2012 AFSC AGM, Conference & Workshop
Gold Coast, Queensland, August 10-12
The AFSC® is proud to highlight the achievements and expertise of our local Feng Shui Consultants and Experts right here in Australia! Our agenda is specifically aimed to provide members with the opportunity to present your perspective on the Australian Feng Shui scene in Queensland.
Together with some presentations from special guests, see how we can work together 'In Search of Qi.'
Members of the public are most welcome to attend.
(updated 14 May 2012 with new MC details)
Day 1 - Friday 10th August 2012 (5pm-7pm)
Meet us at the Radisson's Rex Lounge for an informal Welcome Function, meet and greet members and enjoy the lovely ambience of the hotel. Bar snacks and a complimentary drink provided.
Day 2 - Saturday 11th August 2012 (8:45-5:30pm)
| TIME | AGENDA ITEM | PRESENTER/ PARTICIPANTS |
| 8:15-8:45 | Registration | All AFSC® Members |
| 9:00-9:30 | Annual General Meeting. Discover all the exciting things the AFSC® has been doing the past 12 months. Election of Committee Members. Opening of the Conference |
All AFSC® Members President Jodi Brunner & AFSC® Committee |
| 9:30 |
Introduction to our Speakers by our MC |
Nathan Black |
| 9:40-10:40 |
Feng Shui and Sustainable Design |
Dr Michael Mak |
| 10:40-11:00 | Morning tea includes freshly brewed premium coffee, traditional tea, herbal and fruit infused teas and hot chocolate, one Savoury option from the Banquet Menu. | All |
| 11:00-11:45 |
How to connect the qi of Heaven, Earth and Man |
George Bennis |
| 11:45-12:30 |
Practical Considerations Before, During and After Consults |
Derelle Ball |
| 12:30-1:40 | Lunch in Chelos Restaurant includes Baker’s basket of assorted breads, assorted cold deli cuts and condiments, Chef’s salad bar with dressings and accompaniments, Indian butter chicken, Palak paneer, spinach and tomato with homemade curd cheese, Yellow basmati rice, pappadums, chutney, raita, Firni – rice pudding with rosewater, almond and pistachio, Alabele – coconut and ginger filled pancakes, sliced market fresh fruits, fresh juices, freshly brewed coffee with a selection of traditional and herbal infused teas. | All |
| 1:40-2:25 |
The Benefits of Decluttering vs. the Consequences of Clutter in Different Areas of Our Lives |
Kerri Rodley |
| 2:25-3:10 |
Taking your Feng Shui practice to the next level... |
Perrie Burton |
| 3:10-3:20 | AFSC® Excellence Awards discussion & voting | Nathan Black |
| 3:20-3:40 | Afternoon tea includes freshly brewed premium coffee, traditional tea, herbal and fruit infused teas and hot chocolate, one Sweet option from the Banquet Menu. | All |
| 3:40-4:25 |
Finding the Qi in the Day |
Rob Brown |
| 4:25-5:30 | Speakers Panel - Our speakers are invited to join us on stage to take questions from members. The focus is on ways to search for and find Qi, including any questions for the speakers about their presentations, Feng Shui, experiences, difficulties and concerns. (Members please prepare any questions for this event) | speakers, AFSC® Committee Members |
| 5:30 | End of Day 1 | Nathan Black |
Day 2 - (6pm-9pm/late)
Join us for an evening of social networking at our Banquet Dinner in the Rex Lounge (included in the cost of the conference).
Day 3 - Sunday 12th August 2012 (9am - 5:30pm)
Feng Shui Case Studies Workshop presented by experienced practitioners, commencing with a special 1 hour session on Feng Shui and TCM Case Studies by Tyler J. Rowe.
