Rookies and Newcomers

Next Program Date:
Sunday, Nov. 11 - Monday, Nov. 12, 2012 in Orlando, FLorida USA in conjunction with IAAPA Attractions Expo 2012

Rookies and Newcomers is a soup-to-nuts program for those thinking of entering the family entertainment center (FEC) business or for those who have just begun operations. The one-and-a-half-day program looks at everything from researching your market to how to conduct day-to-day operations. Led by experts in FEC and small business management, Rookies and Newcomers will give you the skills, tools, and know-how to take your FEC from start-up to star performer in no time.   

Tentative Schedule:
Sunday, Nov. 11, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. followed by the IAAPA Facility Tour: Fun Spot USA
AND
Monday, Nov 12, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Topics include:

• Why Perform a Feasibility Study?
• Business Plans: The Heart of Your Project
• Financing 101
• Game Rooms: Choosing the Right Design
• Trends in FEC Designs
• Putting Your Profit and Loss statement to Work For You
• ABC's of Insurance
• Hiring, Managing, and Motivating
• Marketing Your Business in the Fast Lane
• Food and Beverage: Your Key To Profits
• Group and Outside Sales Tune-Up
• Attraction Selection

Registration Fee Includes:

• IAAPA Attractions Expo 2012 Registration
• Sunday evning IAAPA Facility Tour: Fun Spot USA
• Course tuition and support materials
• Daytime meals and refreshments
• Certificate of completion

Invited Faculty:

• Dorothy Lewis, President, Maxx Fun of PA
• Richard Sanfilippo, President, Sam’s Fun City
• Kim Davis, RLA, ASLA, President, Davis and Davis Inc., Recreational Planning Consultants

Fee: IAAPA members $329, nonmembers $429
Advanced Registration Required. Space is limited.

 

Registration will open in late May through the IAAPA Attractions Expo 2012 webpages.

 

Rookies and Newcomers participants see concepts 'in action' during the tour to Fun Spot USA.

Looking for more information? Contact our Education Department at +1/703-836-4800.