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International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) Designates Mackenzie Coburn as a Certified
The International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) is proud to announce that Mackenzie Coburn, Sponsorship Sales Manager, of Eastern States Exposition has been designated as a Certified Fair Executive (CFE) during the 2026 IAFE Management Conference. Eastern States Exposition Sponsorship Sales Manager Mackenzie Coburn with her Certified Fair Executive (CFE) plaque. “We are thrilled to congratulate Mackenzie Coburn on this outstanding achievement in earning the prestigious CFE designation,”
RWS Global, a world leader in live entertainment and sports, announces executive leadership transition
RWS Global, a world leader in live experiences across entertainment and sports, today announced that Founder, Chairman & CEO Ryan Stana will transition to Executive Chairman. Current Chief Operating Officer Jake McCoy has been appointed Interim CEO. The transition was announced by Stana with the support of Bluestone Equity Partners, RWS Global’s minority investor, as well as the company’s Board of Directors. RWS Global is headquartered in New York, London, Cincinnati, Shanghai, Orlando, Sydney, and
WhiteWater Is Selected as the Exclusive Global Water Attraction Vendor for Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterparks™
American Resort Management, LLC, the official licensor of the five recently-announced Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterparks™, is partnering with Vancouver-based manufacturer, WhiteWater, to be the exclusive global water attraction vendor for all future locations. Mattel will be bringing its beloved characters and brands to life through immersive aquatic destinations together with these partners. With the biggest portfolio of water attractions in the industry—encompassing water slides, aquatic play, waves,
ProSlide Appoints Gabi Salabi as Chief Commercial Officer
Global industry executive joins ProSlide to advance commercial strategy and execution amid continued growth ProSlide, a global leader in water ride innovation, today announced the appointment of Gabi Salabi as Chief Commercial Officer. Salabi will lead ProSlide’s global commercial strategy, supporting continued momentum across key markets and strengthening relationships with the company’s partners worldwide.A seasoned executive in the global attractions industry, Salabi brings extensive experience with
