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Alan Trotter, CEO of Conventions and Incentives New Zealand

Alan Trotter has been CEO of CINZ for over 20 years and during this time has seen the membership grow from 19 to 350 members . All major stakeholders in the New Zealand Convention industry are members and CINZ has been the peak body voice for the industry on some important issues such as taxes on conventions held in NZ the need for an international fit or for purpose dedicated convention centre and other vital issues . After CINZ’s interventions several years ago the tax on conventions held in NZ was removed and the government announced recently that there will be a law change put to Parliament to allow Sky City to build an NZD$350 million convention facility adjacent to its current facilities scheduled to open in 2015 .

CINZ also coordinates New Zealand’s attendances at international trade shows around the world and also operates an Australian marketing office in Sydney which is the driving force in attracting Australian convention business into NZ . CINZ also owns and operates The Meetings Exhibition in NZ which has been judged to be the best C&I tradeshow in Australasia by readers of a prominent Australian industry magazine . Alan is known for his outspoken and independent opinions and has been a vocal supporter of the PCO Association since inception and is a passionate believer in Trans Tasman cooperation between the Australian and New Zealand convention sectors and in particular the PCO component of the industry .

Anthony Wong, Group Managing Director, AOS, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA and President of the World PCO Alliance

Anthony Wong’s instinctive passion for outdoor life and nature led him to embark on a career in the tourism industry in 1973 while in high school. In 1976, he and a team of enthusiastic adventurers established Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel (AOS). With his partners’ interests shifting into other endeavours, Anthony was soon single handily building his own solo operation. Now 33 years later, Anthony’s leadership has made AOS the leading inbound tour operator for Eco tourism, Adventure, Experiential Learning and Special Interest and Incentive Tours in the country.

In 1990, Anthony established AOS Conventions & Events, a destination management company and a professional conference/congress organizer, meeting clients demand for M.I.C.E. activities in Malaysia.

He also developed the Executive Master class the world’s first integrated approach to the MICE industry in 2004 and this program has been conducted throughout South East Asia for the last 6 years. EMC is an intensive 60 hours training program that has proved a great success with many workshops and panel discussions.

In May 2009, Anthony formed the World Professional Conference Organizer Alliance (WPCO) with 6 professional conference organizers from Singapore, India, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and China and in June 2010, WPCO Alliance grown to 15 members and the new members come from Argentina, Denmark, France, Ireland, Portugal, South Africa, Thailand and United Arab Emirates.

Simon Pryor, President, Australian Society of Association Executives (AuSAE)

Simon Pryor FSAE is the President – and a Fellow - of the Australian Society of Association Executives (AuSAE) and Chief Executive Officer of the Mathematical Association of Victoria – the professional association for mathematics educators. He is also a director of Performing Arts Moreland, a not-for-profit company responsible for the celebrated Brunswick Music Festival and immediate past Chairman of Mountain Goat Beer Pty Ltd, a popular and successful boutique brewery founded by Cam Hines and Dave Bonighton.

Simon Pryor has experience as an evaluator, policy developer and commentator, strategic planner, curriculum developer, conference presenter, meetings and events organiser, as a business facilitator and trainer, and in economic research. He has also continually served as an executive officer of professional, education and industry associations for the past twentyfive years, including the Meetings Industry Association of Australia, Moreland Community Enterprise Centre, Employment and Economic Development Corporation, Engineering Education Australia, and the Victorian Association for Drama in Education. He has also had experience in the political arena, serving as Mayor and Councillor at the City of Brunswick. In addition, he also has previous experience as a journalist, teacher and actor.

Dr Leo Jago, Director, Tourism and Business Events International (B.E., B.Ec., M.Bus., PhD)

Dr Leo Jago is a Director of Tourism and Business Events International that specialises in the management and evaluation of business events. For the past 12 years, Leo has been a Professor in Tourism and Director of University Research Centres in Australia and the UK. He was also the Deputy CEO and Director of Research for Australia’s national Cooperative Research Centre for Sustainable Tourism (STCRC).

Even as Director of University Research Centres, his personal research interests were in the business events field where he was a chief investigator in the National Business Events Study that estimated the size and contribution of the business events sector to the Australian economy. He undertakes an annual benchmarking study for Australia’s Convention Bureaux and has developed software to monitor the ongoing performance of convention centres. He has undertaken audits and evaluations of business event performance in most states of Australia and is currently leading a 2 year study to identify the broader value of business events to the economy. His current work looks at the broader contribution that business events make to host destinations.

