The ACETA Inaugural Convention

Dates: Friday 4th – Sunday 6th of May 2018
Where: The North East Victorian City of Wangaratta
Venue: The Gateway Hotel

For some time, ACETA has been reporting the development of the inaugural industry convention initiative. An active peak body enables industry to take control of its own destiny, you could rightly say that development, well-being and prosperity is in our own hands, therefore the ideal facilitating forum is indeed the convention. We are at the dawn of a potent new force in our industry, one that represents opportunity for every participant to invest in their personal and corporate future in an environment never before available, and a resource only possible in the power of a progressive, determined and unified industry, exciting yes, compelling definitely.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
The convention is structured to meet the needs of importers, exporters and service providers in every entertainment technology industry sector, be they a one-person operation or large corporation. Attendance is open to industry organisations with subsidised delegate fees for ACETA members and associate members. Additional benefit will be achieved by organisations sending members of their management structure as it is an ideal opportunity for corporate team building. In addition, the significant amount and variety of subject matter and resource material presented at the convention will provide impetus for ongoing in-house development across many streams including, sales, marketing, advertising, education, planning, administration, governance, restructure and funding to name but a few. By virtue of the convention social program and the regions many attractions, it is encouraged and ideally suited for partners to accompany delegates.

WHY ATTEND
Simple, it will be all things to all people who care to seize the unique opportunity, remember no one but our own industry can present such an occasion. The inaugural convention will be experienced in a work hard, play hard environment, with a cram packed program of events, none of which is mandatory, therefore participation can be tailored to suit your own needs. The work program is aimed at personal, corporate and industry development with a focus on addressing the commercial landscape of the future. The normal work day environment of stress and pressure will be alleviated over this special three-day occasion, by virtue of the idyllic convention setting and the planned social events, which include casual and more formal opportunities. Needless to say, with the industry in one place, over several days, and not an order book in sight, the opportunity for networking is manifest. Yes, the idea is to have a fun, refreshing experience, then depart feeling informed and inspired.

CONVENTION PROGRAM
We are satisfied that the expressed needs of the industry have been captured in the presentation of the convention program, one which is compelling, relevant and inspired by many who took the time to request and suggest. A common sentiment was that seminars and workshops be led by skilled and proven achievers, successful in the practise of what they preach, in preference to pop-star presenters or professional circuit speakers. This consensus has been applied in the realisation of a balanced roster of industry and non-industry skill across a broad range of subject matter.

FRIDAY 4th MAY 2018
9.00am: Golf day tee-off at the championship Jubilee Course, Wangaratta-an 18-hole unisex event with all welcome, bring your clubs, motorised carts provided.

4.00pm: The important registration and induction plenary for delegates, presenters and partners, in the Gateway Hotel Ballroom Wangaratta.

6.00pm: Civic Reception hosted by the Mayor and City of Wangaratta. Food and beverages provided at the Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre, a five-minute walk from the Gateway Hotel. All delegates, presenters and partners are welcome and encouraged to join with the City Officials.

SATURDAY 5^th MAY 2018
The number represents the event number on the booking form, this is proceeded by an S signifying a Seminar or W signifying a Workshop. The title of the event is displayed, followed by the seminar presenter or workshop facilitator and their organisation.