Registration for DEMA Show 2012 in Las Vegas, NV is now officially open and attendees will find they have a number of special events, educational sessions and Show features from which to choose. Saturday has historically been a favorable day for Show Attendees as it offers a number of great seminars and allows for usage of the exclusive Saturday-Only Immersion Pass. This year, a number of the educational sessions and industry seminars held on Saturday, November 17th, 2012, will allow attendees the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future of the industry.
Starting off the Show’s Saturday morning will be an Espresso Education Session discussing the Lionfish invasion which has been detrimental to the diving industry and local marine life in the Caribbean. “Lionfish Invasion Update 2012,” will cover the status of the lionfish invasion, updates on recent research, success of control efforts and how divers can make a positive impact. Significant time will be allocated for questions and answers including discussions on feeding of lionfish to other marine predators and organizing removal events to control local lionfish populations. This session, presented by Lad Akins, Director of Special Projects, Reef Environmental Education Foundation, is a MUST for those interested in understanding more about this invasion and learning how to a part of the solution. Additional information on this seminar can be found on the Show website.
Also held on Saturday the 17th, will be another session of the strategic planning series, “2020: Vision for the Diving Industry.” In 2011 DEMA asked what was needed to grow the Diving Industry and now is the opportunity to brainstorm HOW to achieve that growth. DEMA Executive Director, Tom Ingram, will lead the discussion as DEMA seeks continuing input on the direction of the diving industry. According to Ingram, “These sessions have contributed to DEMA’s strategic planning, and have even provided guidance on benefits provided by DEMA to its members. In addition, feedback from these sessions has influenced the direction of DEMA’s Water, Sports and Travel Festival staging in April of 2013. The 2020 Vision Session at DEMA Show is an opportunity to network and contribute to DEMA’s planning and execution of member programs.” All professional members of the diving industry are welcome and should come prepared to brainstorm, prioritize their ideas and help provide a new direction for the industry and for DEMA. Registration is required and additional information on this 2020 Vision Session can be found on the registration page.
Also held on Saturday the 17th, will be another session of the strategic planning series, “2020: Vision for the Diving Industry.” In 2011 DEMA asked what was needed to grow the Diving Industry and now is the opportunity to brainstorm HOW to achieve that growth. DEMA Executive Director, Tom Ingram, will lead the discussion as DEMA seeks continuing input on the direction of the diving industry. According to Ingram, “These sessions have contributed to DEMA’s strategic planning, and have even provided guidance on benefits provided by DEMA to its members. In addition, feedback from these sessions has influenced the direction of DEMA’s Water, Sports and Travel Festival staging in April of 2013. The 2020 Vision Session at DEMA Show is an opportunity to network and contribute to DEMA’s planning and execution of member programs.” All professional members of the diving industry are welcome and should come prepared to brainstorm, prioritize their ideas and help provide a new direction for the industry and for DEMA. Registration is required and additional information on this 2020 Vision Session can be found on the registration page.
There are many options to attend sessions like these two, including the Saturday-Only Immersion Pass for those unable to attend DEMA Show earlier in the week. This pass includes: Exhibits, Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars, IRC Seminars and Espresso Education Sessions on SATURDAY ONLY. 2012 DEMA Members purchase this pass during the discounted registration period for only $20! Complete details on the Saturday-Only Immersion Pass can be found on the DEMA Show 2012 website.
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