Board of Directors
IAAPA is governed by a board of directors that supervises, directs, and controls the policies and programs of the association. Each has a fiduciary duty to be loyal to the association, act in its best interests, avoid conflicts of interest, maintain the confidentiality of association information, and avoid utilizing the office for personal gain. The 25 directors are chair, first vice chair, second vice chair, immediate past chair, treasurer, president/CEO, 15 elected facility or life member directors, three manufacturer and supplier member directors, and three advisory board member directors.
2019 OFFICERS
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David Rosenberg, ICAE |
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Amanda Thompson OBE, ICAE |
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Ken Whiting, ICAE |
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Hank Salemi, ICAE |
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Hal McEvoy |
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Andreas Andersen, ICAE |
- DIRECTORS
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Richard Carroll, ICAE (2019)
Sr. Vice President / COO
Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc.
United StatesMassimiliano Freddi (2019)
VP Strategic Development
Leolandia
ItalyAhmad Hussain (2019)
Deputy CEO
DXB Entertainments
United Arab EmiratesRob Norris (2019)
President
Seabreeze Park
United StatesPaul Norton (2019)
General Manager
Silverwood Theme Park - Boulder Beach Water Park
United StatesMiikka Seppala (2019)
CEO
Sarkanniemi
FinlandTed Molter, ICAE (2019)
Chief Marketing Officer
San Diego Zoo Global
United StatesRobert Williams, ICAE (2019)
General Manager
Calaway Park
CanadaChip Cleary, ICAE (2020)
Senior Consultant
Europa-Park GmbH & Co Mack KG
United StatesAdrea Gibbs, ICAE (2020)
Managing Director
Planet Aqua Group
United StateVGP Ravidas (2020)
Managing Director
VGP Universal Kingdom
IndiaDan Aylward (2020)
Director of Operations
Crayola Experience
United StatesPhil Wilson, ICAE (2020)
Executive Vice President
Extreme Engineering
United StatesAsh Smart, ICAE (2021)
Deputy Managing & Financial Director
Harbour Park
United KingdomAnne Rashford (2021)
Director, Special Exhibitions
Museum of Science and Industry
United StatesBob Rippy, ICAE (2021)
President
Jungle Rapids/Wrightsville Farms Management
United StatesFranceen Gonzales ICAE (2021)
EVP, Business Development
Whitewater West Industries
United StatesLuciana Periales, ICAE (2021)
CEO
Neverland
ArgentinaLuke Riley (2021)
Senior Vice President, International Development
Village Roadshow Theme Parks
Hong Kong
Applications are open for the 2020 Board of Directors!
The IAAPA Board of Directors sets the strategic direction and provides oversight for the association. Its work derives from IAAPA’s mission, vision, and values. Each board member represents a particular constituency perspective and region and advocates for IAAPA and the industry. Board members are visionary strategic thinkers who appreciate the value of the global attractions industry IAAPA represents. Each board member has a fiduciary duty to be loyal to the association, to act in its best interest, to avoid conflicts of interest, to maintain the confidentiality of association information, and to refrain from using the board for personal gain.
Board members must be currently employed by IAAPA-member companies that maintain their membership throughout the individual's term on the board.
Open Positions
- Facility Member Directors (4 open positions)
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The IAAPA Board of Directors sets the strategic direction and provides oversight for the association. Its work derives from IAAPA’s mission, vision, and values. Each board member represents a particular stakeholder perspective and advocates for IAAPA and the industry. Board members are visionary strategic thinkers who appreciate the value of the global attractions industry IAAPA represents. Each board member has a fiduciary duty to be loyal to the association, to act in its best interest, to avoid conflicts of interest, to maintain the confidentiality of association information, and to refrain from using the board for personal gain.
Requirements
- Current member of an IAAPA member facility and has maintained that membership for at least one year
- Spends at least 50 percent of her/his time in the operations of a facility as an owner or employee
- Conversational English language skills
Time Commitment
IAAPA holds three in-person board meetings each year (March, September, November) plus one board call. In-person board meetings may last one to two days and are held around the globe. Board members are expected to attend every meeting. Additional conference calls may be scheduled as necessary.
