Expanded Education Conference and Learning Opportunities Offered at IAAPA Expo Asia 2019

Registration Now Open for Attractions Industry’s Premier Event in Asia Featuring DiverseEducation Sessions and In-Depth Programs

ORLANDO, Fla., US (16 May 2019) – Global attractions industry professionals will gather inShanghai, China, 11-14 June 2019, to learn from global industry experts during the robusteducation conference offered at IAAPA Expo Asia 2019 (formerly Asian Attractions Expo).The conference, which takes place at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre is ownedand produced by IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry.

Expo participants can take part in an expanded education conference that includes morethan 10 general education sessions covering a wide range of subjects including safety,marketing plans, revenue operations, human resources, visual media technology, datamining, and more. All sessions will be simultaneously translated in English and MandarinChinese, and attendees are eligible to receive eight (8) credit hours toward IAAPACertification, the official mark of professional achievement in the global attractions industry.

Attractions industry leaders from around the world will share their knowledge and insightswith conference attendees. Notable speakers include:

Australia

Jana Blackbourn, human resources manager, Luna Park Sydney

Mark Shaw, Shaw Thing Consulting

Michael Croaker, head of entertainment, Village Roadshow Theme Parks

Shaun McKeogh, ICAE, founder and president, Attractions Academy

Mainland China

Alan Kwok, director of park operations, Shanghai Disney Resort

Chef Alan Orreal, culinary director, Shanghai Disney Resort

Chris Yoshi, vice president of economics and global director of Leisure + Culture Asia,

AECOM

Doug Akers, senior director, Park Operations, Universal Beijing

Joe Relich, vice president of technical services, Universal Beijing Resort

Joe Schott, president and general manager, Shanghai Disney Resort

Leafy Li, manager, environmental affairs, Shanghai Disney Resort

Paul Pei, president, ParkAD LLC – Advisor to Theme Parks

Phil Hong, senior manager, safety, fire, and health, Shanghai Disney Resort

Shan Zong, Chinese country manager, Pro Forma Advisors LLC

William Liu, general manager, Sanderson Group

Macau SAR, China

Yik Ho, assistant vice president of resort services, Galaxy Entertainment Group

Japan

Keiji Maeda, general manager, Panasonic Corporation

Steve Tatham, vice president and general manager, Universal Studios Japan

Malaysia

J. Hong Low, founder and executive director, AGC Sports & Equipment

Philippines

Jose “Blue” Reyna III, ICAE, head of park operations division, Enchanted Kingdom

Singapore

Mika Nur Faezah, regional director, JNELC Asia

Wendi Teoh, show creator, APES

Thailand

Chris Perry, CEO, Icon Global Partners Limited

United States

Cecil Magpuri, founder, Falcon’s Creative Group

Craig Hanna, chief creative officer, Thinkwell Group

Erik Beard, managing member and general counsel, International Ride Training LLC

Franceen Gonzales, executive vice president, business development, WhiteWater West Industries

Ken Wheatley, senior director, global business development, Christie Digital

Mark Dvorchark, managing partner, Pro Forma Advisors LLC

Randy Ewing, vice president of design, Thinkwell Asia

Shawn McCoy, vice president, Jack Rouse Associates

Vietnam

Anna Danau, managing director, Hospitality Intelligence

Victor Danau, director of operations and development, Asia Pacific region, Ripley

Entertainment

Please note: General education sessions are included with registration for IAAPA members.Nonmembers require an additional fee.

In-depth Learning and Multi-Day Offerings

Attendees can also participate in additional in-depth learning programs during IAAPAInstitute for Attractions Managers and IAAPA Safety Institute.

IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers

Taking place 9-11 June, this professional development program is designed for leaders withfive or fewer years of experience in attractions management. The two-and-a-half-dayprogram offers a blend of classroom instruction led by experts, case study examinations,and small group presentations that address finance, marketing, leadership, facilityoperations, safety, and revenue operations. Participants present throughout all sessionsearn 16 credit hours toward IAAPA Certification.

IAAPA Safety Institute

On 11 June, this program provides an opportunity for attractions owners and operators tolearn about the latest developments and best practices in ride safety standards, lossprevention, risk management, ride design, and safety compliance. This program is eligiblefor credit toward IAAPA Certification.Participants earn four credit hours toward IAAPACertification.

Please note: IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers and IAAPA Safety Institute eachrequire a separate fee.

Registration Now Open for Press and Attendees

Press registration to attend and cover IAAPA Expo Asia is now open. Members of the presscan apply for credentials online at: www.IAAPA.org/expos/iaapa-expo-asia/press

To register for IAAPA Expo Asia, visit www.IAAPA.org/IAAPAExpoAsia.

About IAAPA Expo Asia

Since 1997, IAAPA Expo Asia (formerly Asian Attractions Expo) has been the premierinternational event for the multibillion-dollar leisure and attractions industry in the Asia-Pacific region. IAAPA Expo Asia takes place at the Shanghai New International Expo Centrein Shanghai, China 11-14 June, and includes a 13,000-net-square-meter trade show floor, acomprehensive industry education program, networking events, and visits to some of theregion's premier attractions. More than 8,500 attractions industry professionals from morethan 60 countries will participate in the 2019 event. @IAAPAHQ #IAAPAShanghai

About IAAPA

IAAPA is a diverse and dynamic community of global attractions professionals. As thelargest international trade association for permanently located attractions, IAAPA unifies theattractions community, connects people to learn and grow together, and strives to promotethe highest professional standards for excellence and safety around the world.

Founded in 1918, IAAPA represents more than 6,000 attraction, supplier, and individualmembers from more than 100 countries. Members include professionals from amusementparks, theme parks, attractions, water parks, resorts, family entertainment centers, zoos,aquariums, science centers, museums, manufacturers, and suppliers.

The association's global headquarters is in Orlando, Florida, US. IAAPA also maintainsoffices in Brussels, Belgium; Hong Kong, China; Shanghai, China; Mexico City, Mexico; andAlexandria, Virginia, US. To learn more, visit www.IAAPA.org or connect through socialmedia channels: @IAAPAHQ #IAAPA.

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Media Contacts:

PressOffice@IAAPA.org or +1 703/299-5127

Susan Storey: SStorey@IAAPA.org or +1 321/319-7615

Lesley Harris: LHarris@IAAPA.org or +1 321/319-7616

Vivian Yu: vivian.yu@baobab-tree-event.com

In Chinese:

Hailey Mo: hailey.mo@baobab-tree-event.com