Funworld March 2011

Time Capsule

This retrospective on the IAAPA FEC Committee reflects on the past, present, and future of family entertainment centers and the larger attractions industry.

ON THE COVER: FEC committees, past and present, pictured in front of an N-Flatable’s Cutting Edge Creations display at IAAPA Attractions Expo 2010. Back row, from left: Don Wright, Robert Miller, Michael Getlan, Michelle Kapuscinski, Bob Rippy, Dutch Magrath, Elena Ruane, Gerry Haliburda. Front row, from left: Arne Lundmark, Tim Sorge, Ben Jones, Hank Woodburn

Photo by: Digital Imaging Direct Inc.

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FEATURES

Smaller FECs embrace card readers and online booking.

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Hybrid FEC/health clubs are gaining popularity.

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Reno’s Fun Quest finds success inside a casino resort.

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FECs are incorporating food franchises more frequently.

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Give Kids The World looks back on its first 25 years.

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P R O F I L E

West Edmonton Mall still draws crowds after three decades.

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H U M A N   R E S O U R C E S

Role-playing during training helps employees handle stressful scenarios.

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DEPARTMENTS

• Letter from the Chairman
• Quick Hits
• Out & Back
• IAAPA News

THE MIDWAY

• SPECIAL REPORT: Italy’s Etnaland adding dry rides
• SPECIAL REPORT: Is there a mobile app for every budget?
• IN BRIEF: People and Products