Confirmed: TikTok to take centre stage at Maximum Occupancy Australia
Conference also confirms leading industry voices: Merivale, Google, Tourism Australia, Lylo, Trip.com and 40 more...
One of Australia’s foremost hotel and accommodation industry conferences, Maximum Occupancy Australia, is set to deliver an unparalleled experience with a lineup of over 60 leading experts and speakers. Taking place at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney on July 22 to 23, this year’s event promises to be a beacon of innovation and insight, particularly with the debut appearance of TikTok.
Adrian Caruso of Fastrack Digital, the event organiser, expressed his excitement: “We are thrilled to have TikTok, one of the leading social media platforms, make their inaugural debut at an Australian hotel and accommodation industry conference.
Joining them is Merivale, Australia’s leading food and beverage and hospitality venue operator, alongside some of the newest accommodation brands like Lylo, StandardX, and Shores Motel Group. Delegates will have the unique opportunity to learn from a diverse cross-section of the industry and discover the latest trends to maximise occupancy.”
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The line-up of speakers confirmed include:
- TikTok: Declan Malone- Client Partner ● Merivale: Sam Egerton- General Manager- New Projects
- AccorPlus: Renae Trimble- CEO
- Tourism Australia: Bede Fennell- Executive General Manager, Corporate Affairs, Government and Industry
- Trip.com: Kevin Lu- Head of Oceania
- Salter Brothers Hospitality: Wesley Milsom- Portfolio Manager- Hotels
- Lylo: Tim Alpe- Managing Director
- Business Events Sydney: Renee Wilson- Strategic Partnerships Manager
- Google: Liz Freeman- Industry Manager Travel
- ChoiceHotels Asia-Pac: Kari Hunter- Senior Director of Commercial & Revenue Management
- BIG4Holiday Parks: Sean Jenner- CEO
- OvoloHotels: Dave Baswal- CEO
- STR:Paul Hammod-Business Development Manager, Pacific
- Trilogy Hotels: Shaizeen Contractor- Chief Commercial Officer
- Alloggio: Will Creedon- Founder & CEO
- Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia: Matt Cameron-Smith- CEO
Adrian Caruso added, “The speaker lineup features the most diverse array of accommodation types of any industry conference in the APAC region. From hotels and holiday parks to hostels and independent accommodations, attendees will gain valuable insights and practical takeaways.”
The conference will also host a trade show with Australia’s top industry suppliers, providing an intimate setting for delegates to network and build valuable connections. With over 400 attendees expected, this is a prime opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals and elevate your business.
For more information, visit Maximum Occupancy or contact Adrian Caruso at [email protected].
Event Details:
- Where: The Fullerton Hotel, Sydney, Australia
- When: July 22 to 23, 2024
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