Facility Member Directors can expect to spend two to three hours a month in their role as a member of the board outside of board meetings.
Facility Member Directors hold three-year terms.
Travel Reimbursement
IAAPA reimburses all board members for all travel expenses (airfare, hotel, meals, and incidentals) for two board meetings. A stipend is given for the third board meeting, which is held in conjunction with IAAPA Expo. The stipend is as follows: For board members located in the United States, Mexico, and Central America, the stipend amount is $500; for board members located in South America, the stipend is $1,500; for board members located in EMEA, the stipend is $1,500; for board members located in Asia Pacific, the stipend is $2,500.
- Manufacturer and Supplier Member Directors (1 open position)
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The IAAPA Board of Directors sets the strategic direction and provides oversight for the association. Its work derives from IAAPA’s mission, vision, and values. Each board member represents a particular stakeholder perspective and advocates for IAAPA and the industry. Board members are visionary strategic thinkers who appreciate the value of the global attractions industry IAAPA represents. Each board member has a fiduciary duty to be loyal to the association, to act in its best interest, to avoid conflicts of interest, to maintain the confidentiality of association information, and to refrain from using the board for personal gain.
Requirements
- Current member of an IAAPA member manufacturer or supplier company
- Spends at least 50 percent of her/his time as the owner or employee of a manufacturer or supplier company
- Conversational English language skills
Time Commitment
IAAPA holds three in-person board meetings each year (March, September, November) plus one board call. In-person board meetings may last one to two days and are held around the globe. Board members are expected to attend every meeting. Additional conference calls may be scheduled as necessary.
Manufacturer and Supplier Member Directors can expect to spend two to three hours a month in their role as a member of the board outside of board meetings.
Manufacturer and Supplier Member Directors hold three-year terms.
Travel Reimbursement
IAAPA reimburses all board members for all travel expenses (airfare, hotel, meals, and incidentals) for two board meetings. A stipend is given for the third board meeting, which is held in conjunction with IAAPA Expo. The stipend is as follows: For board members located in the United States, Mexico, and Central America, the stipend amount is $500; for board members located in South America, the stipend is $1,500; for board members located in EMEA, the stipend is $1,500; for board members located in Asia Pacific, the stipend is $2,500.
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Past Chair Director (1 open position)
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IAAPA’s Board of Directors set the strategic direction and provide oversight for the association. Their work derives from IAAPA’s mission, vision, and values. Each board member represents a particular stakeholder perspective and advocates for IAAPA and the industry. Board members are visionary strategic thinkers who appreciate the value of the global attractions industry IAAPA represents. Each board member has a fiduciary duty to be loyal to the association, to act in its best interest, to avoid conflicts of interest, to maintain the confidentiality of association information and refrain from using the board for personal gain. Find the full position description here.
Requirements
- Current member of IAAPA
- Previously served as chair for IAAPA’s Board of Directors
- Conversational English language skills
Time Commitment
IAAPA holds three in-person board meetings each year (March, September, November) plus one board call. In-person board meetings may last one to two days and are held around the globe. All board members are expected to attend every meeting. Additional conference calls may be scheduled as necessary.
Past Chair Directors can expect to spend two to three hours a month in their role as a member of the board outside of board meetings.
Past Chair Directors hold three-year terms.
Travel Reimbursement
IAAPA reimburses all board members for all travel expenses (airfare, hotel, meals, and incidentals) for two board meetings. A stipend is given for the third board meeting, which is held in conjunction with IAAPA Expo. The stipend is as follows: For board members located in the United States, Mexico and Central America, the stipend amount is $500; for board members located in South America, the stipend is $1500; for board members located in EMEA, the stipend is $1500; and for board members located in Asia Pacific, the stipend is $2500.
