This event is SOLD OUT and there will be no waitlist.
Saturday, Nov. 11: 4 p.m.-7 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 12: 8:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 13: 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. / 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Join more than a dozen experts in family entertainment center (FEC) management as they share insights and experiences on how to develop, plan, and run an FEC. IAAPA Rookies and Newcomers: FEC 101 is a soup-to-nuts program for those who want to enter this industry as an FEC operator, or for those who want to expand their network and brush up on the critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed to grow their business. The one-and-a-half-day program looks at everything from how to research your market to how to conduct day-to-day operations. It also includes a welcome reception and behind-the-scenes tour at Main Event , the EDUTour to Fun Spot America, and reserved seating at Monday's Lunch and Learn event.
Topics covered in the program include: Developing Your Company Culture; Facility Design and Trends; Feasibility Plans; Business Planning; Game Room Layout; Financial Management; Risk Management; Hiring, Managing, and Motivating Staff; Sales and Marketing; Social Media; Web Design; Food and Beverage Operations; and Attractions Mix.
IAAPA CERTIFICATION: 14 credit hours
SCHEDULE:
Saturday, Nov. 11
4 p.m.-7 p.m. Welcome reception at Main Event. (No transportation is provided for this event.)
Sunday, Nov. 12
8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Classroom Learning (OCCC)
6 p.m.-9:30 p.m. EDUTour: Fun Spot America and dinner
Monday, Nov. 13
9 a.m.-12 p.m. Classroom Learning (OCCC)
12 p.m.-2 p.m. Lunch and Learn Networking Event (OCCC. Reserved Seating.)
2 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Educational Electives for IAAPA members
7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. FEC Reception at Hyatt Regency Hotel
FOOD AND BEVERAGE: Daytime meals and refreshments. Dinner at Fun Spot America on Sunday.
TRANSPORTATION: Transportation is not provided to the Welcome Reception. Transportation is provided for the EDUTour to Fun Spot America. For that event, buses depart the OCCC South Concourse at 6 p.m. Buses depart Fun Spot America to return to the OCCC at 9:30 p.m. Participants may drive to Fun Spot America.
NOTES: Must be 18 or older to attend. Separate ticket and Expo badge required for entry.
COST: US$450 IAAPA members; US$600 nonmembers. Tickets should be purchased in advance as space is limited and may sell out. Course fee includes: IAAPA Attractions Expo registration for one, course tuition and support materials, daytime meals and refreshments, Saturday social event at Main Event, EDUTour and dinner at Fun Spot America, reserved seating at Monday’s Lunch and Learn Event and a certificate of attendance.
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SUPPORTING SPONSOR: FetchRev