Trends, issues and strategies for attractions with animals
Over the past decade, public concern about the welfare and animals in professional care has grown exponentially. The implications of these trends are significant and profound for zoos, aquariums, attractions, and parks that display or feature animals.
Join professionals from all over the world to explore the key components of the current issues, with a focus on providing actionable information about how organizations can understand, cope with, and proactively manage potential public criticism.
Schedule
12:00 - 12:30 | Lunch buffet available on arrival – seating available in Conference Room 3.
12:30 - 13:15 | Keynote Presentation by Ted Molter (San Diego Zoo Global)
13:15 - 13:45 | Outlook by David Williams-Mitchell (The European Association of Zoos and Aquaria)
13:45 - 14:15 | Legal and regulatory developments by Laura Van der Meer (Kelley Drye)
14:15 - 14:55 | Roundtable: Best practices and real-life examples
14:55 - 15:00 | Closing remarks & networking possibility