australia’s Best Hotel’ in this year’s Luxury Travel Gold List Awards. Videoplus is the in-house supplier of choice when your technical audiovisual facilities must mirror the exacting standards of your meticulous service, expert support and outstanding cuisine to make every event that much more memorable.