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Governance Leaders Donna F. Zarcone and Thomas A. Stith III Elected to NACD Corporate Directors Institute's Board of Directors

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The NACD Corporate Directors Institute® (CDI), the independent sister organization to the National Association of Corporate Directors® (NACD), today announced that Donna F. Zarcone and Thomas A. Stith III have been elected to its board of directors.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The NACD Corporate Directors Institute® (CDI), the independent sister organization to the National Association of Corporate Directors® (NACD), today announced that Donna F. Zarcone and Thomas A. Stith III have been elected to its board of directors.
  • Donna F. Zarcone, NACD.DC, is an experienced CEO and board director who currently serves on four corporate boards: CDW Corporation, Cigna Group, Duchossois Capital Management, and Quinnox.
  • "Donna and Thomas are outstanding directors with deep governance, public policy, and leadership experience who will add significant value to the growing NACD certification program," said Peter Gleason, NACD president and CEO.
  • "Thanks to the dedication of the CDI Board, NACD is setting the standard of what it means to be a well-educated director.

Christie's Joe Graziano elected to the Themed Entertainment Association's Board of Directors for Europe and Middle East Division

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Christie® is thrilled to announce that Joe Graziano, director of sales, Entertainment, EMEA, Christie, has been elected as a member of the Themed Entertainment Association's (TEA) Europe and Middle East Board of Directors. The announcement was made at the TEA's Annual Member Meeting at IAAPA 2023 in Orlando, Florida.

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  • Christie® is thrilled to announce that Joe Graziano, director of sales, Entertainment, EMEA, Christie, has been elected as a member of the Themed Entertainment Association's (TEA) Europe and Middle East Board of Directors.
  • ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Christie® is thrilled to announce that Joe Graziano, director of sales, Entertainment, EMEA, Christie, has been elected as a member of the Themed Entertainment Association's (TEA) Europe and Middle East Board of Directors.
  • To work alongside colleagues who share the same passion for this market, and to support the growth of the themed entertainment industry in Europe and the Middle East is certainly a career highlight.
  • Graziano will join the board of directors and serve a three-year term beginning January 1, 2024.

Holiday World & Splashin' Safari Unveils Gravy Boat Coaster Train at 2024 IAAPA Expo

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holiday World & Splashin' Safari unveiled the custom-designed gravy boat-shaped coach for Good Gravy!

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holiday World & Splashin' Safari unveiled the custom-designed gravy boat-shaped coach for Good Gravy!
  • "The gravy boat-shaped train is a masterpiece," said Lauren Crosby, fourth-generation owner of Holiday World.
  • On Good Gravy!, Guests will embark on a thrilling adventure aboard a train shaped like a giant gravy boat.
  • For more information about Holiday World & Splashin' Safari and the upcoming Good Gravy!

accesso® Debuts Qview(SM) Line Management Solution, Wins IAAPA Brass Ring Award for "Best New Product"

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- accesso Technology Group, the premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide, today announced the launch of Qview – an advanced, patent-pending line-counting system prepared to modernize wait time estimation for theme parks and attractions. This week, Qview was recognized as a "Best New Product" for the attractions industry by IAAPA – the largest international trade association for amusement facilities worldwide – as part of its 2023 Brass Ring Awards program at IAAPA Expo 2023 in Orlando, FL.

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  • This week, Qview was recognized as a "Best New Product" for the attractions industry by IAAPA – the largest international trade association for amusement facilities worldwide – as part of its 2023 Brass Ring Awards program at IAAPA Expo 2023 in Orlando, FL.
  • Qview leverages real-time queue images and Machine Learning technology to "count" guests in line.
  • Highly accurate, low-maintenance and cost-effective, the all-new Qview automated line monitoring platform builds on the decades of experience and industry expertise delivered by accesso.
  • For more than 20 years, accesso's virtual queuing technology has served as the gold standard in queue management for theme parks and attractions internationally.

accesso® Debuts Qview(SM) Line Management Solution, Wins IAAPA Brass Ring Award for "Best New Product"

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- accesso Technology Group, the premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide, today announced the launch of Qview – an advanced, patent-pending line-counting system prepared to modernize wait time estimation for theme parks and attractions. This week, Qview was recognized as a "Best New Product" for the attractions industry by IAAPA – the largest international trade association for amusement facilities worldwide – as part of its 2023 Brass Ring Awards program at IAAPA Expo 2023 in Orlando, FL.

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  • This week, Qview was recognized as a "Best New Product" for the attractions industry by IAAPA – the largest international trade association for amusement facilities worldwide – as part of its 2023 Brass Ring Awards program at IAAPA Expo 2023 in Orlando, FL.
  • Qview leverages real-time queue images and Machine Learning technology to "count" guests in line.
  • Highly accurate, low-maintenance and cost-effective, the all-new Qview automated line monitoring platform builds on the decades of experience and industry expertise delivered by accesso.
  • For more than 20 years, accesso's virtual queuing technology has served as the gold standard in queue management for theme parks and attractions internationally.