Leo has published over 100 articles and is co-editor of a new research journal entitled “International Journal of Event and Festival Management”.

Sarah Mitchell,  Content Marketing Consultant, Global Copywriting

Sarah Mitchell is a Content Marketing Consultant and the owner of Global Copywriting. Her speciality is helping businesses develop content marketing strategies designed to gain competitive advantage and generate leads. She is a regular contributor at the Content Marketing Institute and edits the Australian edition of Chief Content Officer magazine. Sarah’s public speaking engagements focus on the broad topics of content marketing and social media.

Based in Western Australia, Sarah brings international experience to her work. Her writing has been published in five countries. She has been resident on five and worked in corporate environments on six continents.

In addition to running herown business, Sarah’s credentials include:

• Australian Editor, Chief Content Officer magazine
• Director, Braemar Presbyterian Care
• Committee Member, Women in Technology, WA (WITWA)
• Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors
• Member of the Australian Computer Society

Sarah was born in the USA and became an Australian citizen in 2007.

Luke Mason, Communications Architect at Digital Exchange

Luke Mason is an expert in Product Design and Management in the Digital Communication industry. He has worked in Australia, Europe, Asia and the Middle East developing effective methods of conferencing and collaboration that most of us use in our daily businesses today.

Luke has 20 years of experience in the IT&T Industry with an engineering background and currently operates as a Senior Communications Architect for Digital Exchange developing digital communication strategies. Luke works with Government and Enterprise to integrate the latest Web, Video and Audio Conferencing technologies, and automated SMS, Fax, Email and Voice Messaging services.

Lynne Schinella, CEO, Ripe Learning

Lynne Schinella has a wide understanding of the business events industry with a history spanning 30 years.

She spent 10 years in airlines and 5 star hotels including Qantas, Continental, UTA French Airlines, Radisson Hotels and Hyatt Hotels and Resorts.

After a stint in Tahiti where she lay on the beach, learned to scuba dive and had a baby, she returned to Australia in 1989 to set up Schinella Incentives, a conference and incentive company who won awards for their work with clients such as Lion Nathan, Optus and Fuji Xerox.

Ten years later she moved from business events into the training arena and founded Ripe Learning which focuses on developing communications skills that create a fatter bottom line for her clients.

Today as a keynote speaker and trainer she work with businesses to create cultures rich with diversity and clear respectful conversations. Her current clients include Audi Australia, Toyota Australia, Bunnings, Sydney Water, Fortior Global, Jetset Travel World, Lend Lease and the Volkswagen Group.

Her first book, “Bite Me! and other do’s and don’ts of dealing with our differences” will be available in bookshops this Christmas.

Jane Fullerton-Smith, Sustainable Event Solutions

Jane has over twenty years experience in the entertainment business. She is an actress, film, theatre and event producer. Jane has created the on line measurement and reporting system SEMS (Sustainable Entertainment Management System) www.semssolution.comIt is an electronic tool to manage, measure, and report events sustainability. Her area of expertise falls squarely in the development of systems and processes to monitor measure and manage. SEMS is incubated in Australia but is now internationalized and is available across the world. Jane is also the director of Australia’s leading event, screen and music and touring sustainability consultancy, GreenShoot Pacific/ GSP now has consultants in LA, Scandinavia, the UK, Canada and across in Australia. Jane is Vice President of the not for profit web resource, the Sustainable Event Alliance, set up so as to support practitioners interested in sustainable event management. The SEA are working to develop a global certification for sustainable events. She also sits on the Mirror Committee for Standard Australia’s participation in the development of the ISO 20121 standard.

Jenifer Dwyer-Slee, Area Director of Sales - Business Events – ACCOR Hotels

Jenifer Dwyer Slee is Director of Sales – Business Events for Accor Australia. Interest in travel and people led her early in her career to the opportunities that hotel management provides.

For the past 15 months, her role has included overseeing the strategic direction of Accor’s Business Event hotels in Australia, including Sofitel, Pullman, MGallery, Grand Mercure, Novotel, Mercure, Ibis and All Seasons brands.

As well as Chairing Accor’s Business Event Advisory Board, Jenifer manages the Key National Business Event accounts, develops Best Practice and A|Club Meeting Planner, Accor’s key Business Events Loyalty Program.

