Seafood Directions Conference to be held for the first time since 2019
For the first time since 2019, the national seafood industry will converge in Queensland for the industry’s premier ideas, innovation and networking event, the Seafood Directions conference.
Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), the national peak body representing Australia’s commercial seafood industry, will host the biennial national conference from 13 to 15 September at the Sofitel Brisbane. The conference provides an exciting platform for national and international speakers to share their expertise around the theme: One Voice, One Future.
“The seafood landscape both domestically and internationally has changed considerably since the conference was last held in 2019,” SIA CEO Veronica Papacosta says.
“As an industry we are excited to come together at this year’s conference for what will be a thought-provoking and enjoyable few days. We’ll tackle industry issues, from water to plate – bringing together leaders, innovators and disruptors from all sectors of the seafood industry.
“This year’s conference theme reinforces the unity of our industry and the ties that bind our sub-sectors together. As we look towards a new chapter of growth for the industry it was important our theme captured this.”
The conference program will feature more than 45 informative sessions highlighting essential issues, seafood trends, innovation and technology, all approached with a focus on togetherness and harmonisation. It will end with the industry’s night of nights, the National Seafood Industry Awards Gala dinner.
“Five carefully considered topics of: innovation and technology, the global consumer, resource security, wellness – from water to plate, and energy and renewables, will be discussed during the conference, and managed by conference MC Paul West,” Veronica says.
Paul is a passionate advocate of real food, community, regional living and sustainable agriculture, including commercial seafood production. He is a chef and TV presenter, best known as the host of four series of River Cottage Australia and his appearances on the ABC’s Catalyst.
“The conference is shaping up to feature an exciting and diverse line-up of speakers who will present innovative, challenging and forward-thinking ideas around long-term improvements for the seafood industry,” Veronica says.
“As we look towards our exciting future it’s important for our industry to be together in a face-to-face setting to discuss the topical issues we are facing as one, including international trade and market access, climate change and the move towards net zero emissions, the United Nations Ocean Decade, along with ongoing important topics including social licence, consumer engagement and marketing, safety and mental health. All approached with a focus on togetherness and harmonisation.”
Secure your early bird ticket to the Seafood Directions conference 2022 by Friday 24 June at www.seafooddirections.com.au
To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact SIA Business and Events Manager Rosie Love on 0403 615 038, email rosie@seafoodindustryaustralia.com.au f
Emerging leaders
Is there an emerging leader in your sector who should come to Seafood Directions?
SIA is pleased to offer a special conference rate to encourage emerging industry leaders to attend and participate in Seafood Directions 2022. Emerging leaders can come from any area of the seafood industry – from water to plate.
An emerging leader is someone who:
- is passionate about the seafood industry and their role;
- wants to hear from industry leaders;
- wants to grow their network;
- is future-focused; and
- has not attended Seafood Directions before.
Do you know someone who would qualify to attend the conference as an emerging leader? Email kylie@cornerstoneevents.com.au with details of your nominee and what makes them an emerging leader.
