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ACA National Conference 2025
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We're working hard at developing an inspiring program for this event. A detailed program will be released closer to the event date however we're thrilled to announce the following presenters will be joining us in Geelong, this 10 - 11 September.
Presenter Expressions of Interest are currently OPEN. If you have a presentation you feel would be appropriate to the camps and led outdoor provider sector we welcome your application to present (Express interest here).
About Beau: Beau is a YouTuber, outdoor type, maker of things, lover of licorice, and a general do-er of weird and wonderful things. Ultimately, he’s curious. And, he satisfies his curiosity by undertaking both immense adventures and ones closer to home. He released his oddball book, ‘The Backyard Adventurer’ which is one man’s unique take on the world, how to go about life, and redefines and challenges what it means to go adventuring.
About Jodi: With a diverse background in Science (BSc in Zoology and Marine Biology; Honours in Conservation Genetics) and experience in Wedding Planning, running a school camp once seemed an unlikely proposition for Jodi. Over the past nine years, she has learnt what it takes to operate and grow a successful camp, adapting and innovating to create a truly unique offering within the industry. Now, with tenacity, drive, and ambition, Jodi is setting her sights on her most ambitious challenge yet: building a $100M adventure park.
Cheryl HamblyAbout Cheryl: With more than 25 years of experience in the resilience and adult education industry, Cheryl has dedicated herself to ensuring a wide range of organisations have become more ready to respond to emergencies, critical incidents and business disruptions. Adopting a pragmatic consulting approach, Cheryl leads the management and implementation of emergency management, adult education (including eLearning), critical incident management, business continuity and crisis management programs across multiple industries, including education, health care, aged care, professional services, public spaces, government, and manufacturing.
The Australian Camps Association (ACA) is conducting an inaugural Census and Economic Impact Assessment for, and on behalf of, the Camps Industry across Australia. This initiative is being implemented to give timely and accurate information on the size, scope and importance of the industry and to ensure ACA continues to deliver the highest possible level of support to members and stakeholders...