Delivering Fun, Safely

From fixing high-speed packaging machines in factories to becoming a leader in entertainment and adventure tourism, Dean Choma has built a career around creating unforgettable experiences. His journey began with a passion for engineering, but he quickly realized that his real passion was working with people. This led him to establish a diverse portfolio of tourism, nightlife, and motorsport businesses, each designed to bring people together while ensuring their safety.

 

A Life of Innovation and Adventure

Dean’s career spans more than three decades, with milestones that highlight his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to delivering fun, safely:

Began a nationwide tour of pubs and clubs, leading to a lifetime of industry research and development.

1989-1992

Founded The Outback Party (T.O.P Tours), offering 4×4 camping adventures across Australia.

Expanded his tourism research globally, traveling across the United States.

1993-1994

Launched Ando’s Outback Tours, running 10-day expeditions to Lightning Ridge, Harvey Bay, and Sydney, featuring activities like horse riding, opal mining, and gyro-copter flights.

Registered WineTrek, offering Hunter Valley wine-tasting experiences, and expanded the fleet with a 48-seater coach.

1994-1995

Registered and trademarked Pubtrek Adventures, a flagship adventure tourism brand.

Sydney Olympics – Provided transport services with a full fleet of buses and drivers.

2000-2002

Multiple business and tourism awards, including Young Entrepreneur of the Year and Tourism Business of the Year.

Expanded into new tourism markets, researching Aboriginal cultural tours, which led to the development of Abtrek.

2005-2006

Launched City Club Hopper, a curated Sydney nightclub experience, working directly with club owners, operators, and security.

Took over Fastlane Karting, expanding into motorsports and safety-focused racing experiences.

2007-2010

Expanded the bus fleet from 6 to 10, introduced bendy buses for large-capacity tours, and invested in a new go-kart fleet for Fastlane Karting.

Industry Leadership & Recognition

Dean’s extensive work in the tourism, events, and motorsports industries has earned him numerous accolades and leadership roles, including:

🏆 Young Entrepreneur of the Year – Sydney Business Awards
🏆 Best Tourism Business – Sydney Industry Awards
🏆 Tourism Business of the Year – Liverpool Business Awards
🏆 Business of the Year – Western Sydney Industry Awards

He has also taken on key industry roles, such as:

✔️ President of the Party Bus Association of Australia – Advocating for safety and professionalism in the industry.
✔️ NSW Delegate for the Australian Concessional Karting Association (ACKA) – Assisting in the development of national safety standards for motorsports.
✔️ AALARA Leisure Industry Association Member – Providing expertise to government departments on go-karting safety regulations.

Commitment to Safety & Community

Dean believes that fun should always come with responsibility and safety. He has actively contributed to youth programs, road safety, and community initiatives, including:

• “Safe Driving for Schools” – A road safety program educating students about responsible driving.
• “Youth Off The Streets” at Fastlane Karting – A hands-on program where local youth work with the police and men’s shed to build and race their own go-karts.
• National Drift Kart Challenge – Secured a major sponsorship with Schweppes, further expanding motorsport accessibility.

Resilience & the Future of Fun

In 2015, a freak accident and personal challenges led to a period of reflection and transformation. During this time, Dean pursued meditation teacher training, applying mindfulness techniques to both his personal and professional life.

By 2024, he welcomed Neil Telly as Director and Manager of Fastlane Karting, marking a new era of leadership and growth.

Looking ahead, Dean’s mission remains clear: “I Deliver Fun, Safely.” Whether it’s through motorsports, tourism, or nightlife entertainment, his goal is to bring people together in an exciting, responsible, and innovative way.

In 2015, a freak accident and personal challenges led to a period of reflection and transformation. During this time, Dean pursued meditation teacher training, applying mindfulness techniques to both his personal and professional life.

By 2024, he welcomed Neil Telly as Director and Manager of Fastlane Karting, marking a new era of leadership and growth.

Looking ahead, Dean’s mission remains clear: “I Deliver Fun, Safely.” Whether it’s through motorsports, tourism, or nightlife entertainment, his goal is to bring people together in an exciting, responsible, and innovative way.