With over 20 years experience in the Business Events industry that includes hotels, venues, conference and event management, Jenifer brings a wealth of practical experience to the role. Her specialty is helping hotels to develop sales and marketing strategies in conjunction with building strong platforms for teams to grow.

Scott Shearer, Director, Pario Solutions Group, Canberra

Scott Shearer is a senior partner with Pario Solutions Group (PSG) and an internationally recognised expert on risk management, security and organisational resilience.  Pario Solutions is a trusted advisor to a range of government and private sector agencies assisting them to identify and manage potential crisis situations through effective planning, response strategies and organisational governance.  Scott has held a range of senior appointments including as national security risk advisor to Qantas Airlines responsible for providing security advice across the entire operational network – including for major events such as the Beijing Olympics and Rugby World Cup in South Africa.

Scott’s specific areas of focus and interest include business continuity and crisis/disaster management, organisational governance and controls, business process reform, security risk management and critical infrastructure and event assessment and planning.  Prior to Joining Pario Solutions, Scott held senior appointments with the Australian Crime Commission and Australian Department of Defence.

Jennifer Milward, Member Services Manager

Jennifer has over 20 years experience in the meetings and events sector, having managed more than 150 events including business events, community events, and special events. Jennifer was one of the first conference managers in Australia to be accredited by the Meetings Industry Association of Australia.

Jennifer’s qualifications include a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) from the University of Southern Queensland; Certificate IV in Training & Assessment; Diploma of Tourism (Operations), and an Advanced Diploma in Event Management.

Jennifer also has extensive Association Management experience, having held the position of Branch Executive Officer for the Queensland & Northern Territory Branches of Meetings & Events Australia for 9 years prior to joining the PCO Association.

Dr Errol Amerasekera, Director, True North Learning

Dr Errol Amerasekera B.Sc, B.App.Sci (Chiro), MACFOC, is a Business Consultant, Trainer, Senior Facilitator and Director at True North Learning. He has worked with organisations, schools, NGO's, as well as in international war zones such as Sri-Lanka. He applies his business management experience in Australia and overseas to assist organisations manage the complex and competing demands of building successful enterprises. He is passionate about creating a safer and more just world for all by mediating conflict, coaching ethical leadership, and facilitating transformation in individuals, communities and organisations.

Errol holds a Masters Degree in Conflict Facilitation and Organisational Change and is currently in the final phases of a Diploma in Process Oriented Psychology

He specialises in:

•    Team development, change and transformation

•    Facilitating leadership and vision creation

•    Conflict management and training

•    Diversity-based training and facilitation

Francis Child, Managing Director, Australian Professional Centre

Peter Clark – Aviation Commentator New Zealand

Peter Clark is one of Australasia’s leading aviation journalists and commentators.

Peter has witnessed first hand many of the milestones of the modern era of commercial aviation and has strong relationships with senior airlines executives globally. Peter spends at least two months a year attending aviation related events around the world and is regularly an invited guest by the International Air Transport Association and Star Alliance to conferences and symposiums around the world. Alongside this he is a regular visitor to the key Boeing and Airbus manufacturing facilities in the United States and Europe.

Peter is often sought out for comment on key aviation stories by television, radio, publishing and online news organisations in New Zealand and Australia. He is a regular contributor to influential aviation publications, both as a writer and photographer.

As an aviation commentator and writer, Peter is able to speak from a position of sound technical knowledge having flown more than 300 hours as a pilot in command of light civilian aircraft.

Melissa Clark-Reynolds, International Professional Speaker on business, entrepreneurship and technology.

Melissa Clark-Reynolds is widely recognised as an inspirational role model and entrepreneur.

In 1980, Melissa was the youngest woman to attend University in New Zealand. In her early 20’s, she went to the United States to attend Rutgers University in New Jersey, where she completed a combined Masters Degree in Health & Environmental Studies. She returned to New Zealand and became a sought after consultant in these fields.

Melissa established a health and safety and ACC consultancy which became New Zealand’s largest private accident compensation insurer – Fusion. Melissa was the general Manager of Fusion and in 2001 sold her interest to Southern Cross Healthcare.

Since selling her interest in Fusion, Melissa has invested in a range of businesses and specialises in tech company turnaround. She was CEO of INTAZ, a health and safety company which was sold in 2006. Following this Melissa has been Managing Director and CEO if PayGlobal Ltd until early 2007.

