Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Special Sessions at DEMA Show Provide Strategies for Business Success for the Coming Year and Beyond

Free Espresso & Special Sessions are Open to ALL Attendees

Professionals wishing to make the most of their DEMA Show 2013 experience are invited to attend DEMA Show’s Espresso Education and Special Sessions. Each day begins with a motivating and informative session designed to provide you with valuable, up-to-date information that can help you be successful in your business. These FREE sessions are open to ALL ATTENDEES and are held at times when Exhibitors can also attend at no charge. Session topics include:

NEW in 2013! By Request, DEMA Brings Back the “Keynote” Session!: The Challenge of Change: Finding Opportunity in Adversity
Thursday, November 7, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. in room S310EF | Speaker: Warren Macdonald, President, Warren Macdonald Unlimited
We've all heard it a million times; “change is constant,” “the only certainty in life is change,” “change or perish.” We all know it, but Warren is someone who has actually dealt successfully with incredible change. His “Challenge of Change” presentation reminds you why we all love this industry, and helps us realize that challenges brought on by change hold endless opportunities for innovation and personal and professional growth. That it is possible to not just survive, but to thrive despite adversity. (Complimentary coffee will be available).

Special Session: Lionfish Update and Collection and Handling Workshop
Thursday, November 7, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.| Speakers: Lad Akins REEF Director of Special Projects, and Peter Hughes Founder, DivEncounters
This workshop will include the latest updates on the invasive lionfish issue including research findings and removal successes. In addition, there will be a hands-on demonstration on removal tools and techniques being used around the region and how the dive industry can take part in ongoing removal efforts to minimize lionfish impacts. Examples of local and regional successes and challenges will be discussed. The workshop will be interactive with questions from participants encouraged.

DEMA Member Update and Annual Meeting

Friday, November 8, 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. | Speaker: Tom Ingram, Executive Director, DEMA

Network with fellow industry leaders and DEMA Members and get an update on DEMA's projects and programs to help the dive industry succeed. Don't miss this information-filled morning, including complimentary coffee and pastries.

Espresso Education Session: How to Ban the Sale of Shark Fins in Your Area
Saturday, November 9, 8:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. | Speaker: Bob Harris, DEMA Legislative Consultant, Messer Caparello Law Firm
This session will outline how to introduce legislation in your state or community that would make the sale of shark fins illegal. Join Bob Harris, DEMA Legislative Consultant, for this informative session on how you can help DEMA and the diving industry put an end to this thoughtless practice once and for all.

Special Session: Moving Toward 2020: Developing a Strategic Vision for the Recreational Diving Industry
Saturday, November 9, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Moderator: Tom Ingram, DEMA Executive Director
Join DEMA for this brainstorming session on the direction of the Diving Industry over the next few years. DEMA has already implemented many of the ideas generated in similar brainstorming sessions throughout 2011 and 2012, including:
  • Access to workers compensation and health insurance for DEMA Members, including business owners and their employees.
  • Increased use of social media with the diving community.
  • Implementation of programs to reach a younger audience and bring them into diving.
  • Creation and promotion of programs which encourage “local diving.”
All of these ideas came directly from previous 2020 Vision Sessions and members of the Industry just like YOU! As DEMA moves toward a specific strategic direction in 2014 we need your input! We hope you’ll join us to help generate ideas that help you take control of your business.

Additional details on DEMA’s Espresso Education and Special Sessions are available on the DEMA Show website.

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