For over twenty-five years, Brian has been working in the events, tourism and attractions industry. His background is comprised of three areas of expertise: risk and safety management, event design and execution, and education.

Brian specializes in communicating the importance of life safety and corporate responsibility. He has provided valuable insight to 1000’s attending association and corporate functions. Brian is a firm believer that risk management and safety does not have to be boring. His passionate and sometimes flamboyant style provides a fact based yet entertaining solutions orientated perspective to improve personal safety and organizational awareness.

25+ Years of experience
Coursework for Ph.D. in Hospitality Ed.
M.S. Hospitality Mgmt.
Post-bac. Grad. Cert. IE
B.S. Leisure (Recreation) Programming
Professor (Hosp. & Event Mgmt.)

Put Brian’s knowledge and experience to work for you… As an expert witness (both plaintiff and defense), Brian has been involved in over 100 legal matters concerning events, tourism and attractions operational/safety and risk management practices.

From case studies to general discussions involving operational responsibilities, Brian can help you understand and mitigate the most pressing issues facing the events, tourism and attractions industries.

Meeting, event planners and suppliers
Venue operators and municipalities hosting events
Attraction operators, manufacturers and suppliers
Sororities and fraternities (Alcohol service and use)

UPCOMING EVENT

Luck is not a Strategy: A 5-step Roadmap to SAFER Meetings and Events

An exploration of major incidents that have negatively impacted large- and small-scale events and venues and 5 steps you should immediately take to reduce your liability and avoid costly missteps before you and your organization experience a catastrophic loss.

August 25, 2018 – Connect Expo, Salt Lake City, UT

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Topics can be customized to address your organization's needs...

Example Sessions

The REP

Emergency and Disaster Planning—Tabletop Exercise.

OCPS

Patron Safety at Amusement Parks, Fairs and Festivals.

MPI

Limiting your Liabilities and Exposures to Known Risks.

AIMS

Attractions Risk Management Planning.

XSITE

Meeting and Event Risk Mgmt.: The Best Offense is a Good Defense.

ZBT Fraternity

Alcohol Awareness: Let’s Be Real… Proper Service and Consumption.

Speaking

Brian D. Avery is available for speaking...

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Involved in over 100 legal matters

Brian is available for:

Educating:

UPCOMING EVENT

Luck is not a Strategy: A 5-step Roadmap to SAFER Meetings and Events

Topics can be customized to address your organization's needs...

Example Sessions

Previous Engagements and Presentations (Over 50 to date...)

Testimonials

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