Industry Leadership at AALARA

Today marks the start of the annual conference of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Inc (AALARA) - with the four day event drawing local and international representatives from the amusement and recreation industries.

With the theme 'leadership, innovation and business management' the AALARA Conference, the event is being held from Monday 12th May to Thursday 15th May 2008 at Conrad Jupiters Hotel on the Gold Coast.

AALARA Inc President, Stan Durkin said this year's event will feature a quality program of informative and inspirational keynote sessions presented by leading Australian and International industry figures. The industry breakout forums will present business owners with a valuable opportunity to network and also discuss current challenges facing their specific industry sector, recent trends and future forecasts.

Highlights of the 2008 AALARA conference program include:

Darrel Metzger - Chief Executive, Ruwaad Destinations Dubai UAE - Opportunities in Asia and the Middle East
J Clark Robinson - Exeuctive Director Global Affairs- IAAPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions) USA - The Future of the Attractions Industry
Lynton V Harris - Chairman The Sudden Impact! Entertainment Company USA - Merchants of Dreams: The Custodians
Author Rob Hartnett, Director Business Performance International - Strategies for Business Success

Industry forums will take place on Wednesday 14th May 2008 between 10am and 1.30pm. Topics to be addressed are:

• Transportable Rides/Attractions
• Indoor Play/Family Entertainment Centres
• Go Karting/Outdoor Attractions *Water Parks/Aquatic Centres
• Zoos/Wildlife Parks/Aquariums and Museums

AALARA's focus primarily sits with risk and safety management, education on statutory requirements and Australian Standards across all industry sectors.

For a full conference program including session summaries, please contact Email: info@aalara.com.au, www.aalara.com.au