February 4, 2025
Industry veterans Dr. Cynthia R. Mamon and Shaun McKeogh are launching the inaugural Asia Pacific Amusement & Attractions Industry Forum at the GTI Southeast Asia Expo 2025. The expo, expected to host 6,000 buyers and 300 exhibitors, will take place April 22-24 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, according to a press release.
The APAAI Forum, a one-and-a-half-day event held April 23-24, will address industry trends, including safety, sustainability, intellectual property, disaster preparedness, human capital investment and best practices. Expo attendees will have complimentary access to the forum.
Dr. Mamon is co-founder and COO of Enchanted Kingdom (Philippines), and McKeogh is founder of Attractions Academy. Andrew Lee, GTI Global Ambassador and Chairman of the GTI Southeast Asia Expo Organizing Committee, expressed support for the initiative.
"I am very grateful for this initiative by our fellow Asia Pacific based amusement and attractions friends, spearheaded by Cynthia and Shaun. They are recognized widely for their commitment and leadership to training and development for our industry," Lee said in the release. "By offering the inaugural GTI Southeast Asia Expo as the platform to launch the Asia Pacific Amusement & Attractions Industry (APAAI) Forum, it is an honor and win-win relationship!"
The GTI Southeast Asia Expo offers manufacturers and suppliers opportunities to showcase products and services. Registration information can be found on the expo website: https://www.gtisoutheastasiaexpo.com/.