Program finalised for 29th Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress

April 28, 2022

The 29th Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress, to be held from 30th May to 1st June 2022 at ICC Sydney, is shaping up to be the most significant venue industry event of the last three years.

The event will see delegates from Australia, New Zealand, and the Asia-Pacific region join to expand their industry knowledge, reconnect with their peers and explore the latest innovations within the venue industry.

Opening night is looking to be an exceptional evening kick started by Master of Ceremonies, Jarrod Walsh, a Welcome to Country performance from Matthew Doyle, and opening remarks from VMA President, Leighton Wood.

The opening evening education highlights include a keynote address from Sydney Olympics bid supremo, Rod McGeoch AO (Deputy Chair; Sydney Cricket Ground and Sports Ground Trust and Venues NSW), who will explore how venues can best leverage major sporting events like the 2026 Victorian Commonwealth Games and Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.

The second keynote speaker is Commissioner Karen Webb (NSW Police Commissioner), who will share her journey to becoming the first woman to hold the position of Commissioner in NSW and discuss insights into relationships between the police force and venues, as well as common challenges.

The educational program at Congress will explore a variety of industry related topics. There is an incredible line up of speakers with 17 educational sessions focusing on a variety of industry-related topics that are beneficial to venue industry professionals and industry suppliers.

Educational highlights include;

Mental fitness and social connection
Ticketing strategies
Digital to Dollars - connecting with your fans
The Future with COVID
Promoters Panel
Regional Venues
Staff retention and engagement
Value through diversity and inclusion
Venue Accessibility
Women's World Cups Down Under
Cyber Security
Sustainability
Catering
Leadership

VMA Chief Executive Michael Brierley notes “with this year’s theme being to reconnect, revitalise and restart, the VMA is excited to once again bring together members, delegates, and the industry from the Asia-Pacific region to network, learn and celebrate. This year’s Congress event is unlike any other we have held in that it showcases our industry’s resilience and confidence in our future.”

For the full program of sessions, speakers and events visit the 2022 Congress website

3rd March 2022 - VMA launches 29th Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress

14th February 2022 - VMA opens nominations for 2022 venue industry awards and announces After Five networking program

20th January 2022 - VMA announces five-year strategic plan

18th November 2021 - VMA announces new Chair for its Venue Management School

4th November 2021 - VMA set to stage Melbourne leg of its 2021 Congress

2nd September 2021 - Lockdowns force VMA to cancel 2021 Venue Management School

29th July 2021 - Enrolments open for VMA’s 2021 Venue Management School

8th July 2021 - VMA says Australia getting vaccinated is the key to live entertainment industry’s road to recovery

13th May 2021 - VMA welcomes New Board Members

18th March 2021 - VMA announces hybrid 2021 Asia Pacific Venue Industry Congress program

16th March 2021 - VMA announces Ungerboeck as new Association Partner

11th March 2021 - VMA announces dates for 2021 Venue Management School

13th August 2020 - VMA Board elects MCEC’s Leighton Wood as new President

25th May 2020 - VMA Digital Series looks at the effects of COVID-19 on the entertainment industry

23rd April 2020 - VMA opens application for new Diploma of Venue Management

31st March 2020 - VMA supports members with suspension of membership dues

19th March 2020 - VMA invites nominations for 2020 Venue Industry Awards

17th March 2020 - VMA cancels 2020 Venue Industry Congress

4th March 2019 - 2019 VMA Industry Awards to celebrate the unsung heroes of the venue industry

20th December 2018 - VMA launches new Group Membership packages

24th May 2018 - VMA recognises professional excellence at 2018 industry awards

23rd February 2018 - VMA opens nominations for 2018 Venue Professionals Awards

24th May 2017 - VMA recognises professional excellence at 2017 industry awards

19th May 2017 - VMA to welcome new board members

1st September 2015 - VMA presents After Five Functions across Australia

28th April 2014 - VMA opens enrolments for 2014 Venue Management School

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