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A high-energy B2B networking event for the international education industry.
Three cities. One circle.
The Circle is an exclusive, pre-ISS B2B networking evening designed to bring the entire Australian international education ecosystem into one room — exhibitors, non-exhibitors, and everyone in between.
Whether you're looking to build referral partnerships, explore collaborations, or simply put faces to names before the Summit begins — this is your moment.
Who's in the room
Student recruitment agents and migration advisors operating across Australia
Universities, colleges, schools, and vocational training organisations
Government agencies and bodies with a stake in international education
Service providers, accommodation, health, finance, and student support
Why attend
Meet potential referral partners and new industry contacts in a purpose-built space.
All attending organisations (with consent) are included in a shared contact list sent after the event.
A structured activity runs during the event so every organisation gets a proper introduction.
Signature activity
Think speed dating, but for industry connections. This fast-paced session is designed to help you meet more people, start more conversations and uncover more partnership opportunities in less time.
You will rotate through short, guided conversations with organisations across the international education ecosystem. No awkward hovering. No waiting for the perfect moment. Just quick, purposeful introductions that can turn into warm follow-ups after the event.
Meet another attendee for a short, timed conversation.
Share who you are, what you do and the connections you are looking for.
When the timer ends, rotate to your next conversation.
Dates & Venues
Drinks and nibbles provided at all events. Each city has its own booking link.
Special guest: Perth Mayor attending B2B Perth.
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FAQ
The Circle is a curated B2B networking event held alongside the International Student Summit. It brings together education providers, migration professionals, employers, service providers, student support organisations and industry partners who work with international students.
It is designed to help organisations build partnerships, referrals, collaborations and visibility within the international student ecosystem.
The format is simple and networking-focused. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet other organisations, introduce their services, discuss potential collaborations and build industry connections in a relaxed professional setting.
No. The B2B event is open to both ISS exhibitors and non-exhibiting organisations.
If you are already exhibiting at ISS, this is an additional opportunity to connect with industry partners. If you are not exhibiting, you can still attend to explore partnerships, referrals and future opportunities.
No. The Circle B2B event is designed for organisations, professionals and industry stakeholders. Students should attend the main International Student Summit event instead.
The event is primarily designed for networking, not long presentations. There may be a short welcome or introduction from the organisers, but the main focus is on conversations, connections and partnerships.
Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards or QR contact details, a short introduction about their organisation, any partnership ideas or referral opportunities they want to discuss, and brochures or digital materials if relevant.
Exhibiting at ISS gives you direct access to international students on the expo day. The Circle B2B event is focused on industry-to-industry networking — helping you connect with other organisations that serve, support, employ or engage international students.
Ideally the two work together: ISS helps you reach students, while The Circle helps you build sector partnerships.
There is a registration fee to attend. Please select the relevant city booking link for Perth, Melbourne or Brisbane to view ticket details.
Attendee details may be used by the organisers for event communication and follow-up. A list of attending organisations may be shared with registered attendees to support networking, but personal contact details will not be shared without consent.
Yes. Organisations interested in sponsorship, hosting, speaking or partnership opportunities can contact the ISS team to discuss available options.
The Circle is organised by the team behind the International Student Summit, as part of our broader mission to connect students, providers, employers and support organisations across the international student sector.
Yes. If your organisation supports, employs, recruits, advises, houses, educates or provides services to international students, this event is likely relevant. The Circle is also a great starting point for organisations that want to understand the ISS network and explore future involvement.
Secure your place at The Circle B2B networking event. Choose your city and book through the relevant ticket page.
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