Melissa is a self-made highly successful entrepreneur and millionaire. Her story is extremely inspirational. Her business acumen, skills, knowledge and experience have made her a popular speaker in both New Zealand and Australia on a range of business subjects, including entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability.

Tony Adams, Professional Speaker and Business Consultant

A life time of challenges hasn't held Tony Adams back!  He's is an inspiring speaker and successful businessman whose strategies have taken him to the heights of the music industry, stockbroking, retailing and becoming a two times Guinness Book of Records holder! 

Crippled at birth, Tony Adams beat horrendous odds to win numerous New Zealand dance titles and become New Zealand’s first male tap dancing teacher. Even more amazing, in June 2009 he joined a select few who hold multiple Guinness World Records™ by tap dancing at 17.6 beats a second for 60 seconds to be recognised as the fastest tap dancer in the world!

Tony battled with dyslexia as a teenager and over came this to achieve qualifications in architecture and share-broking. He received his share broking licence just two weeks before the 1987 stock-market crash. Despite this timing he went on to become one of New Zealand’s leading retail stockbrokers and achieved such success that he was able to retire in his mid-40s.

Against a backdrop of falling CD sales and uncertainty in the future of the music industry he co-founded Sydney based Scorpio Music in 2005, the associate company of which now manages 12 international bands and artists including the hugely successful Evermore, Operator Please and The Hampdens.

Tony took his selling and customer psychology skills learned in stock market trading and applied them to the competitive world of retailing. Over a period of 4 years he opened 3 antique & collectibles shops in unfashionable suburban locations and achieved 500 customers per weekend in each shop. This was attained without a dollar being spent on advertising or promotions.

Over a lifetime of challenges, Tony has turned his life around by learning to overcome adversity in his business and personal life. He is passionate about sharing his five-step process for achieving powerful change – a process that can work for everyone whether in sales, management or on your own as a sole trader.

Tony Adams strongly believes that with the power of the mind we all have the ability to succeed in realising our dreams – whatever they may be.  He is an inspiring speaker with a powerful message and a definite WOW factor presentation!

Anne-Marie Quinn, Managing Director,  All Occasions Group

Barry Neame, Director, Consec

Barry Neame is a Director of Consec - Conference Management and has extensive project management event management experience spanning over twelve years in business.

He has a sound understanding of the logistical issues associated with planning and managing events as well as an understanding of international protocols and has been commended for his sound strategic and organisational planning skills.

Barry is a current board member of the Canberra Convention Bureau and has played a role in contributing to the focus group that advised on the redevelopment of the National Convention Centre.

Fred Lazzerini, Managing Director Asia-Pacific, Ungerboeck Software International

Fred is the Managing Director for Ungerboeck Software International in Asia-Pacific. He has extensive event industry experience spanning ten plus years, he has been fortunate to lead significant event management software implementations across Australasia, Asia, and most recently Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Prior to joining Ungerboeck Software, Fred was the IT Manager for the venue management branch of GL Events, a Europe-based company managing venues, organising conferences and exhibitions, and providing event services. Fred is currently engaged overseeing ‘cloud’ and onsite installations across Australia, China, India, New Zealand, and SE Asia for Ungerboeck Software International.

With his global experience to draw upon, Fred will highlight the capabilities of Ungerboeck Software delivering an end-to-end solution for PCOs.

Melissa Mac Court, Sales and Marketing Manager, iVvy Pty Ltd, Australia

Melissa Mac Court is iVvy’s Sales and Marketing Manager.
 
She has specialised in sales and marketing for over 30 years, with experience spanning industries such as tourism, sports, events, conventions, exhibitions, destination marketing, major events, convention and event venues and hotels, in Australia and internationally.

Melissa has contributed to the development of the business events industry in numerous ways over the years including responsibilities in senior executive team positions for major hotels, convention centres and destination marketing authorities.   She has also contributed through a number of Australian industry taskforces, committees, lectures and industry representation on government committees.  As well as judging the Australian Meetings and Events Association industry awards, and on behalf of her employers along with her teams, she has achieved recognition at national awards and achieved a finalist position in the Telstra Business Women’s awards in 2000.

She is a strong negotiator, facilitator and communicator, and assessments of her style and approach to her projects and teams over the years include “dynamic, passionate, and inspiring”.

