Day 2 – Insights & Inspiration

Thursday 22nd will feature a series of key insights and inspiration from industry leaders through talks and panel discussions, as we gather once again in person to reflect on recent challenges as well as opportunities for the future. 

THE SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY WILL APPEAR HERE SHORTLY:

• 10.00am | Welcomes
  Brendan Kenny (CEO, IAAT)
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• 10:20am | PANEL DISCUSSION
  Moderated by Pól O’Conghaile (Travel Editor, Irish Independent)
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• 11:10am | IAAT UPDATE PART 1
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  11.20am | Tea & coffee networking break
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• 11.40am | PANEL DISCUSSION
  Moderated by Pól O’Conghaile (Travel Editor, Irish Independent)
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• 12:20pm | PANEL DISCUSSION
  Moderated by Pól O’Conghaile (Travel Editor, Irish Independent)
  
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• LUNCH (included)
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• 2.00pm | PANEL DISCUSSION
  Moderated by Pól O’Conghaile (Travel Editor, Irish Independent)
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• 2.50pm | KEYNOTE
  Presentation followed by chat with Pól O’Conghaile and audience Q&A
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• 3.40pm | IAAT UPDATE PT 2
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• 3.50pm | CLOSING with Shane Young (Chair, IAAT / Director, Killary Adventure)
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• 4.00pm | NETWORKING – Tea, Coffee & Refreshments

INFORMATION POINTS & CLINIC STANDS offering practical supports will also be available in the foyer for practical supports throughout the day.

*times subject to change

4 REASONS TO ATTEND

BE INFORMED by hearing from and meeting industry colleagues and leaders on the key issues facing our industry, and the future of adventure tourism
BE CONNECTED through networking and collaboration opportunities across both days
BE INSPIRED by an extraordinary keynote and other speakers
BE EXHILIRATED by enjoying the local adventure activities on offer (Wed)

ABOUT IAAT

Ireland’s Association for Adventure Tourism (IAAT) is the representative body for adventure activity providers, with over 200 members across the island of Ireland. The association was set up in 2018 to develop this exciting and growing sector in a responsible and sustainable manner. Members include adventure centres, tour operators, and businesses providing archery, hiking, biking, surfing, kayaking, horse-riding, fishing, sailing, whale watching, zip-wiring and many more.

Benefits of IAAT membership includes representation & lobbying, being part of a community of industry peers, free or discounted access to training workshops and events, insurance support including access of application to the member group scheme, and discounted access to equipment.

The adventure activity sector brings in over €1bn / £870m in annual tourism revenue to Ireland.

CONFERENCE THEME
The Conference theme is ‘Adventure Island’, reflecting our determination for Ireland to realise the potential of becoming a world leader in adventure tourism.