Bret Gilliam was a larger-than-life personality—dare we say, character—in the dive industry. Over a 50-year career, he was involved with several dive-industry firsts, holding a number of influential postings, including serving on the boards of NAUI and IANTD, as well as CEO of TDI. But he was most known for being a co-founder of what would become the largest technical diver training agency in the world, TDI.
It was an upbeat and vibrant edition, reminiscent of how it used to be in its heyday in the late 1990s, when it peaked and only got bigger from year to year. Even the social events and various parties were plentiful and back at full strength—at least, that was my impression.
That is not to say that the show and the dive industry have not changed since DEMA was last held in the Big Easy (New Orleans’ nickname). More than two decades have passed since then, so of course, they have.
Explorer Ventures Fleet, a renowned provider of extraordinary liveaboard diving experiences, will have a strong presence at the highly anticipated 2023 DEMA Show in New Orleans, LA.
Explorer Ventures invites dive shops, group leaders, and wholesale agents to connect, explore exclusive travel deals, and attend two captivating seminars set to enlighten attendees on the benefits of liveaboard dive travel.
As your dive safety organization, we’ll raise a glass to all who work tirelessly to promote safe diving. We hope you’ll join us on Tuesday, November 14, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Sugar Mill (right across the street from the convention center).
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Explorer Ventures invites dive shops, group leaders, and wholesale agents to connect, explore exclusive travel deals, and attend two captivating seminars set to enlighten attendees on the benefits of liveaboard dive travel.
Hosted in New Orleans, this year’s show is recognized as the must-attend event of the year. Explorer Ventures promises to spark liveaboard travel inspiration, foster dive shop growth, and present unparalleled networking opportunities.
With this year’s theme, “Embracing the Ocean’s Majesty,” the organizers are keen to welcome even more divers, businesses and water sports-related professionals from around the globe.
KUALA LUMPUR, 7 June 2023: Aptly themed “Let’s stay connected with the ocean,” the 17th Malaysia International Dive Expo (MIDE) concluded with great success at its new venue at MITEC in Kuala Lumpur.
After moving from the former venue at the World Trade Center (WTC), where the expo was held for 16 years, the refreshing start at the uber modern and spacious Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) proved to be a hit among exhibitors and visitors alike.
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The expo, now in its 17th consecutive year, is organized by AsiaEvents Exsic Sdn Bhd. In its new venue at MITEC, the show will occupy Hall 6 on Level 2. According to the organizers of MIDE, the event will be bigger than previous years, and the space will comfortably feature the latest products and services of local and international exhibitors from 14 countries.
Due to scheduling changes at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) in Malaysia, where the Malaysia International Dive Expo (MIDE) was supposed to be held on 26-28 May, WTCKL asked MIDE to move from Hall 3 on Level 3 to the Merdeka Hall on Level 4. The request came about after one of the Malaysian political parties scheduled its annual general meeting at WTCKL.
