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2020 Visitor Economy Forum

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The 2020 Visitor Economy Forum will be the first opportunity for our industry to come together since the bushfire disaster. VTIC has been working closely with Tourism Australia and Visit Victoria to develop a tailored program to share key recovery priorities and activities they are undertaking collectively to support the industry.

Recognising the significant impacts felt by operators across the state over this period, and with the generous support from our friends at Crown Melbourne, this year we are offering registration to the Visitor Economy Forum FREE OF CHARGE. Crown Melbourne have played a significant role through the bushfire recovery and this continued support shows their commitment to regional communities affected by the fires and the industry as a whole.

Our MC Gorgi Coghlan will lead us through a full program of targeted workshops and keynote speakers including:

  • The Hon. Martin Pakula MP, Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events
  • Phillipa Harrison, Managing Director, Tourism Australia
  • Brendan McClements, CEO, Visit Victoria
  • Erin Boutros and Eleanor Baillieu, Co-Founders, Empty Esky
  • Crisis management; insights and impacts with Terry Robinson, CEO at Destination Gippsland, Sarah Pilgrim, Acting CEO at Tourism North East, Lisa Patroni, Executive Director Marketing, Communications and Partnerships at Parks Victoria and Erin Boutros, Co-Founder of Empty Esky.

Our MC Gorgi Coghlan will lead us through a full program of targeted workshops and keynote speakers including:

  • The Hon. Martin Pakula MP, Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events
  • Phillipa Harrison, Managing Director, Tourism Australia
  • Brendan McClements, CEO, Visit Victoria

Workshops to include:

  • WORKSHOP A: Influencing consumer connections through PR & social media (1.50pm & repeated at 3pm)
  • WORKSHOP B: Engaging with Tourism Australia and managing recovery marketing (1.50pm & repeated at 3pm)
  • WORKSHOP C.1: International Market Update: The next wave – South and South East Asia (1.50pm only)
  • WORKSHOP C.2: International Market Update: The growth of the Americas (3pm only)
  • WORKSHOP D: Visit Victoria marketing response and future initiatives (1.50pm & repeated at 3pm)

At a crucial time for the industry, the Visitor Economy Forum is an event not to be missed.

**Please note, maximum of four registrations per organisation. 

FAQ's

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Crown is accessible by public transport, please click here for more information. Crown also has two carparks available: the multi-level car park has a daily maximum of $17 and the basement car park has a daily maximum of $45. More information and the location of these car parks can be found here.

What's the cancellation policy?

1. As this is a free event, you may cancel your ticket up to 72 hours before the date and time of the event. Cancellations after this time and any no-shows on the day will be charged the original ticket price of $125 per person. Invoices will be sent to the individual after the event has been held. 
2. You may substitute another participant at any time prior to the event's commencement, should the nominated person be unable to attend. Notification of this change to the VTIC team is required.
3. VTIC reserves the right to cancel or postpone the event to an alternative date. VTIC will not otherwise be liable for any loss, damage or expense arising from the cancellation or postponing of the event.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, you do not have to bring a printed ticket.

Can I update my registration information?

Yes, you can update or change your registration information on Humanitix. 

Is my registration transferable?

Yes, you can transfer your ticket to a colleague by updating your registration information on Humanitix.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please call the VTIC team on 03 8662 5425 or email info@vtic.com.au with any questions.


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Refund policy

As this is a free event, you may cancel your ticket up to 72 hours before the date and time of the event. Cancellations after this time and any no-shows on the day will be charged the original ticket price of $125 per person. Invoices will be sent to the individual after the event has been held.