2025 CONFERENCE PROGRAM


Join the ultimate gathering of Australian Distillers at the 2025 Conference

Get ready for the most exciting event on the Australian distilling calendar! The expanded 2025 Conference Program offers unparallelled professional development and networking opportunities.

What’s included with your Conference ticket?

  • Two full days of Conference content: Choose from engaging keynote presentations and specialised breakout sessions to suit professionals at all levels.
  • Two-Day Trade Show: Explore innovations and resources from over 40 vendors, showcasing the latest from our conference sponsors.
  • Welcome Drinks: Sample Queensland’s finest spirits and enjoy the latest releases from our talented Members.
  • Gala Event Celebration: Join us for an unforgettable evening as we toast 21 years of the Australian Distillers Association.

Stay tuned for full program details, including speaker announcements and panel highlights. Details will be published soon.




KEY NOTES

Keynotes and panel sessions to explore brand building, business growth and understanding the Australian spirits consumer in this challenging economy.

  • Brand - Want better growth - tell a better story - How to unleash your brand's potential growth.  Bill Harper, BrandBossHQ 
  • Understanding the Australian Spirits Consumer – Insights to help your business succeed in challenging economic times.
  • Branding & Business Building - The Four Pillars of Business Success
  • Overcoming challenges in the current economy - a panel of success stories.
  • Be Inspired! - How purpose-driven innovation and bold storytelling can spark global movements.







SPECIALTY STREAMS

Over 20 Breakout Workshops to Fuel Your Growth! 

This year’s conference offers a wide range of breakout workshops covering crucial topics to help you grow and succeed in the spirits industry. Here’s a sneak peek at some must-attend sessions: 

  • Routes to Market & the Distributor Landscape – Gain clarity on distribution strategies and how to navigate today’s complex market landscape. 
  • Drinks Strategies That Sell: How to Generate Rate of Sale – Learn actionable strategies to boost your sales and keep your products flying off the shelves. 
  • From Stressed to Steady: Crafting Your Practical Resilience Strategies – Build resilience in your business and handle challenges with confidence. 
  • Mastering the Dark Arts: Product Price Chains & Investing for Growth – Unlock the secrets of pricing and investment strategies that fuel your growth. 
  • Cooling Systems for Distilleries – Understand how cooling systems operate and how to select the best option based on your distillery’s size. 
  • Yeasts – Explore how yeasts impact your product’s quality and consistency. 
  • Packaging & Glass – Discover how the right packaging can elevate your brand and boost its appeal. 
  • HR Resources for Business Success – Strengthen your team and build better workplaces with insights into effective HR strategies. 
  • Methanol Myth Busting – Separate fact from fiction with this essential workshop focused on methanol in spirits production. 
  • Exploring the Influence of Sugarcane Varieties on the Flavour and Composition of Sugarcane Spirits – Delve into how different sugarcane varieties influence the taste and quality of your spirits. 
  • Australian and International Trademarking for Spirits Producers – Navigate the challenges of trademarking in both domestic and international markets. 






PLUS exceptional networking events and Trade Show to foster long-lasting connections


  • Welcome Drinks and optional Regional Tours, featuring spirits from Queensland's finest distillers.
  • Women's Breakfast, acknowledging the women in Australian Distilling
  • Gala Event, celebrating our 21st birthday in a night of reveals.
  • PLUS an extensive Trade Show with over 40 vendors showcasing the latest in supplier innovations, essential resources and workshops.




YOUR 2025 CONFERENCE PROGRAM





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