Conference embarks on The Great Adventure

The first-ever national conference for New Zealand's adventure and outdoor tourism sector is being held in Wellington in May.

Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIANZ) Chief Executive Martin Snedden says that The Great Adventure will offer adventure and outdoor tourism operators a rare opportunity to discuss issues affecting their sector.

Snedden explains "many adventure and outdoor operators work in remote parts of the country and don't often have the chance to get together and share their experiences.

"The sector has been the focus of considerable public attention in recent years. This is a timely opportunity to bring operators together to help build a strong, unified and prosperous sector."

The one-day conference will take place at Rydges Wellington on 10th May 2013, following a welcome function at Parliament's Grand Hall the previous evening.

The keynote speaker is Jamie Fitzgerald, adventurer, star of the 'First Crossings' TV series and sought-after management consultant.

Paul Yeo from Tourism New Zealand will look at the changing face of the adventure market, and three breakout sessions will focus on:

• Strategies for building a strong, positive workplace culture

• Tactics for managing a business in challenging times

• Performing competitively within the complex and fast-moving digital space.

• The Great Adventure is being sponsored by ACC, the Department of Conservation and Real Journeys.

Early bird registrations are open until 15th April at www.tianz.org.nz/main/The_Great_Adventure

6th September 2011 - TIANZ APPOINTS ADVENTURE TOURISM SAFETY SPECIALIST