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Ellis Aquatic Innovations, an Ellis & Associates Company, Names Aquatic Industry Veteran Mark Oostma
Ellis Aquatic Innovations, the Ellis & Associates company driving advanced technology solutions for the aquatics industry, named Mark Oostman Vice President of Operations. Mark is a 40-year veteran of the industry, most recently serving as Director of Operations, where he has been instrumental in the installation and operation of the Ellis Aquatic Vigilance System, also known as EAVS. Since launching EAVS installation just 18 months ago, Oostman and his team have established the integrated, analytic,
The Big E Announces 2024 Advertising Campaign Theme
The Big E, the seventh largest fair in North America, announces its 2024 advertising campaign, titled “United We Fair.” “The 2024 campaign aims to bring everyone together to enjoy one of America’s most beloved events – an agricultural fair,” said Gene Cassidy, president & CEO of Eastern States Exposition. “United We Fair perfectly encapsulates our commitment to providing people from all over New England (and beyond) wholesome family fun—complete with excellent food.” With stars, stripes, and The Big
Care Bears™ Gets Added to Sally’s Roster of Available Dark Rides
Sally Dark Rides and Cloudco Entertainment announce new partnershipSally Dark Rides, a leading creator of family ride experiences around the globe, has entered a marketing partnership with Cloudco Entertainment to bring a Care Bears™ family dark ride experience to the attractions marketplace. Introduced in 1982 through consumer products, greeting cards, and later a series of animated television shows and feature films, Care Bears is one of the most popular and endearing children’s properties in the world.
The McGowan Companies announce acquisition of Parks Plus Insurance
Purchase adds to McGowan’s portfolio in amusement industry In the ever-changing world of insurance, where coverage and pricing are constantly evolving, The McGowan Companies are leading the way in creating stable and cutting-edge risk management solutions for the amusement industry. During the past few years, ParksPlus Insurance of Spring Hill, Florida, has positioned itself as a thought leader in creative and aggressive property insurance solutions for amusement parks, FECs, carnivals and