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A feature will be a dedicated Textile Production Workshop, where experts from multiple exhibitors will join together to demonstrate a complete teardrop banner workflow, with experts on hand
to discuss both the process involved, and the many and varied opportunities for businesses considering adding textile printing to their repertoire. Hexis will also be running wrap demonstrations on the Saturday, giving visitors ‘hands-on’ experience of how decorative surfaces can create high-value products across
many categories.
Industry associations will also be heavily involved in the expo. Visual Connections, the leading association for suppliers in the print, graphics and signage industries, is organising the show, and Conference hosts ASGA and FESPA Australia will also have plenty of people on hand on the show floor.
CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE
The 2020 HP Awards for Excellence will be presented at a Gala Dinner that night, with awards to be presented in a range of categories that cover everything from wide-format print, to soft signage, illuminated and structural signs, wayfaring and directional signage, and traditional brushwork. There are also categories for businesses and individuals, making the night a true recognition
of excellence.
“The Awards have really established their place as the industry’s ‘night of nights’, and are always a wonderful opportunity to recognise and reward the achievements of our industry businesses and to come together and celebrate the vital and exciting role this sector plays in so many facets of life in this country,” says Punch.
A special ‘Recovery Breakfast’ has been scheduled for the following morning to ease guests gently into the weekend, which also provides another opportunity to visit the Visual Impact Expo.
The setting for the Conference, in one of Australia’s most iconic locations, is also expected to be a drawcard, providing an ideal chance for business owners to build in a ‘mini-break’ on the beautiful and exciting Gold Coast.
Those intending to attend the expo, Conference or Awards Dinner can use the same, simple online system via the Visual Impact registration panel at www.visualimpact.org.au to enter their details and select the registration option which best suits.
For more information, and to view the full conference brochure, go to www.visualimpact.org.au/ gold-coast-exhibition-2020.
PRESENTED BY ASGA AND FESPA AUSTRALIA
WEDNESDAY 29 APRIL
6pm Welcome cocktail party and registration
THURSDAY 30 APRIL
9am 10am 11am
12 noon 1pm
2pm
3–5pm 6.30-8.30pm
Breakfast and registration
Last Man Standing – Steve Bradbury
So, if leadership and culture is the answer, what’s the question? – Carl Harman, Culturalchemy
Lunch
Stress & Burnout – Doctor Toby Ford, Ford
Health Group
Signage: Compliance Requirements – Panel facilitated by Michael Punch, ASGA, including: Michael Blazek, Neon Signs Australia; Glenn Hain, G Hain & HS Kim Risk Consultants; Mick Harrold, Visual Exposure and Damian Nielsen, CV Signs & Media.
Afternoon Tea & Social Activities Cocktail Party
FRIDAY 1 MAY
8am 8.30am
9.30am
10.30am 11am
12.30pm 1–6pm 3–5pm 6.30pm – late
Breakfast and registration
Subcontracting out your work – know your risks and how to ensure you’re covered – Panel ses- sion facilitated by Mick Harrald, Visual Exposure, including: Shane Brady, Sign Manufacturers’ Insurance Brokers; Glenn Hain, G Hain & HS Kim Risk Consultants; Damian Nielsen, CV Signs & Media and Julie Rochester, Sign Concepts.
Digital Marketing – how to harness the power of new digital – Ben Hirons, Due North.
Morning Tea
Leadership in Sustainability – Case Study on
Printer Project – Thierry Pauwels
Lunch
Free time to explore Visual Impact Expo
Afternoon Tea & Social Activities
2020 HP Awards for Excellence Gala Dinner presented by ASGA and FESPA Australia
SATURDAY 2 MAY
9am Recovery Breakfast
10am Free time to explore Visual Impact Expo