FESPA Australia Annual Conference receives record attendance and explores key issues in the industry
The FESPA Australia Annual Conference 2024 concluded with resounding success to the record number of attendees who met under this year's powerful theme: Transform, Inspire, Lead.
Now in its third year, the conference has become a key event in both the print and signage industries and was created to offer thought leadership and networking opportunities.
Keynote speaker Gus Balbontin is a futurist whose presentation focussed on encouraging innovation and driving change. Later, several panellists referred to Gus's simple examples which set the tone for a day filled with strategic insights.
Delegates enjoyed and participated in panel discussions on various topics led by industry experts. These discussions covered topics such as succession planning, adapting selling strategies to changing buyer behaviour, and the growing importance of mandatory climate reporting. Previous FESPA Future leaders played a role in many panels, and in an interactive session, participants brainstormed how to attract new talent which was introduced by the FESPA future leader's group.
Dr. Toby Ford concluded the day by sharing practical and actionable strategies for managing stress and achieving work-life integration.
Nigel Davies, the President of FESPA Australia, reflected on the conference's achievements, saying, "Months of preparation went into choosing topics, content, speakers and working with panellists. We are proud to have delivered an interactive and vibrant conference that explored the issues within our industry today. I am certain everyone who attended received valuable insight on how to improve their business and personal life - I certainly did."
FESPA Australia expresses its sincere gratitude to all sponsors for helping create an exceptional experience that will resonate with the industry for years to come. Diamond sponsor Orafol, Gold sponsors Durst Oceania and Visual Connections, Silver sponsors Cactus Imaging, IVE Group and Hexis and Bronze sponsors, Pozitive, Ball & Doggett, HVG Graphics Media, Kissel & Wolf and Mimaki.
FESPA Australia is the leading industry body for the print and visual communications sector in Australia. We are dedicated to supporting our members through advocacy, education, and networking opportunities, fostering a thriving and innovative industry.
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