| TIME | AGENDA ITEM | PRESENTER/ PARTICIPANTS |
| 9:00-10:00 |
De Qi ‘Obtaining Qi’ - practical onsite requirements with case studies |
Tyler J. Rowe |
| 10:00-10:40 |
Case Study 1 |
George Bennis |
| 10:40-11:00 | Morning tea includes freshly brewed premium coffee, traditional tea, herbal and fruit infused teas and hot chocolate, one Savoury option from the Banquet Menu. | All |
| 11:00-11:30 |
Case Study 2 |
Derelle Ball |
| 11:30-12:00 |
Case Study 3 |
Ana Brandao |
| 12:00-12:30 |
Case Study 4 |
Monica Hess |
| 12:30-12:40 | AFSC® Excellence Awards discussion & voting | Nathan Black |
| 12:40-1:50 | Lunch in Chelos Restaurant includes Baker’s basket of assorted breads, a selection of cold deli cuts and condiments, Chef’s salad bar with dressings and accompaniments, blackened salmon fillets on baby spinach with lemon butter sauce, Phat thai – rice noodle stirfry with chicken, prawns, chilli and peanuts, roasted potatoes with rosemary and thyme, fresh fruit salad with ice cream, chocolate mousse cake, assorted sweet mini tartlets, orange juice and soft drink, freshly brewed coffee with a selection of traditional and herbal infused teas. | All |
| 1:50-3:10 |
Site Inspection. As a group we will inspect the Feng Shui of the Radisson Hotel and magnificent surrounding golf course and waterways. We will return to the conference room for a discussion of our findings - Bring your Luo Pans! |
All |
| 3:10-3:30 | Afternoon tea includes freshly brewed premium coffee, traditional tea, herbal and fruit infused teas and hot chocolate, one Sweet option from the Banquet Menu. | All |
| 3:30-4:30 |
AFSC® Excellence Awards |
Nathan Black |
| 4:30-5:00 | Discussion with members | speaker |
| 5:00 | Conference concludes | Nathan Blackand AFSC® Committee |
AFSC® Excellence Awards
In 2012, for the first time the AFSC® is pleased and proud to announce a new way to recognise the achievements, innovations and expertise of our members through the introduction of the AFSC® Excellence Awards.
All members are invited to submit your materials for entry in the Awards in order to show your skills as a Feng Shui Consultant and to demonstrate to the Public the benefits of what a Feng Shui consultation can achieve (plus - win fabulous prizes, certificates and trophies!).
All entries in the AFSC® Excellence Awards will be recognised for your participation by being displayed on our website for an entire year; the winner in each division being prominently placed at the top. This is an excellent promotional opportunity, together with being a superb opportunity to demonstrate your skills and expertise to AFSC® members, your clients, the media and the public.
Entries will be voted on by members and announced on the afternoon of Sunday August 12, 2012.
We welcome your participation.
Each entry in the Excellence Awards earns the Accredited Feng Shui Consultant AFSC® 5 CPD Points.
Prizes
This year we are not staging a Trivia Quiz or a Raffle, instead we encourage members to enter our AFSC® Excellence Awards. This is a more rewarding and creative way to participate in our conference activities (even if you cannot attend personally) and gives members more ongoing promotional opportunities on our Excellence Awards page.
1 x Free attendance for one student at Grand Master Raymond Lo's Feng shui course 1 or Four Pillars course 1 between Sept 2012 to Sept 2013
1 x One Year free AFSC® membership (for winners of Case Study Awards)
1 x Feng Shui Template (Feng Shui Cures & Crystals)
1 x $150 Taiwanese Luo Pan (Feng Shui Cures & Crystals)
4 x $35 Vouchers for aromatherapy and essential oils (New Directions)
2 x Meditation Kit (Dharma Master)
2 x titles of ‘The Feng Shui Way’
2 x DVD’s ‘What in the World is Feng Shui?' (Feng Shui Shop)
6 x AFSC® Excellence Awards Trophies and framed Certificates
Radisson Hotel Accommodation Info
Here's a direct link to online accommodation booking.
Or if you prefer, download and fax a Fax Booking Form.
If you need any accommodation assistance, please contact the hotel directly on +617 5555 7700 and speak to Reservations (mention the AFSC® Conference).
goldcoast@radisson.com http://www.radisson.com/goldcoastau.
The Radisson Airport Shuttle runs a service from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) airport. For more information please call the Radisson on +617 5555 7700.
Are you Ready to Book?!!!
Book early and all new members or those who did not attend the conference last year will receive either:
2010 AFSC® Conference DVD
or
2009 AFSC® Conference DVD
If you prefer to pay by Direct Debit, here are the AFSC®'s banking details:
BANK: National Australia Bank
NAME: Association of Feng Shui Consultants
BSB: 082620
A/C: 584932935
SWIFT/IBAN: NATAAU3303M
(Once you've paid, please send us an email to let us know!)
