Over the next four months, AMOA will host a digital marketing webinar series led by Taylor McGlamery, the director of marketing for TrustWorkz. On Nov. 11, the topic will be “Unlock the Power of Your Google Business Profile”; on Dec. 2, it’s “The Digital Trust Checklist for Small Businesses”; on Jan. 12, it’s “Website Mistakes Costing You Customers”; and on Feb. 9, it’s “Marketing on a Budget: Free Tools That Help You Compete.” Each webinar is scheduled from 10-11 a.m. Central time. To learn more and register, visit www.amoa.com.
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Scott “The Freezer” Frost will serve as a VNEA promotional ambassador, the Valley National 8-Ball League Association reported. “A legendary competitor with an extraordinary career spanning decades, Scott has established himself as one of the most talented, knowledgeable and entertaining players in the game,” VNEA said. “Now, after years of competing against the world’s best, Scott is turning his attention toward something equally rewarding – helping others become better pool players!” Frost will promote the VNEA through his brand-new podcast called Frost Unfiltered and will travel internationally with the World 9-Ball Tour and closer to home making appearances at several…
Elaut Group will be at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando from Nov. 17-20 with the E-Claw 2.0 running on their E-Claut cloud platform, plus the Wonka Claw. They’ll be in booth S3200. “Last year, we introduced E-Claw 2.0 and Wonka Claw to a select group of customers,” explained Elaut Group CEO Eric Verstraeten. “This year, we’re excited to bring that experience to everyone. We’re always looking for ways to improve the player experience while giving operators the tools they need to succeed. With E-Claut, we’re continuing that commitment, and Orlando is the perfect place to show what’s next.”…
Digital Centre’s latest exclusive AI technology will be on full display in booth S419 at the upcoming IAAPA Expo. The company says the tech maximizes revenue, works offline and provides AI transformations in just 3 seconds. For operators, it’s free. Seasonal designs are included. Learn more about the company’s Eclipse, Halo and Alpha photo booths at the show or visit www.digital-centre.com.
In support of the educational program at IAAPA Expo, Kevin Williams of KWP and The Stinger Report will give a presentation in the “What’s New Showcase” booth (W2869) called “LBE XR – Advancing Trends.” It’ll highlight new immersive XR technology development, looking at trends represented at the trade show and in the wider industry. The presentation will be on Nov. 18 at 1 p.m. To see the full IAAPA agenda, visit www.iaapa.org/expos-and-events/iaapa-expo/agenda.
AMOA was in their Chicagoland backyard from Oct. 28-29 for On the Road, an educational program that featured a tour of Stern Pinball’s factory and a slate of seminars. Topics for those sessions included info on cranes and redemption, AI marketing strategies for small businesses, legislative tips for protecting location-based entertainment and generational shifts in the workplace. The final day wrapped up with the timely themed “Monster Mash Bash” Product Showcase, where there association said “attendees connected with exhibitors, explored products and services and continued conversations with industry peers.” Click here to see the full list of participating companies and…
Dave & Buster’s will be “Doom & Buster’s” from Nov. 16 through Jan. 31 at locations nationwide in celebration of the Marvel Studios film Avengers: Doomsday. The movie is in theaters Dec. 18. Visitors can expect: “immersive Doomsday Zones, Collectible Power Cards, exclusive Marvel merchandise, themed prizes, a lineup of cocktails and mocktails and DOOMHOUR, a surprise hour in which D&B Rewards members earn double tickets on green-swipe games.” MARVEL Cosmic Invasion and Avengers: Roller Race & Battle are a couple of the games that’ll be highlighted, as well as an Avengers-themed photo booth. You can click here to read…
The three-day IATP Annual Conference in mid-September welcomed 425 attendees, 67 exhibiting companies, 54 speakers and 30 education sessions. Overall attendance went up about 26% from 2025, the association reported. “Seeing our members come together in Clearwater was incredibly rewarding,” said Alexis Kierce, the executive director of IATP. “The growth in park attendance was exciting, but what stood out most was the level of participation. People weren’t simply attending sessions or walking the exhibit hall – they were asking questions, sharing experiences, making introductions and learning from one another. That sense of community is what makes the IATP Conference special.”…
Industry veteran Tim Acord’s podcast, FECTALK, is coming up on its 100th episode. The podcast “discusses the challenges, opportunities and evolving business practices that shape today’s amusement and family entertainment operations.” “One of the reasons I started FECTALK was to share the knowledge and experiences I’ve gained over more than three decades in this business,” Acord said. “Our industry is filled with talented people and incredible opportunities, but operating a successful amusement business takes more than simply buying games and turning them on. I wanted to create something that would offer practical information, encourage thoughtful conversations and help operators make…
Sacoa Cashless System said they will highlight two major innovations at the upcoming IAAPA show in Orlando. The company will be at booth S4416. One is Sacoa Kwik Solutions (SKS), a serverless payment and revenue management platform designed for smaller amusement operations and route operators. Another is Spark+, an upgrade that brings additional contactless payment options to existing Spark readers. To learn more, stop by the booth or email [email protected]; www.sacoacard.com is the best place to go to see additional details.