VenueSumo coincides debut at IAAPA with North American launch

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Australian all-in-one cloud-based venue management software provider, VenueSumo, will mark its push into the North American market with an exhibit at the International Association of Amusement Ride and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo in Orlando in early November.

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  • VenueSumo, an Australian cloud-based venue management software provider, is expanding its presence in the North American market by participating in the International Association of Amusement Ride and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo in Orlando in early November.
  • MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Australian all-in-one cloud-based venue management software provider, VenueSumo , will mark its push into the North American market with an exhibit at the International Association of Amusement Ride and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo in Orlando in early November.
  • Australian venue management software provider, VenueSumo, is making its mark in North America with a showcase at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando this November.
  • "VenueSumo is thrilled to be bringing our state-of-the-art venue management solutions to North American businesses and there's no better place to do it than IAAPA 2023."

New Study: Disney Generates $40 Billion in Annual Economic Impact in Florida and Over Quarter of a Million Jobs

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

For every direct job on-site at Disney, an additional 1.7 jobs are supported across Florida.

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  • For every direct job on-site at Disney, an additional 1.7 jobs are supported across Florida.
  • Disney revenues and off-site visitor spending contributed to $12.1 billion in total labor income in fiscal year 2022.
  • The study, which was commissioned by Disney, also reflects the economic impact of Disney Signature Experiences in Florida, including Disney Vacation Club and Disney Cruise Line.
  • If history is any indication, when Disney invests in Florida, its residents and businesses benefit.

Massivit to Showcase at IAAPA Expo the Company's First Flame-Retardant 3D Printing Material Available for Use with 10000-G

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Monday, November 13, 2023

LOD, Israel, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Massivit 3D Printing Technologies (TASE: MSVT), a leading provider of industrial 3D printing systems, has announced the company will release a newly available flame-retardant 3D-printing material, CIM 84 , at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando taking place on November 14-17. This casting material, now available for use with the company's Massivit 10000-G additive manufacturing system, provides a long-awaited response to the entertainment industry's demand for digital fabrication in accordance with industry flame-retardancy regulations.

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  • LOD, Israel, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Massivit 3D Printing Technologies (TASE: MSVT), a leading provider of industrial 3D printing systems, has announced the company will release a newly available flame-retardant 3D-printing material, CIM 84 , at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando taking place on November 14-17.
  • This casting material, now available for use with the company's Massivit 10000-G additive manufacturing system, provides a long-awaited response to the entertainment industry's demand for digital fabrication in accordance with industry flame-retardancy regulations.
  • CIM 84 is the first 3D-printing material certified for ASTM E84 Class A fire & safety requirements – a regulation demanded by major theme parks and entertainment venues.
  • At the IAAPA Expo, attendees will be able to experience live printing sessions on the Massivit 10000-G system at the Massivit Booth #1674 throughout the course of the event.

New Study Reveals How Attractions & Entertainment Destinations Must Adapt to the Visitors of Today & Tomorrow

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Friday, November 10, 2023

PHOENIX, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- To better understand the guest mindset, behavior, and expectations within the attractions industry, LaneTerralever, a marketing and customer experience agency, and the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) partnered to conduct a national study of 1,497 attraction visitors and interviews with a range of attraction industry executives. The Leisure Consumer Trends Report reveals key findings that "traditional" attraction operators and entertainment destinations can apply to attract and retain visitors.

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  • The Leisure Consumer Trends Report reveals key findings that "traditional" attraction operators and entertainment destinations can apply to attract and retain visitors.
  • New attractions, new consumer offerings, new events, and festivals - all designed to create fresh and unique memories for guests year-round."
  • The Socializers: Like the Raving Fans, these mostly Gen Z visitors look for attractions they can enjoy with friends.
  • The Report contains 50+ pages of key insights and data, along with specific recommendations for operators of all types of attractions and entertainment destinations.

Apple Industries to Reveal Their Most Significant Photobooth Technology in Their 50 Year History at IAPPA EXPO in Orlando Nov 14-17

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Friday, November 10, 2023

GREENVALE, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Apple Industries, Manufacturer of FacePlace Branded Photobooths, the world's largest photobooth manufacturer will showcase their cutting-edge technological advancements at the upcoming IAAPA EXPO, the premier global event for the attractions industry.

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  • We've done this by scrupulously optimizing our 'comic' image transfer model, the AI model that performs the artistic comic filter on the customer.
  • That same technology is inside the new 'Photoma Mini' which will be making its debut at IAPPA to appeal to smaller locations like bars and restaurants.
  • This is particularly beneficial for large accounts like movie theater chains," says Sr. Technology Director Jesse Weisberg.
  • Apple Industries offers a range of licensed products alongside the Photoma like Disney, NASCAR, and MLB themed photo booths which perform exceptionally well.