Wednesday 26 August 2009
Aquatics & Recreation Victoria'a (ARV) two-day Industry Conference, titled ‘Rising to the Challenge’ starts Thursday at the new Melbourne Convention and Exhbition Centre.
Day One speakers feature economic and social commentator Dr Keith Suter, and CommSec's Craig James, who will be speaking on the current and future economic climate, leading into further discussion throughout the day on the implications this may have on the leisure industry.
Friday’s guest speakers are highligted by well-known and entertaining futurist Richard Neville, along with Gilbert Rochecouste, Managing Director of Village Well, who will address the 'art of building resilient and vibrant communities, community hubs and destinations'.

Key industry personnel will also hear from other high profile speakers that will provide thought provoking discussion on how this significant and important industry can provide leadership in these uncertain times and ‘Rise to the Challenge’.



