MEET THE TEAM

Founded in 2004, SAVETCON is a full-service, professional event management company in a various number of areas such as corporate meetings, conferences, exhibitions, incentives, webinars, online/virtual conferences, product launches, activations, dinners and much more.

We love details! Our focus is ensuring the execution of a flawless event that all stakeholders will find relevant, unforgettable, and worth attending. We’ve built a wealth of knowledge in association meeting planning and understand how to meet the complicated and specialized requirements of these types of events.

We have extensive experience in the event management industry and, as a result, a professional and comprehensive service is provided. Guaranteed.

• Event Design & Creative
  • let us assist you in shaping the format and content of the event in order to satisfy measurable goals and objectives
• Strategy & Planning
  • we’ll walk hand-in-hand with our clients to define the strategy, design and planning to reach objectives & ROI goals
• Contract Negotiations
  • our eye on detail will ensure nothing is missed and the necessary concessions are negotiated
• Program  & Speaker Management
  • our mission is to design the best combination of events, presentation methods, and scheduling to serve your objectives
• Vendor Sourcing
  • we assist in connecting with all third party services and manage all negotiations and agreements
• Site Selection
  • we will do the research on rates, space and availability on your behalf saving you valuable time and energy
• Marketing
  • the attendee experience is no longer one that starts and ends at the event itself. We will digital media products that integrate seamlessly into your event marketing as well as the event itself.
• Exhibition & Sponsorship
  • essential sources of revenue for a successful event. Let us develop sponsorship opportunities and interest to establishes new relationships
• Financial Management
  • keeping at or below the expected budget is vital when executing an event – our team is skilled in managing expenses
• Attendee Management
  • success isn’t defined only by the number of people who attend an event, it’s also about the experiences they have
• Virtual & Hybrid
  • the world is becoming more connected online, so are events. Let us  support your online event from strategy and production to execution.
• Event Execution
  • on site, by your side.  We arrive prior to the first guest and review all expectations before the doors open and oversee the activities
• Post  Event Analysis
  • it’s important to measure the results of your event.  We conduct post event reviews to understand if the objectives were met and how things could be done differently in the future

We will work tirelessly throughout the life cycle of your event, going the extra mile, tailoring our services to you, our client, so that you can communicate your message and strengthen your brand.

EVENTS
We pride ourselves in the fact that we can offer our clients an a-z event management service. With over 50 years accumulative industry experience we know how to deliver the best events, every time.

VISION
To remain true to our unwavering commitment to excellence be recognised as the leading event organizing company that brings service with integrity and trust.

MISSION
To organise and deliver excellent professional event management services with creativity and excellence, to align with those who complement our work ethic and values and always being prepared to walk more than just one extra mile.

ACCOLADES

• SAVETCON nominated best Event Management Company by SAACI, 2019.
• Corné was awarded Top 40 over 40 by the US based SPiN (Senior Planners International Network), 2018.
• Melanie was awarded Top 40 Women in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions Industry, 2018
• Corné was awarded Top 40 Women in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions Industry, 2016.

In our 40+ years of experience, we have served over 350 clients across various industries, financial services, public sector, health (medical and veterinary), software, power, entertainment and more.

But don’t take our word for it – contact them for references.

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Dr John de Jong, DVM, (World Veterinary Association President (WVAC2024)

“I wanted to reach out and thank you for all of your hard work in assuring that the WVAC 2024 was such a great success.  Your commitment to making our Congress so excellent was obvious in all that you did, and your professionalism is commendable.  Regards and thanks to Melanie and your entire crew as well.“ 
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Prof. Carol Simon (Chair of LoC, International Polychaete Conference; President of the International Polychaete Association (2019 – 2023))

“It is a pleasure to write this letter, congratulating Corné Engelbrecht and the rest of her team at SAVETCON for the excellent work they did in organising the 14th International Polychaete Conference. Everything was well organised, and their experience served us well in securing the best service providers and venues, adding a personal touch to everything they did. They anticipated my every need, providing excellent guidance from the very start.”

Letter of recommendation

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Ms Madeleine Sonko (Threat Reduction Logistics Services, CULMEN INTERNATIONAL, LLC)

“Mrs Corné Engelbrecht has provided high-quality of services that has met with the expectation of all our partners from US EMBASSY, US GOVERNMENT and NICD. Her professionalism and work execution were excellent, and she always performs exceptionally, sets deadlines and can adjust with any last-minute changes or short-notices requests, and we have consistently appreciated her as well the high-quality work of the SAVETCON Team.
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Letter of recommendation

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Dr Owen Fraser (President of the AOAC-Africa Section)
(organised Section’s annual meetings for 2018, 2019, 2020 (online), 2021 (hybrid), 2023 (in planning)

On the behalf of the Sub-Saharan Africa Section of the AOAC INTERNATIONAL, I would like to thank Corné and her entire team at Savetcon for the excellent organisation of our inaugural meeting. I would like to especially commend high level of professionalism, pragmatism, meticulous attention to details and excellent customer service of your entire team.
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Prof. Sonja Matthee (Immediate Past-President of PARSA)
(organised annual PARSA Conference 2019, 2021 (online), 2022 (including 4th International Congress on Parasites of Wildlife)

I am her/their biggest fan! Corné was exceptional.
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Sr Brigid Goudie (Hill’s Pet Nutrition)
(organised multiple live events and over 50+ webinars and hybrid events from 2019 to date)

We have worked with SAVETCON on several conferences, webinars and hybrid events over the last two years and have been impressed by their service and professionalism. Nothing is ever too much trouble. The attention to detail has been fantastic and the resolving of any challenges have been handled efficiently and effectively.
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Corné Engelbrecht, Managing Director

With more than 28 years in the industry, Corné possesses a wealth of experience in symposium and event management and has forged a dynamic career marked by successful planning and execution of a myriad of impactful gatherings. Her expertise encompasses the end-to-end process of event coordination, from conceptualization to post-event evaluation. She has demonstrated proficiency in budget management, venue sourcing, speaker coordination, and comprehensive client interaction, ensuring seamless experiences for both internal and external stakeholders.

With a keen eye for detail, she has orchestrated diverse events, ranging from corporate symposiums to promotional functions, consistently delivering exceptional results. Her responsibilities have extended to liaising with sponsors and suppliers, conducting in-depth post-event evaluations to extract valuable insights, and illustrating a tangible Return on Investment (ROI) for future planning.

In addition to event management, her skills include strategic communications, marketing, and branding. She is adept at leveraging these facets to enhance the overall impact of events, effectively communicating the organization’s message and values. Her track record underscores her commitment to excellence, innovation, and a results-driven approach in the dynamic field of symposium and event management.

As a seasoned professional, she is well-versed in adapting to diverse industries and addressing unique challenges, always with an unwavering focus on exceeding expectations. Eager to bring this wealth of experience to any new opportunity, she is poised to contribute her skills and insights to further elevate the success of events and symposiums in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Melanie Pretorius, Event Manager
Melanie is a Hospitality Management graduate from the Capital Hotel School and Training Academy.

She possesses over 20 years’ experience and thorough knowledge of the hospitality industry.

Melanie was one of the National finalists in the Standard Bank Rising Star awards for Service excellence in public and private institutions nationally. Melanie’s heart is in logistics and people, making her the best person for all logistics and customer care, service and communications.

Nthabiseng Letsoalo, Registration & Events Coordinator
Nthabiseng has been working as  an event-coordinator, administration, registration  and staffing officer for more than 11 years. She joined our team in 2022 as Office Manager and Event Assistant, responsible for CPD accreditation, client liaison and enquiries, registration management, travel and accommodation management, office administration and event assistance.