Educated in Ireland, France and Australia including studies for a Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology, she also has a keen interest in E-commerce and Strategic Management, having chosen elective courses in these areas.  Her ongoing professional development has included presentation skills, leadership courses, new media and regular attendance at peak worldwide conferences for more than 15 years.  

Peter Buckley  Speaker, MC, Facilitator, Presentation Skills & Media Skills Mentor

A DJ during high school, followed by 24 years “on-air” in radio, including News Director at the number-1 rating FM104/MMM in Brisbane, Australia.

Peter uses his now 30 years of presentation, broadcast and communication experience in all facets of what he does as Keynote Speaker, MC, Presentation Skills & Media Skills Mentor, Voice Artist and On-Camera Presenter.

His clients range from university students through to the Australian Local Government Women’s Association, elite athletes like the Queensland Firebirds, business sectors, and the management team at Xstrata Mount Isa Mines.

Peter’s actively involved in house renovating, having built his first house himself in his early 20’s, is a fan and owner of Brahman cattle, thoroughly enjoys playing golf, as well as watching his favourite Brisbane Broncos and Queensland Firebirds in action.

Debbie Mayo-Smith

You may have seen her on TV, read one of her many media columns, or one of her 14 bestselling books. Perhaps you've heard her on the radio. When you meet Debbie you'll know why she is one of the most sought after business speakers in Australasia and called the 'Motivational Whirlwind' and 'Queen of Productivity'.

Debbie will inspire you. Motivate you. Entertain you. Make you laugh. But most importantly you will get practical ideas and how-to's to free up time and improve your business success. Easily, effectively, inexpensively.

Craig Wallace – Director/Senior Facilitator

Craig Wallace is an experienced Team and Event Facilitator, Trainer and Master of Ceremonies. He has an exceptional ability to lead, motivate and inspire just about anyone!
 
Craig has worked in corporate positions in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and the UK. With his international experience and formal Craig brings a wealth of practical and personal experience and study to his work with any team.

The ‘Experiential or Action Learning’ principle is a strong component of what Craig & his team deliver for their clients. The essential need for people to break away from their usual work situation & learn from experience and activities with their colleagues is a crucial element in creating teams that not only work, but work extraordinarily well.
 
Craig has a Bachelor of Business in Human Resource Management, Cert IV in Training and Assessment, is a TMS facilitator and an active member of industry organisations such as The Institute for Learning Professionals, The National Speakers Association of Australia and the International Association for Teamwork Facilitators.

Craig Rispin, Business Futurist and Innovation Expert

Craig Rispin is a Business Futurist and Innovation Expert. His expertise is in
emerging business, people and technology trends - and how companies can profit from them.

Craig has over 20 years experience working where the future has been created - with some of the most innovative companies in the world in the IT, consumer electronics, internet and broadcasting industries. In fact, Craig got his start much earlier than that - teaching adults about technology and trends from the age of 10! Craig has addressed audiences from 15 to 3,000 on 5 continents and has consulted with CEOs of leading companies worldwide.

Some of his clients include: Apple, Philips, IBM, GE, Canon, Coca-Cola, Mercedes-Benz, Symantec, and Disney. Now a keynote speaker and innovation consultant Craig Rispin shows his clients how to: Know First, Be First, and Profit First.

Marie-Claire Andrews

Marie-Claire is the CEO of New Zealand based SmartShow Ltd (creators of ShowGizmo) She and the team have been mobilising events around the world since early last year - making them one of the oldest mobile app companies in the events industry...!

Her passions are for business development, technology sales and capital raising - Marie-Claire was the establishment General Manager of Wellington's Angel investment network and her ‘girl geek’ status was confirmed through her appointment as chair of Unlimited Potential – New Zealand’s leading technology business network - in 2006, a position she held for two years. Prior to SmartShow, Marie-Claire was involved with Virtual Expos NZ, providing virtual events technology to event producers of career fairs and industry showcases. 

When she's not travelling to events in Bahrain, Dubai, Australia or the UK she's renovating a 60ft fishing trawler, on which she lives with her partner and cat.
 

Robyn Johnson AMM CEM, Business Development Consultant, Business Events Sydney

Robyn has more than 25 year’s experience in the business events industry.  Her career began working as an in-house conference organizer, then she went on to manage two large professional conference management companies in Sydney.  In 2006 she established Conexion Event Management which was one of  Australia’s leading conference and event management companies winning two “CIM Magazine Best Meeting and Conference” at the Australian Event Awards.

