About Us
We help brands create events that push the boundariesÂ
Do something different
Why Choose Us?
Need creative ideas and solutions that will really wow your audience, your community, your customers or your followers? You’re in the right place.
At MB Squared, we apply years of experience, having worked in-house delivering events for some of the largest organisations in the world.
Don’t underestimate us… we have a fierce determination to make our mark and help you do the same.
No such thing as rinse and repeat
What We Do Best
Taking a strategic but highly creative approach, we establish an amazing working relationship as we develop and flawlessly execute events of all sizes.
‘Original thinking’ is our middle name… the boring, year in, year out approach is not for us.
Let’s start from scratch, mix things up and deliver an event that has people genuinely excited to find out what’s in store next time.
We are genuine and honest. We are that friend with no filter. We will tell you if your concept or format is boring and has been done a million times in exactly the same way, then we will come up with something mind-blowingly better.
Commitment to excellence
Accreditation & Membership
MB Squared is a distinguished member of the Professional Conference Organisers (PCO) Association. As a proud member, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and excellence in the field of event management and conference organisation.
At MB Squared, we are committed to delivering unparalleled service to our clients, ensuring seamless execution and unforgettable experiences for every event we undertake. With our extensive expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction, we stand out as a trusted partner for all your conference and event needs.
Being a part of the PCO Association further validates our commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends, best practices, and innovation. It allows us to network with fellow professionals, exchange knowledge, and continuously enhance our capabilities to better serve our clients.
Trusted by Government Clients
Verified to Deliver
MB Squared is a verified Local Buy Pre-Qualified Supplier, having successfully met all financial, workplace health & safety, environmental, and quality requirements under the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Qld).
This verification enables us to be appointed to Local Government Association (LGA) procurement arrangements, offering Queensland councils and eligible organisations a compliant, efficient, and trusted way to engage our services.
As a Local Buy-approved provider, we deliver expert event management, production, and technology solutions tailored to the unique needs of public sector projects. Our proven track record and innovative approach ensure seamless, strategically aligned event outcomes—no matter the scale.
This pre-qualification affirms MB Squared’s commitment to excellence, transparency, and continuous improvement. We’re proud to support Queensland government agencies and not-for-profits in delivering meaningful, high-impact events.
Verification Number: VS21117415
Expiry Date: 31 January 2026
ABN: 99 170 110 832
Our Team
MB Squared at its core is a crew of three supported by the best freelancers, specialists and ‘get it done’ people. We build for you a handpicked extended team based on exactly what your event needs. We do not retrofit expertise.
Mary Bentley Bishop
Founder and Event Producer
Mary (Mez) is MB Squared’s Founder and Event Producer and brings to our clients over 25 years of event experience both in Australia and Europe.
Prior to starting MB Squared, Mary has worked both independently as a freelancer and inhouse at some of Australia’s largest and most well known brands. She has designed, produced and delivered events for various industries, including retail, financial services, banking, professional services, FMCG, medical, sports, gaming, federal, state and local government, entertainment, creative industries, technology, education, not for profit, tourism, film and TV, hospitality and business support.
Mary has produced them all – from blank canvas events, activations, festivals, live broadcast events, conferences, conventions and major exhibitions/ trade shows through to awards, galas, roadshows, AGMs, launches, incentive programs and workshops. Attendee numbers have ranged from 20 to 5000.
She is extremely passionate about creating and producing face to face experiences for people to interact and engage with a brand, a product, an experience, a cause, an issue, a feeling, a thought but most importantly with each other. Through these experiences we have the ability and the powerful opportunity to drive change and to make people think and behave differently. In her spare time she is hanging with her little boy Lachie, husband Simo and her dog Indie.
Mary holds a Bachelor of Business – Communications, Public Relations (Major) with Distinction from the Queensland University of Technology.
Thannia Quis-Quis
Event Specialist
Thannia is MB Squared’s Event Specialist.
Bringing her passion for organising events to the team. Her journey into event management began during her university years when she dedicated her spare time to volunteering and organizing tourism events. This experience laid the foundation for her exceptional skills in event operations, marketing, and more.
At MB Squared, Thannia plays a crucial role in managing event operations, creative design, sponsorship coordination, event tech support, digital marketing, and delegate management. With her expertise, she ensures that every event is flawlessly executed, leaving a lasting impression on clients and attendees.
But Thannia’s talents don’t stop there! When she’s not orchestrating events, she unleashes her musical prowess as a female vocalist of her band, Southease. With an amazing ear for live music, she can also effortlessly advise clients on the perfect soundscape for their events. Say goodbye to tired (sooo tired) corporate cover bands – Thannia knows how to bring the right vibe to any event.
Thannia holds a Bachelor of Science Major in Accountancy from Saint Paul University. With her diverse skill set and passion for creating unforgettable experiences, Thannia is an invaluable asset to the MB Squared team.