Outdoor Industry Summit to address hard-hitting issues and provide solutions

May 9, 2023

Outdoors NSW & ACT is hosting its biennial Outdoor Industry Summit at Lennox Head on the North Coast of NSW from 28th to 30th June 2023 during which hard-hitting issues will be discussed with solutions provided for the future of the industry.

With the theme 'Connecting for Progress', the conversations will involve the policy makers, key stakeholders, and industry colleagues over the course of the event. The welcome cocktail party offers an opportunity to get to know each other before the important discussions start the following day.

The exciting line-up of speakers includes renowned Ky Furneaux, Outdoors NSW & ACT ambassador, who will be joining the event to share her insights on how she spreads the word about the benefits of spending time outdoors. Furneaux is a well-known author, TV personality and media personality, and will be popping up with panels and speakers throughout the event.

Also among the speakers lined up to engage and enlighten the audience is Mark McCrindle, a social researcher, best-selling author, and TEDx speaker, who will be sharing his expertise on the emerging generation, Generation Alpha. With a client list that includes over 100 of Australia's largest companies and leading international brands, McCrindle is recognised globally as an influential thought leader.

The Summit will also welcome Tim Jack Adams, an internationally known thought leader and speaker in the wellness industry. Adams has worked with some of the biggest names in the business, including the Australian Defence Force, Red Bull, and Olympians, and has created an overarching framework for wellbeing that enables leaders, teams and organisations to thrive sustainably. As a sought-after keynote speaker, workshop facilitator and expert advisor on wellness for corporations in the Asia Pacific region, Tim will share his insights on his outdoor business successes with our attendees.

According to Lori Modde, Chief Executive of Outdoors NSW & ACT "The Outdoor Industry Summit has the most influential outdoor organisations in attendance, organisations that can help to assist the outdoor industry to thrive. So, it’s important the industry come together to have the conversations that need to be had about our future and how we can work together for success. We're excited to be hosting this event and look forward to welcoming everyone to the beautiful Lennox Head in NSW."

Dr Phil Hamdorf, President of Outdoors NSW & ACT added "this is an important event for the industry, and we're thrilled to see such early and strong support from Destination NSW, Paddy Pallin, and other industry partners. We're confident that the Outdoor Industry Summit will be a great success and will help shape the future of the outdoor sector in Australia."

Hosted by Cameron Arnold, as the MC, the Outdoors NSW & ACT Summit promises to be an engaging and thought-provoking event. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from some of the most influential voices in the industry.

There will also be panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities.

Registration for the Outdoor Industry Summit is now open.

Click here for more information on the Outdoor Industry Summit in the Australasian Leisure Management industry Calendar.

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