Ms Johnson has managed a wide range of events ranging in size from 100 to 3,500 delegates including large medical conventions, high profile government conferences, exclusive corporate meetings and many more national and international meetings.  In recognition of her ability and experience she received an Award for Excellence from Meetings and Events Australia.

Ms Johnson lectures regularly for Meetings and Events Australia on event management as well as a number of tertiary institutions in Australia and overseas.  She has recently joined Business Events Sydney as a consultant and has been working on a number of industry projects.

Ms Johnson is a member of the Council of the Professional Conference Organisers Association of Australia.  She is an Accredited Meetings Manager with Meetings and Events Australia and a Certified Event Manager with the Professional Conference Organiser’s Association of Australia.

Mike Rudd

Mike has more than 16 years experience of New Zealand and UK tax and, before joining Staples Rodway, worked for 7 years as a tax advisor in a “big four” firm in Auckland.

He started his career in the Inland Revenue Department, before moving into a “big four” firm. He spent 5 years working in the UK including as the European Tax Director for a large technology group where he had first-hand experience as the purchaser of tax services, and planning and implementing the multi-national structuring of corporate entities and intellectual property.

Mike is an experienced tax advisor who works with clients across the technology, finance, manufacturing and property sectors, with a focus on business structuring, including international structuring and planning. This includes the treatment of intellectual property, intangibles and the use of limited partnerships and other look-through vehicles.

Mike has provided expert comment in external publications and has presented numerous times on tax related topics in a variety of forums, including NZICA events, and client and staff seminars. He is passionate about communicating complex tax issues clearly and simply and ensuring that clients understand their options.

Byron Wooden – eventsPro to Certain SaaS

Byron is Certain Software’s Asia Pacific (APAC) Region Business Development Manager.

With extensive product and industry knowledge Byron brings over 3 years experience selling eventsPro “event management software” to Professional Conference Organisers, Travel & Incentive Groups, Associations, and Continuing Education Institutions. He is committed to working with existing and new eventsPro clients to introduce them to Certain’s Software as a Service platform and how Certain can add “Business Value” to their bottom line. Experience with both eventsPro and Certain SaaS gives him an advantage to talk both languages - legacy and future. 

Prior to joining Certain, Byron held numerous leadership positions within the hospitality, travel, health and events industries. In 2002 he spent two years working on the Caribbean in Cruise Ship Management roles. Working as a Sales Director for the exclusive Al Corniche Club in Kuwait Byron has brought a wealth of international experience to Certain Software.

Deanne Wooden, Nutrition Manager, Heart Foundation (Queensland)

Deanne is a passionate public health nutritionist and dietitian with 12 years’ experience working in a range of countries across different settings.  She has worked in clinical positions in hospitals in Queensland and the United Kingdom; and in health promotion and prevention in the education sector and public health sector in Queensland.  Prior to beginning at the Heart Foundation in 2008, a highlight of Deanne’s career was managing the dietitian team in a food and nutrition company in Kuwait.

The focus of Deanne’s work with the Heart Foundation is to improve the nutritional profile of the food supply, making healthy choices the easier choice for all Australians.

Eugéne De Villiers

Eugene is Regional Director, Asia Pacific for Why Not, a company that develops and implements strategic direction for companies in the hospitality industry.

He has been involved in numerous businesses in this industry over the past 25 years and enjoys a game of golf and a good red anytime.Jason Holmes

Jason Holmes began his insurance career with an international broker back in 1995, and over the last 16 years he has looked after both commercial and corporate clients along all product lines.  As business owner and director at H2 Insurance Solutions, Jason also specialises in insurance for conferences and exhibitions, as well as for the entertainment industry.

He prides himself on understanding the unique needs of his clients, in order to ensure their specifications are met and expectations are exceeded.  Jason is a family man who works hard, plays hard, and is always ready to rock.

Anne-Marie Quinn, Managing Director, All Occasions Group.

Anne-Marie is the Managing Director of All Occasions Group and has developed the company since its inception in 1998. She has built the organisation over the past 11+ years to a staff of 16 and has attracted a very impressive range of major national and international clients. All Occasions Group is a true South Australian success story, offering award winning conference, event and travel management services Andrea Bidois, National Programme Manager Food Industry