- Treasurer (1 open position)
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The IAAPA Board of Directors sets the strategic direction and provides oversight for the association. Its work derives from IAAPA’s mission, vision, and values. Each board member represents a particular stakeholder perspective and advocates for IAAPA and the industry. Board members are visionary strategic thinkers who appreciate the value of the global attractions industry IAAPA represents. Each board member has a fiduciary duty to be loyal to the association, to act in its best interest, to avoid conflicts of interest, to maintain the confidentiality of association information, and to refrain from using the board for personal gain.
About the TreasurerThe treasurer provides oversight of the financial aspects of the association and ensures that the board receives regular financial statements and reports. The treasurer works to ensure the board of directors adheres to the goals and objectives of the strategic and business plans. The treasurer advises the board and the president and CEO on financial matters. The treasurer serves as the chair of the Compensation Committee.
Requirements
- Current member of an IAAPA member facility
- Spends at least 50 percent of her/his time in the operations of a facility as an owner or employee
- Strong understanding of financial statements, profit and loss statements, internal controls and analysis of complex financial documents.
- Conversational English language skills
Time Commitment
IAAPA holds three in-person board meetings each year (March, September, November) plus one board call. In-person board meetings may last one to two days and are held around the globe. All board members are expected to attend every meeting. Additional conference calls may be scheduled as necessary.
The treasurer can expect to spend three to four hours a month in their role as a member of the board outside of board meetings.
The treasurer holds a three-year term.
Travel Reimbursement
IAAPA reimburses all board members for all travel expenses (airfare, hotel, meals, and incidentals) for two board meetings. A stipend is given for the third board meeting, which is held in conjunction with IAAPA Expo. The stipend is as follows: For board members located in the United States, Mexico and Central America, the stipend amount is $500; for board members located in South America, the stipend is $1500; for board members located in EMEA, the stipend is $1500; and for board members located in Asia Pacific, the stipend is $2500.
- Second Vice Chair (1 open position)
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The IAAPA Board of Directors sets the strategic direction and provides oversight for the association. Its work derives from IAAPA’s mission, vision, and values. Each board member represents a particular stakeholder perspective and advocates for IAAPA and the industry. Board members are visionary strategic thinkers who appreciate the value of the global attractions industry IAAPA represents. Each board member has a fiduciary duty to be loyal to the association, to act in its best interest, to avoid conflicts of interest, to maintain the confidentiality of association information, and to refrain from using the board for personal gain.
About the Second Vice ChairThe second vice chair is also an officer of the board and serves in that position for one year before moving to the first vice chair, followed by chair, and finally immediate past chair for a total of four years. This person works closely with the first vice chair, chair, and immediate past chair to understand the role and prepare her/him for the role of chair.
Requirements
- Current member of IAAPA in the Facility or Life category and has maintained that membership for at least one year
- Spends at least 50 percent of her/his time in the operations of a facility as an owner or employee
- Good working knowledge of global, regional and local trends within the industry
- Have a long-term view of the asociations strengths and weaknesses and make decisions to maximize performance
- Conversational English language skills
Time Requirements
In addition to three board meetings each year, the second vice chair will also attend the Executive and Finance Committee meetings held prior to the board meeting. The Executive and Finance Committee also has monthly conference calls. The second vice chair spends approximately five hours each month in her/his role.
Travel Reimbursement
IAAPA reimburses all board members for all travel expenses (airfare, hotel, meals, and incidentals) for two board meetings. A stipend is given for the third board meeting, which is held in conjunction with IAAPA Expo. The stipend is as follows: For board members located in the United States, Mexico, and Central America, the stipend amount is $500; for board members located in South America, the stipend is $1,500; for board members located in EMEA, the stipend is $1,500; for board members located in Asia Pacific, the stipend is $2,500.
Click here to apply for a position on IAAPA’s board
Please send questions to Karen Secker, Board and Committee Manager, at [email protected]
APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED BY FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 2019.