WITH Jill Abel, CEO – With only four weeks to go until
the 21st ACA conference begins
in Mooloolaba, it is time to get
those registrations in if you haven’t
already done so.
Themed “Together Towards
Tomorrow,” the event will be held
from 06-08 September with local
Channel 9 news presenter, Andrew
Lofthouse, as emcee.
A stellar line-up of speakers will
take the stage including US-based
Bruce Krumrine, vp of shore
excursions for Princess Cruises,
Holland America Lines, Seabourn
and P&O; Steve Odell, senior vp
and md Asia Pacific for Norwegian
Cruise Line; Matt Grimes from
Viking Cruises; Sarina Bratton,
chair, Asia Pacific for Ponant
Yacht Cruises and Expeditions,
and Tammy Marshall, founder of
innovation & change management
consultancy, The Bhive.
Each year, our Association also
pays tribute to a philanthropic
organisation operating in the
conference location. Our aim is to
generate awareness for entities
making a difference to our world
and our communities.
In 2017, we are delighted that
Anna Marsden, md of the Great
Barrier Reef Foundation, will speak
on their work which is dedicated to
raising awareness and funding for
scientific research essential to the
protection & restoration of the Reef.
Social activities include Paddock
to Plate experiences and visits to
Noosa, Australia Zoo and seakayaking.
The Gala Dinner will be
held at the famed Spirit House – all
of which will showcase the beautiful
destination.
Reservations can be made
via our website at www.
australiancruiseassociation.com.