Bookings for conference close strictly on 3 August 2012.
Can't attend the AFSC® Conference in person?
We have a limited number of places available to attend online via tele/webconference. Speakers will be filmed live via webcam and you will be able to see them and their presentations online and hear them via a local telephone teleseminar number!
Of course you don't get the networking opportunities and a fabulous trip to Queensland, but...
Check here to see what you get...Webconference Timetable.
Once you have booked, you will receive a dial-in local telephone number and a link to the website to view the speakers and their presentations.
Bookings for webconference close strictly on 3 August 2012.
Webconference hosted by Eureka Conferencing.
Bonus! AFSC® CPD Points
Attending the 2012 Conference & Workshop earns 26 CPD points (13 hours).
Attending the 2012 Conference and Workshop Webconference earns 10.5 CPD points (5 hours 15 minutes).
Professional Members must upgrade to an Accredited Feng Shui Consultant AFSC® before attending the web/conference in order to earn CPD points.
Post Conference Workshop
Understanding Qi in the Body
By Tyler J. Rowe
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Date: Monday 13th August 2012
This seminar will cover Classical Chinese Medical theory beyond the scope of existing Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology courses.
Broaden your scope of practice with a new dimension... Complete the trilogy... Learn about the ‘Human Qi’
Read the Understanding Qi in the Body flyer for more information.
Attending this activity earns 6 CPD points for Accredited Feng Shui Consultants AFSC®.
Meet Our Speakers:
Nathan Black
2012 AFSC® Conference MC
Nathan is a seasoned MC having been a professional public speaker for over 40 years. He brings humour, anecdotes and over 17 years of Feng Shui experience to the platform.
Dr Michael Mak
Feng Shui and Sustainable Design
Dr. Michael Mak is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Architecture and Built Environment, University of Newcastle, Australia. He has been teaching in architecture, building, construction and property courses in Australia, Singapore and Hong Kong. Michael is also a Visiting Lecturer with the Department of Building and Construction, City University of Hong Kong. He is a pioneer in developing and teaching a course on scientific Feng Shui in the Master of Science programme.
Interactions between humans and environments are a part of an everyday process. In the western contemporary architecture, these interactions with the natural and man-made environment called Sustainable Design. This concept of sustainability in the western world only dates back three decades ago in dealing with the harmonious relationship between human and nature. This integrative process is similar to the Chinese holistic view and the Feng Shui approach to the built environment which has influenced most traditional building design in China for more than three thousand years. This presentation will analyse the principles of Feng Shui and practice of Form School in terms of concepts of sustainability. Examples of sustainable design are used to illustrate the similarities between Feng Shui approach and concepts of sustainability.
Michael is the co-founder of the International Conferences on Scientific Feng Shui and Built Environment, and the Chair of the Technical Committee of the Conference since 2005. His PhD focused on the application of Feng Shui knowledge to building design and the built environment using artificial intelligent technique - knowledge-based expert systems approach. He is the author of Scientific Feng Shui: Application of Feng Shui Knowledge to Preliminary Building Design Evaluation Using Knowledge-Based Expert Systems Approach (2009) and editor with Dr. Albert So of Research in Scientific Feng Shui and the Built Environment (2009).
Dr Michael Mak, University of Newcastle, sponsored by the Feng Shui Research Centre (Australia).
Rob Brown
Finding Chi in the Day
I have received permission from Joey Yap to talk about a few things that I would share with the group, namely info on the dong gong. Looking forward to the conference, it will be a blast as I have lots to share.
- 1. Case study
- 2. How the day influences our bazi
- 3. Significant highlights in bazi in 2012 for different charts
- 4. What is Dong Gong and how we can utilise its power?
- 5. Brief discussion on the 10 gods
- 6. How to analyse information each of the 60 Jai Zi (60 days of Chinese cycle) – relates to monthly and yearly energy as well
- 7. Brief discussion on hour stars
- 8. Its all about timing???
Derelle Ball
Practical Considerations Before, During and After Consults
- Always bring more than one compass (I have an example of a Luo Pan that went bust) and know how to use it. I recently did a feng job for a Brissy client who'd had someone come in before me using a compass app on their iphone that went by True North and gave them a completely wrong natal chart
- Know when to say no - I have 2 examples of consults I did in the past where I should have said no to the client (funny but true stories)
- Check if they have pets before you walk out the back door (I was once chased by a goose)
- Know your theory (eg the importance of knowing how to fly a central 5 star in an even time period, when landform can over-ride a good natal combination)
- Checking the location and time for travel before-hand with google maps, google earth and magnetic declination, whereis.com etc.
