New Zealand Gaming Expo 2008 Conference Speakers Confirmed
AUCKLAND, Oct. 16/ Medianet International-AsiaNet/ --
The organisers of the New Zealand Gaming Expo are proud to confirm Sir Richard Hadlee, Mr Rod McGeoch and Mr Allan Pease
as presenters during the trade show’s conference program at the SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre March 4-5, 2008.
``Each of these speakers are leaders in their respective fields, and we are delighted that they have agreed to share
their experiences and opinions with delegates,’’ said Mr Ross Ferrar, Executive Officer of the event’s organiser, the
Australasian Gaming Machine Manufacturers Association (“AGMMA”).
``The Conference will no doubt provide invaluable and important perspectives from these influential and successful
individuals,’’ he said.
Sir Richard Hadlee is a legendary former New Zealand cricketer who played club cricket for Canterbury Cricket Club,
Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club and Tasmania. He is regarded as one of the best fast bowlers of all time, and was
knighted in 1990 for services to cricket. Hadlee is currently the chairman of the New Zealand board of selectors.
Mr Rod McGeoch AM has a remarkable career at the forefront of business, sports administration and the legal profession.
He is perhaps best known as the leader of Sydney's successful Olympics 2000 bid, and is currently Chairman or Director
of a wide range of major corporations including SKYCITY Entertainment Group Limited, a diversified gaming and
entertainment company with operations in New Zealand and Australia.
Mr Allan and Mrs Barbara Pease are one of Australia's most successful publishing teams. Their inspirational products
boost personal and organizational growth around the globe. Together they have published 14 best selling books sold in
over 100 countries, videos, audio programs and TV shows. Pease is also known as an expert on body language and personal
image, as well as developing a range of sales and communication systems.
Mr Ferrar added that all three speakers are accomplished presenters, with outstanding career highlights.
``They will deliver compelling insights into corporate strategies, leadership, team motivation and personal development
techniques,’’he said.
Following the conference each morning, exhibitors include gaming machine manufacturers and industry suppliers, will
showcase the latest gaming equipment and services.
The New Zealand Gaming Expo provides experiences to learn about the most recent developments in the country’s gaming
industry, business networking opportunities, as well as viewing the latest technology products and services.
New Zealand is home to six casinos, 630 lottery retail outlets, race and sports betting through around 500 Totalisator
Agency Board (TAB) outlets and around 20,000 gaming machines in non-casino venues.
Further information on the show can be found at www.NZGamingExpo.com
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