Attractions industry leaders to speak at 2013 AALARA Conference and Exhibition

The 2013 Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) Conference is set to deliver insight from local and international attractions industry leaders - sharing knowledge that will give delegates the tools to drive new sales, increase operational efficiency and inspire management teams to achieve financial growth.

While the full program has yet to be released, confirmed keynote speakers include;

• Ed Fuller, Divisional Director Australia and New Zealand, Merlin Entertainment Group Australia;

• John Hallenbeck, Vice President, Park Operations, Universal Studios Singapore;

• Doug Stagner, Corporate Senior Director of Operations, Sea World Parks & Entertainment, USA;

• Todd Coates, Chief Executive, Dreamworld/WhiteWater World/Sky Point;

• John Lees, international marketing consultant to IBM, McDonalds, AMP, Schwarzkopf, Malaysian Airlines.

Industry breakout forums at the conference will include:

• The Future of Events - Royal Agricultural Shows, transportable rides and attractions;

• Go karts;

• Aquatics and waterparks;

• Theme parks, outdoor attractions and mazes;

• Family entertainment centres;

• Laser Tag;

• WHS Legislation and Risk Management;

• Climate Change - impact of weather on Australian businesses.

The industry forums will provide an opportunity to network, raise issues facing the industry and discuss solutions and share the latest trends and information.

To be held from 7th to 9th May at the Gold Coast Convention Centre, the conference program will finish each day with networking drinks for delegates within the trade exhibition hall and will be followed by a gala dinner on the evening of 9th May.

Meanwhile the AALARA Trade Exhibition will featuring the latest trends in rides, attractions, inflatables, aquatic play, Laser Tag, Rope Courses, interactive play, Photographic, ticketing, technology and much more.

Exhibitors who have already confirmed their participation to exhibit at the 2013 AALARA Trade Exhibition include:

Antonio Zamperla S.P.A, Battlefield Sports, Centaman Systems, Ecoline Pty Ltd, Extreme Engineering, Fujifilm Australia, Go Play, Gunnebo Australia, Hydracare Systems, Highgate Group Rope Courses, Imagination Play, Laserforce International, Leyuan Inflatables Company, Links Modular Systems, Proslide Technology, Neptune Benson, MW Presents, Rhinoplay Pty Ltd,SBF Visa Group, Swimplex Aquatics, The Photobooth People, Training Sense, Waterplay, Waterpark Toys, WhiteWater West Industries,

Airfare sale and Accommodation offer

AALARA has also teamed with Virgin Blue and Jetstar to offer discounted airfares to the Gold Coast for the 2013 AALARA Conference and Trade Exhibition.

In addition, Jupiters Hotel and Casino has extended an early bird rate starting for delegates from $169 per night per room include GST (superior room).

To book 1800 074 344 and mention your attendance at the 2013 AALARA Conference and Exhibition.

Click here for online bookings and use the Group code is AAL060513.

For more information on the 2013 AALARA Conference and Exhibition contact the AALARA Secretariat on 07 3807 3508, E: info@aalara.com.au, www.aalara.com.au

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