Florida Attractions Association

The registration deadline is approaching!---#FloridaAttractions and DMOs, register for #ExpeditionFAA happening Sept. 26 at ZooTampa at Lowry Park and not only gain valuable insight into branding, but discover your strengths through a special session w/ our Chairman of the FAA Board, Dan Donovan. Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/euMnpuXG

At the Florida Attractions Association, we empower members with exclusive access to cutting-edge innovations, strategic connections, vital resources, and effective political advocacy. I am proud to represent Universal Orlando Resort as the current Chairman of the FAA Board of Directors and am honored to lead such a group of talented and passionate industry leaders.

I will be facilitating a CliftonStrengths workshop as part of the new EXPEDITION FAA networking and professional development programming offered through the Florida Attractions Association. The half-day event takes place at Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park on September 26th. In addition to receiving a personalized CliftonStrengths assessment and training, the event features presentations and discussions about branding, marketing, event planning, and more. Participants will also get a behind-the-scenes tour of the Zoo and a chance to network with like-minded professionals. Registration deadline is Sept. 13th. For more information and to register, click here. https://lnkd.in/dDmGnGxb

#FAADistrictDays is underway! Invite your Legislators to your attraction now through the month of September. Sign Up Your Attraction to participate and the FAA will help you get an appointment scheduled: https://lnkd.in/eR656ZPp The FAA has also provided everything you need to host a successful legislative visit, and you can access a ton of useful resources on the FAA's website here: https://lnkd.in/gKxt6wkK #advocacy #floridaattractions #floridatourism #tourismindustry

Registration for the FAA's newest event - #ExpeditionFAA - is now open! Exclusively for #FloridaAttractions and DMOs, join us at ZooTampa at Lowry Park on September 26 to discuss your attraction's biggest asset: Your Brand! Full agenda is below, and you can get all the details and register here: https://lnkd.in/evMECPTf

Your #Advocacy Matters! --- Get ready for #FAADistrictDays 2024! During the month of September, the Florida Attractions Association will sponsor Florida Attractions District Days, encouraging our members to invite members of their country’s Legislative Delegation and other public officials to visit their attraction for an educational tour. The FAA will make it super easy and will support you every step of the way! --- Everything you need to host successful tours will be available to you next week --- Guides, templates, databases – everything. Plus – your FAA staff and lobby team at Liberty Partners of Tallahassee, LLC. are standing by to assist you. Learn more about WHY you should participate: https://conta.cc/46Geiww #floridaattractions #floridatourism

Officially announcing your newest FAA event happening September 26?at ZooTampa at Lowry Park?– #ExpeditionFAA! Delve into a captivating case study detailing the?transformative impact of #rebranding?on ZooTampa. Engage in enlightening #roundtable sessions?focusing on special #event and milestone #branding, maximizing your personal brand, and the FAA's recent rebranding efforts. The event will also include an FAA update, an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour?of ZooTampa, lunch, and a #networking reception. Don't miss this unique expedition to explore the world of rebranding. ?? Mark your calendars and stay tuned for registration opening on Tuesday, August 13. We look forward to seeing you there!

On the heels of the biggest conference in the FAA's 75-year history, we are excited to announce the dates and location for the 2025 Annual Conference! ?? June 8-11, 2025 | Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa Please add this to your calendars and plan to make the 2025 conference part of your team's professional development.?If you work in the #attractionsindustry, this is YOUR EVENT. With?30+ hours of education content specific to our unique industry,?you will participate in breakouts, roundtables and work-class keynote speaker sessions in what is?the most actionable and economical conference you will attend in #2025.?Don't forget the hours of #networking opportunities with your industry colleagues!

The 3rd Quarter Edition of the FAA's Attractions Insider Newsletter is here! -- https://conta.cc/4cwdzA9 This issue includes a special message from our new Chairman Dan Donovan, a full recap of the #FloridaAttractions 2024 Annual Conference #FAA75th; #memberspotlights w/ Everglades Alligator Farm and New Vue Solutions; Five Questions w/ FAA Board Member Kristen Stalker; exclusive offers for FAA Member attractions; and a Florida Attractions Scholarship Foundation update announcing the recipients of the 2024 #Scholarship and #professionaldevelopment grants. #floridaattractions #floridatourism

?? It's a Wrap! --- Nearly 300?attractions industry professionals and suppliers from the #SunshineState and beyond came together at the stunning World Equestrian Center in #Ocala ?June 9-12?to commemorate the 75th Anniversary Annual Conference of the Florida Attractions Association. The event featured a record number of general sessions, breakout sessions, speakers, and educational content. #FAA75th To our attendees - #thankyou for sharing in our extraordinary three days of #inspiration and #innovation. For those who missed it - we hope you'll consider your industry's annual conference an essential part of your #professionaldevelopment in 2025. Visit our recap site to view photos, download Breakout Session presentations, and more: https://lnkd.in/eTkA9wRd