In such a dynamic sector driven by new and exciting experiences, it’s the innovations across all disciplines — from food and beverage to construction, gaming, financial tech, design and entertainment — that truly keep the cogs of clubs, hotels and pubs turning.
Taking place on 25 and 26 March at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, the AHG Congress and Expo have always been must-attend events for those in the hospitality, gaming, leisure and entertainment industries.
This year, as part of our effort to encourage a better, more interconnected industry with opportunities available for everyone, ‘AHG Talks’ is being introduced — free for all those working in the sector. Taking place across both days of the Expo, AHG Talks will give attendees deeper insight into the exhibitors, what they do, and their advice for thriving in all areas of hospitality.
Here’s what you can expect to hear on the day:
- Director of Cooking the Books by Quantaco, Andrew Briese
Kitchen profitability – the art of kitchen management
- Gambling Health Services Manager at Clubs Queensland, David McAnalen
Beyond compliance – gambling health in venues
- Chief Visionary Officer of the StandbyU Foundation, Chris Boyle
Building connected community partnerships
- Global Gaming Women (GGW)
Women in leadership – knock out imposter syndrome
Alongside the AHG Expo, we’re also excited to once again present the AHG Congress. Taking place on 24 March (ahead of the Expo), this event will equip hospitality leaders with essential tools to confront challenges in the present market and discover strategies to effectively manage risks, ensuring your venue’s resilience and strength in the future.
On the day, you’ll hear Craig Rispin discuss ethics in the age of data, Dr Tim Baker break down leadership and persuasion psychology, and Derrick McManus address peak performance under pressure. There are also plenty more dynamic panels from leaders, suppliers and sponsors who will unpack strategies for growth, innovation and diversification in our rapidly changing industry.
And of course, who can forget the AHG Expo’s beloved Diageo Cocktail Competition? With 2026 predicted to be the year of the spritz, we’re calling for mixologists and cocktail enthusiasts to share their interpretation of this classic summer cocktail.
Also, come on down to the Discovery Deck on Wednesday, 25 March to join Brown-Forman for a free sensory tasting of Jack Daniel’s products. This immersive experience is unlike anything you’ve seen before! No bookings required.
There are simply too many exciting things happening on the Expo floor to list here, so be sure to visit ahgexpo.com and sign up for the mailing list to find out more.
From its humble beginnings on the Gold Coast to the sprawling event in the heart of Brisbane that we look forward to every year, the AHG Expo has certainly come a long way, but it only gets better from here. There are sure to be many world-first debuts, and we can’t wait to discover more, connect more and see you there.
Register for free here: www.ahgexpo.com
