Meeting Place 2024 Unites 600 Industry Leaders on the Gold Coast for Networking, Business Growth, and Autism Treatment Insights

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October 14, 2024 10:22 AM |

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Meeting Place 2024 gathers 600 industry leaders on the Gold Coast for networking, business meetings, and insights into industry trends and autism treatment advancements.

ATEC has announced the launch of this year’s Meeting Place (MP24) program, set to take place on the Gold Coast from 28-30 October. Promising to be the biggest and most impactful yet, the event will bring together around 600 industry leaders, decision-makers, business development managers, and international travel buyers for three days of networking, business meetings, and industry insights.

Supported by Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) and Experience Gold Coast (EGC), Meeting Place is a premier event for Australia’s tourism exporters, facilitating thousands of business meetings and fostering connections with global travel buyers.

Key highlights of the MP24 program include:

• Keynote Address – Curtis McGrath
  Four-time Paralympic Gold Medalist Curtis McGrath will share his inspiring journey from Afghanistan to sporting triumph, delivering a powerful message on overcoming challenges and achieving success.
• The Future of Global Travel – Simon Kuestenmacher
  Simon Kuestenmacher, co-founder of The Demographics Group, will explore data-driven insights into the future of global travel, highlighting trends shaping the industry.
• Tourism Sustainability Pledge – Sara Dolnicar
  Tourism researcher Sara Dolnicar, known for her expertise in sustainable tourism and market segmentation, will emphasize sustainability and data-driven decision-making within the tourism sector.
• GenAI – Christian Watts
  Christian Watts will lead a session on the transformative impact of Generative AI in tourism, showcasing real-world examples of how AI is revolutionizing the industry.

This year’s Meeting Place is a must-attend for those in the export tourism industry, offering unparalleled opportunities for business growth, future insights, and networking with key industry figures. Attendees will also enjoy a full B2B program, social events, and the exciting Gala Finale, which will showcase 12 remarkable Gold Coast venues.