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THURSDAY, 12TH JUNE 2025 | SYDNEY LUNCH | SUMMIT | NETWORKING | AGM | DINNER |
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About the CATO Summit
The CATO Summit is a half-day, business-focused event designed exclusively for CATO members. Held immediately before the AGM, the Summit features keynote presentations, panels, and Q&A sessions tailored for senior executives and business owners in the touring and wholesale travel sector.
Key topics include legal risk management, financial strategies, technology solutions, insurance essentials, travel marketing, and evolving consumer trends. The day concludes with the AGM and an exclusive CATO Dinner.
Ticket: $275 (incl. GST) – Includes Lunch, Summit, Networking, AGM, and Dinner
Event Program
- 11:30 AM: Arrival & Networking Lunch
- 12:20 PM: CATO Summit – Keynotes, Panels & Q&A
- 4:30 PM: Casual Networking & Drinks
- 5:30 PM: CATO Annual General Meeting (AGM)
- 6:30 PM: Members Only Dinner + Guest Speaker
- 9:00 PM: Event Close
Summit Sessions
Legal | Business Structures and Risk Management
Presented by: Aaron Zoanetti, Frontera Law
Structures, contracts, compliance & consumer protection – are you covered? Discover how the right legal setup can protect your business from financial ruin.
Insurance | Public Liability vs Tour Operators Liability
Presented by: Gow-Gates Insurance
Why having both public and tour operators liability cover is essential for comprehensive protection.
FX | Managing Foreign Exchange & Financial Strategies
Presented by: Xe
Currency volatility and financial planning essentials to protect your profit margins and ensure long-term business sustainability.
Legal | Mergers, Acquisitions & Succession Planning
Presented by: Aaron Zoanetti, Frontera Law
Plan your exit strategy smartly—whether it's growth through acquisition or preparing for a generational transition.
Business Optimisation through Outsourcing, Automation & Cyber Security
Presented by: Nik Devidas, Group CEO Axelo (Formally 4Walls Cyber Advisory)
Secure, Streamline, Scale – The Smart Operator’s Toolkit. This session explores how tour operators & wholesalers can leverage trusted outsourcing and technology solutions to reduce risk, save money, and focus on growth.
Lifecycle Marketing: From First Touch to Loyal Advocate
Presented by: Intuit Mailchimp
Automation Journeys, Personalisation & Retention – Building a Customer for Life. This session will show how to design automated customer journeys that nurture relationships, build loyalty, and drive long-term growth.
The Consumer Shift: What’s Next for Touring?
Panel Discussion
The Evolution of Touring – Where Are The Biggest Opportunities? Consumer travel preferences are changing rapidly—this panel discussion will explore the key trends shaping the future of touring and how operators can adapt to stay competitive.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, 12 June 2025
- Time: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Location: Watersedge, Sydney
- Dress Code: Business Casual
Join us to celebrate, connect, and create lasting change. We look forward to seeing you there!