- I have an example of a real estate business facing Zi/N2 renovated into Period of 8 where the main entry in NW2 had WS5 plus very busy intersection and we were able to convert the building to conform to Castlegate to make it work. An example of why you need to know your theory.
http://www.centaineconsultants.com.au
Tyler J. Rowe
De Qi ‘Obtaining Qi’ - practical onsite requirements with case studies
In Fengshui practice there are many ways to attract qi and deflect sha. There is however, only a very short list of five prerequisites to establish the presence of qi at a site in the first place. These base requirements are outlined in our earliest classic text – Guopu’s Zangshu ‘Book of Burial’. As the original source of all form school, its wisdom is irrefutable.
This presentation will translate key passages to form a handy ‘obtaining qi checklist’ for immediate and easy use in the field. Case studies will be used throughout to help illustrate interpretations, importance for health & prosperity and to demonstrate applicability to modern residential situations.
Perrie Burton
Taking your Feng Shui practice to the next level...
Taking your Feng Shui practice to the next level from an expensive hobby to growing an expanding business attracting commercial clients...is all about getting "back to the some basics" . . .
Perrie will be sharing - How she made a trip of a lifetime to the USA to be coached by two of the top Holistic Business Coaches in the world and what she learned from them, that made a great improvement in her Feng Shui business.
http://www.fengshuigoldcoast.com
Kerri Rodley
The Benefits of Decluttering vs. the Consequences of Clutter in Different Areas of Our Lives
- Health
- Wealth
- Relationships
- Career
- Children/family
- Spirit
I would also outline strategies and tools to declutter and organise, so that consultants may be able to share with their clients.
http://www.domesticdownsizing.com.au
Master George Bennis
How to connect the qi of Heaven, Earth and Man
Using the 64 Hexagrams method of Xuan Kong Da Gua, Master George Bennis will show how to direct the qi of Heaven and Earth to people.
In order to properly receive the qi of the environment it must be directed to the people that live and work in that space.
In this presentation you will understand why -
- Certain individuals in a home or office receive the benefits of feng shui practices and others don't
- Water features bring increases in wealth to some and not others
- Results are slow and minimal in some cases and quick in others
- The building feels good, the stars are there but the results are not
- You've placed water in the 8 water star and not much happens
- You will understand how you must find the exact time and place where Heaven, Earth and Man communicate
http://www.thefengshuiadvantage.com
Dr Ana Brandao
After studying environmental sciences for nearly 20 years, Ana’s commitment to living in a better planet led her into discovering Buddhism and Feng Shui. Inspired by Feng Shui, Ana left a promising career as a Research Scientist to follow her heart.
Now a graduate from the Sydney School of Feng Shui since 2005, she specialises in Classical Feng Shui (Form, Compass and Flying Star Schools), Intuitive Feng Shui, Sacred Geometry Design and Space Clearing and will present us with one of her case studies from her selection of homes and small to medium size businesses.
http://www.livinginharmony.com.au
Master Monica Hess
Monica is a licensed Realtor and Feng Shui Master living and working in Lexington, KY, USA. She has studied Feng Shui since 1995, with her formal training under Master Joseph Yu of the Feng Shui Research Center in Toronto.
Monica will share with us a Case Study from one of her books about Feng Shui and American History with the home of Thomas Jefferson or George Washington.
Monica's presentation is via skype with printout for our audience to follow (not available for webconference attendees).
Our Generous Sponsors - please visit their links
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GM Raymond Lo | http://www.fengshui-lo.com/ |
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FSC&C | http://www.fengshuicuresandcrystals.com/ |
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Anjian Australia | http://www.anjian.com.au/ |
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Fish World | http://www.fishworld.com.au/ |
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Feng Shui Shop | http://www.fengshuishop.com.au/ |
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New Directions | http://www.newdirections.com.au/ |
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Feng Shui Research Centre (Australia) | http://www.fsrc.com.au/ |
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Dharma Master | http://www.dharmamaster.com/ |
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