Pro Audio Asia hosts Pro Connect Asia – Jakarta

ASIA: Pro Audio Asia magazine recently debuted the first date in what is intended to become a tour of consultancy and networking events taking place in key Asian cities. Named Pro Connect Asia, the tour began in Jakarta on August 18th and will be moving on to Singapore on August 21st. The Jakarta evening drew together leading regional figures for a free-entry, informal evening of conversation and the sharing of ideas.

‘Pro Connect Asia is all about bringing members of the industry together to talk about what concerns them most, while we listen,’ explained Pro Audio Asia general manager Richard Lawn. ‘The events provide a laid-back, no-pressure atmosphere where peers can meet, connect and share ideas, all sure in the knowledge that there is no agenda and that no one is trying to sell to them.’

Among the guests attending the inaugural Pro Connect Asia – Jakarta event was Eric Haslim of PT Citra Intirama, who commented, ‘I’m really surprised at the turnout and I’m very happy to see my counterparts within the industry getting together, catching up and exchanging ideas. This is a very good start and something that everyone can benefit from – getting connected and exchanging information.’

Also present was Bernard Grover, general manager of the newly opened Ciputra Artpreneur theatre and art gallery complex. ‘I think this has been a stunning success,’ he declared. ‘We’ve had some of the top people in Indonesia here tonight and we’ve made a lot of connections that otherwise wouldn’t have been made. I hope we keep this up.’

Further Pro Connect Asia dates and locations are expected to be announced over the coming months.