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AttractionPros brings you into the room with the top leaders, executives, and influencers in the attractions industry, to gain the widest possible perspective of all areas of the industry. Most people are only exposed to the practices of their own organization without seeing how the rest of the industry operates. By following AttractionPros, you will gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed and learn from the best of the best, whether you are the CEO or just beginning your career.
Episodes
Tuesday Oct 29, 2019
Tuesday Oct 29, 2019
Louis Alfieri is Principal and Chief Creative Officer at Raven Sun Creative, a firm dedicated to creating meaningful, immersive experiences. In this conversation, Louis takes us through the process of creating a compelling story and character, the pros and cons of creating original IP and his vision of how the amazing professionals in the attractions industry can use their powers to help solve global problems.
For more on Louis: Raven Sun Creative
Have a question for the mailbag or know of a guest we should feature? Drop us a line!
Josh - josh@amusementadvantage.com
Matt - matt@performanceoptimist.com
SPECIAL OFFER
As an AttractionPros listener, we know you like to learn! That’s why we are setting aside a few spots just for you in an upcoming Mastermind program!
What is that, you might ask? The mastermind process is also referred to as group coaching, and it’s where you get meet with a small group of trusted advisors for 6 months.
You’ll be matched with other leaders of similar experience, and we will meet for an hour every two weeks over Skype to talk about current issues and trends, as well as personal roadblocks and development strategies. This is a great way to build your network AND develop stronger leadership skills.
As a special offer for AttractionPros listeners, if you mention the podcast when you sign up for the program, you’ll receive 10% off the tuition fee of $799. For more information and to start the application process, click here. Be sure to indicate in your application that you are an AttractionPros listener.
Our next sessions will be starting up in just a few months, so be sure to get your applications in soon!
Tuesday Oct 22, 2019
Tuesday Oct 22, 2019
Meredith Tekin is President of IBCCES, the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards. Among other services, they provide a certification program for facilities who want to do everything they can to serve their diverse audience. In this fascinating conversation, Meredith dispels some of the myths around guests with autism, breaks down best practices all attractions can abide by and how to best leverage the talents of your varied workforce.
To learn more:
https://www.certifiedautismspecialist.com/
Have a question for the mailbag or know of a guest we should feature? Drop us a line!
Josh - josh@amusementadvantage.com
Matt - matt@performanceoptimist.com
SPECIAL OFFER
As an AttractionPros listener, we know you like to learn! That’s why we are setting aside a few spots just for you in an upcoming Mastermind program!
What is that, you might ask? The mastermind process is also referred to as group coaching, and it’s where you get meet with a small group of trusted advisors for 6 months.
You’ll be matched with other leaders of similar experience, and we will meet for an hour every two weeks over Skype to talk about current issues and trends, as well as personal roadblocks and development strategies. This is a great way to build your network AND develop stronger leadership skills.
As a special offer for AttractionPros listeners, if you mention the podcast when you sign up for the program, you’ll receive 10% off the tuition fee of $799. For more information and to start the application process, click here. Be sure to indicate in your application that you are an AttractionPros listener.
Our next sessions will be starting up in just a few months, so be sure to get your applications in soon!
Tuesday Oct 15, 2019
Tuesday Oct 15, 2019
Lindy Hoyer is the Executive Director of the Omaha Children's Museum in Nebraska. She has a long history with the museum, and in this inspiring conversation she talks about leadership, encouraging families to spend time together and her best advice for women leaders.
Lindy can be reached directly here: lhoyer@ocm.org
Have a question for the mailbag or know of a guest we should feature? Drop us a line!
Josh - josh@amusementadvantage.com
Matt - matt@performanceoptimist.com
SPECIAL OFFER
As an AttractionPros listener, we know you like to learn! That’s why we are setting aside a few spots just for you in an upcoming Mastermind program!
What is that, you might ask? The mastermind process is also referred to as group coaching, and it’s where you get meet with a small group of trusted advisors for 6 months.
You’ll be matched with other leaders of similar experience, and we will meet for an hour every two weeks over Skype to talk about current issues and trends, as well as personal roadblocks and development strategies. This is a great way to build your network AND develop stronger leadership skills.
As a special offer for AttractionPros listeners, if you mention the podcast when you sign up for the program, you’ll receive 10% off the tuition fee of $799. For more information and to start the application process, click here. Be sure to indicate in your application that you are an AttractionPros listener.
Our next sessions will be starting up in just a few months, so be sure to get your applications in soon!
Tuesday Oct 08, 2019
Tuesday Oct 08, 2019
Over the course of three days, Josh and Matt visited four iconic New Orleans attractions and recorded their thoughts about each one. They also had the opportunity to speak with leaders at three of the attractions, deepening the insight about what makes those experiences so amazing.
The four attractions visited were:
- Ghosts and Spirits Walking Tour (Gray Line)
- Preservation Hall
- Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
- Mardi Gras World
Have a question for the mailbag or know of a guest we should feature? Drop us a line!
Josh - josh@amusementadvantage.com
Matt - matt@performanceoptimist.com
SPECIAL OFFER
As an AttractionPros listener, we know you like to learn! That’s why we are setting aside a few spots just for you in an upcoming Mastermind program!
What is that, you might ask? The mastermind process is also referred to as group coaching, and it’s where you get meet with a small group of trusted advisors for 6 months.
You’ll be matched with other leaders of similar experience, and we will meet for an hour every two weeks over Skype to talk about current issues and trends, as well as personal roadblocks and development strategies. This is a great way to build your network AND develop stronger leadership skills.
As a special offer for AttractionPros listeners, if you mention the podcast when you sign up for the program, you’ll receive 10% off the tuition fee of $799. For more information and to start the application process, click here. Be sure to indicate in your application that you are an AttractionPros listener.
Our next sessions will be starting up in just a few months, so be sure to get your applications in soon!
Tuesday Oct 01, 2019
Tuesday Oct 01, 2019
IATP is the International Association of Trampoline Parks, and we were honored that they asked us to bring AttractionPros LIVE to their 2019 conference!
In this episode, you'll hear insightful questions about staff recruiting and training, online reviews, attraction mix and much more! The time just flew by!
Thank you IATP and your members for including us in your conference!
Have a question for the mailbag or know of a guest we should feature? Drop us a line!
Josh - josh@amusementadvantage.com
Matt - matt@performanceoptimist.com
SPECIAL OFFER
As an AttractionPros listener, we know you like to learn! That’s why we are setting aside a few spots just for you in an upcoming Mastermind program!
What is that, you might ask? The mastermind process is also referred to as group coaching, and it’s where you get meet with a small group of trusted advisors for 6 months.
You’ll be matched with other leaders of similar experience, and we will meet for an hour every two weeks over Skype to talk about current issues and trends, as well as personal roadblocks and development strategies. This is a great way to build your network AND develop stronger leadership skills.
As a special offer for AttractionPros listeners, if you mention the podcast when you sign up for the program, you’ll receive 10% off the tuition fee of $799. For more information and to start the application process, click here. Be sure to indicate in your application that you are an AttractionPros listener.
Our next sessions will be starting up in just a few months, so be sure to get your applications in soon!
Tuesday Sep 24, 2019
Tuesday Sep 24, 2019
Jens Holm-Møller is Founder and Chief Commercial Officer for Mobaro. They specialize in developing mobile operations and task management solutions for amusement parks and retail companies. In this fascinating conversation, Jens tells us how listening to his clients requests essentially changed what his company focused on. He also talks about the duty of care we all share, and the benefits of digital checklist systems versus paper-based processes.
For more on Mobaro: https://mobaro.com/
Have a question for the mailbag or know of a guest we should feature? Drop us a line!
Josh - josh@amusementadvantage.com
Matt - matt@performanceoptimist.com
SPECIAL OFFER
As an AttractionPros listener, we know you like to learn! That’s why we are setting aside a few spots just for you in an upcoming Mastermind program!
What is that, you might ask? The mastermind process is also referred to as group coaching, and it’s where you get meet with a small group of trusted advisors for 6 months.
You’ll be matched with other leaders of similar experience, and we will meet for an hour every two weeks over Skype to talk about current issues and trends, as well as personal roadblocks and development strategies. This is a great way to build your network AND develop stronger leadership skills.
As a special offer for AttractionPros listeners, if you mention the podcast when you sign up for the program, you’ll receive 10% off the tuition fee of $799. For more information and to start the application process, click here. Be sure to indicate in your application that you are an AttractionPros listener.
Our next sessions will be starting up in just a few months, so be sure to get your applications in soon!
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Shane Whaley of TourPreneur.com is on a mission to flatten the learning curve for tour operators. His extensive knowledge of OTA's and tour operations give him great perspective to help the industry thrive. His insights on hiring and training, creating a great experience and marketing your business are useful for any attraction.
For more on Shane: https://tourpreneur.com/
Have a question for the mailbag or know of a guest we should feature? Drop us a line!
Josh - josh@amusementadvantage.com
Matt - matt@performanceoptimist.com
SPECIAL OFFER
As an AttractionPros listener, we know you like to learn! That’s why we are setting aside a few spots just for you in an upcoming Mastermind program!
What is that, you might ask? The mastermind process is also referred to as group coaching, and it’s where you get meet with a small group of trusted advisors for 6 months.
You’ll be matched with other leaders of similar experience, and we will meet for an hour every two weeks over Skype to talk about current issues and trends, as well as personal roadblocks and development strategies. This is a great way to build your network AND develop stronger leadership skills.
As a special offer for AttractionPros listeners, if you mention the podcast when you sign up for the program, you’ll receive 10% off the tuition fee of $799. For more information and to start the application process, click here. Be sure to indicate in your application that you are an AttractionPros listener.
Our next sessions will be starting up in just a few months, so be sure to get your applications in soon!
Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
Sarah Cole is the CEO of Glazer Children's Museum in Tampa, FL. In this episode, Sarah talks about the importance of play for both children AND adults, the change in attitudes regarding museums, and curating the best content to tell a compelling story.
Have a question for the mailbag or know of a guest we should feature? Drop us a line!
Josh - josh@amusementadvantage.com
Matt - matt@performanceoptimist.com
SPECIAL OFFER
As an AttractionPros listener, we know you like to learn! That’s why we are setting aside a few spots just for you in an upcoming Mastermind program!
What is that, you might ask? The mastermind process is also referred to as group coaching, and it’s where you get meet with a small group of trusted advisors for 6 months.
You’ll be matched with other leaders of similar experience, and we will meet for an hour every two weeks over Skype to talk about current issues and trends, as well as personal roadblocks and development strategies. This is a great way to build your network AND develop stronger leadership skills.
As a special offer for AttractionPros listeners, if you mention the podcast when you sign up for the program, you’ll receive 10% off the tuition fee of $799. For more information and to start the application process, click here. Be sure to indicate in your application that you are an AttractionPros listener.
Our next sessions will be starting up in just a few months, so be sure to get your applications in soon!
Tuesday Sep 03, 2019
Tuesday Sep 03, 2019
George Deines is a Studio Director with Councilmen-Hunsaker, responsible for feasibility studies for municipal aquatic centers and waterparks. In this wide-ranging conversation, we cover topics such as refurbishing an aging pool, employee engagement, Seinfeld, airport rankings and the best way to protect a child from drowning.
To find George:
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/georgedeines
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-deines-a1a78811/
- Email: georgedeines@chh2o.com
Have a question for the mailbag or know of a guest we should feature? Drop us a line!
Josh - josh@amusementadvantage.com
Matt - matt@performanceoptimist.com
SPECIAL OFFER
As an AttractionPros listener, we know you like to learn! That’s why we are setting aside a few spots just for you in an upcoming Mastermind program!
What is that, you might ask? The mastermind process is also referred to as group coaching, and it’s where you get meet with a small group of trusted advisors for 6 months.
You’ll be matched with other leaders of similar experience, and we will meet for an hour every two weeks over Skype to talk about current issues and trends, as well as personal roadblocks and development strategies. This is a great way to build your network AND develop stronger leadership skills.
As a special offer for AttractionPros listeners, if you mention the podcast when you sign up for the program, you’ll receive 10% off the tuition fee of $799. For more information and to start the application process, click here. Be sure to indicate in your application that you are an AttractionPros listener.
Our next sessions will be starting up in just a few months, so be sure to get your applications in soon!
Tuesday Aug 27, 2019
Tuesday Aug 27, 2019
Brad Loxley is the COO of Sunworld, a company that oversees the operation of 6 unique attractions in Vietnam. At one of those attractions is the Golden Bridge, which gets rave reviews from visitors! In this episode, we dive into the finer points of operating such a popular attraction, how Luna Park (Sydney) has to be saved from near extinction, and Brad's longtime passion for motivating, inspiring and teaching others.
For more information:
And special mention: The Fish Tube
Have a question for the mailbag or know of a guest we should feature? Drop us a line!
Josh - josh@amusementadvantage.com
Matt - matt@performanceoptimist.com
SPECIAL OFFER
As an AttractionPros listener, we know you like to learn! That’s why we are setting aside a few spots just for you in an upcoming Mastermind program!
What is that, you might ask? The mastermind process is also referred to as group coaching, and it’s where you get meet with a small group of trusted advisors for 6 months.
You’ll be matched with other leaders of similar experience, and we will meet for an hour every two weeks over Skype to talk about current issues and trends, as well as personal roadblocks and development strategies. This is a great way to build your network AND develop stronger leadership skills.
As a special offer for AttractionPros listeners, if you mention the podcast when you sign up for the program, you’ll receive 10% off the tuition fee of $799. For more information and to start the application process, click here. Be sure to indicate in your application that you are an AttractionPros listener.
Our next sessions will be starting up in just a few months, so be sure to get your applications in soon!