SCHEDULE FOR MARCH 4-5, 2025
DAY 1
8:30-8:45 am
Coffee, donuts and networking.
8:45-9:00 am
WELCOME TO FEC SUCCESS INSTITUTE! A brief look at what is happening the next two days and exciting new things to see. Introduction of speakers and Amusement Products staff. Presented by Gary Arvedon, Account Executive, Amusement Products and Amusement Construction.
9:00-9:45 am
How to Start a FEC Business – Dutch Magrath, President of Amusement Products and Amusement Construction will share his knowledge and insights of 30+ years in the FEC business.
9:45-10:00 am
Attendee Introduction
10:00-10:30 am
How to Start a FEC Business – Dutch Magrath, President of Amusement Products and Amusement Construction
10:30-10:45 am
Break / Networking
10:45-11:00 am
Entertainment Interlude by Gary Arvedon, Amusement Products sales team.
11:00-11:45 am
The Conflict of Hiring and Retaining Front-Line, First-Time Team Members in the Hospitality Market – In today’s competitive labor market, attracting and retaining front-line, first-time team members is a challenge for hospitality leaders. Beth Standlee shares actionable strategies to overcome this conflict and build a thriving, committed workforce. Presented by Beth Standlee, author, founder and CEO of TrainerTainment
11:45-12:00 pm
Announcements
12:00-1:00 pm
LUNCH at Amusement Products. Enjoy lunch while meeting and networking with the presenters, attendees and Amusement Products staff.
1:00-1:30 am
FEC Insurance Is Like Every Other Insurance, Right? A look at what is covered and what may not be covered and how to control cost. With insurance you only get one chance to do it right. Presented by Ryan Gillenwater, Principal, FEC Insurance Agency.
1:30-2:00 pm
Designing the Perfect Park – What is the right attraction mix? Go-karts, batting cages, Spin Zone bumper cars, VR, laser tag, bowling and more. What is proven, what is new, and what could be a fad? Presented by Dutch Magrath, President of Amusement Products and Amusement Construction.
2:00-2:30 pm
Bowling Solutions for Every Space and Budget – From standard TenPin Bowling to Boutique Bowling to HyperBowling and Fly’N Ducks—our new duckpin bowling option. Plus, Highway66 Mini-Bowling—th industry leader in mini-bowling applications. Presented by Jack Siefert, Qubica/AMF
2:30-3:00 pm
Break / Networking / Group Photo
3:00-5:00 pm
WHAT’S NEW THEATER – Introduction to new and exciting products that will set your park ahead of the competition and your profits soaring!
Our Formula for Making Superior Attractions:
Durability+Ease of Maintenance+GreatLooks+Exciting Ride=SUCCESS
ATTRACTIONS INCLUDE:
Batting Cage Innovations: The Ultimate Trainer 3020 48-Speed Pitching Machines generate more profit! Pup Tent Cages= Less is more!
Electric Go Karts: The Evolution of Go-Kart Operations – How Amusement Products continually reinvents the industry!
Ride Commander: Control your way to an easier operation.
ThunderVolt Speedway Electric Operating System: The Electric Go Kart Revolution begins with the world’s most innovative operating system.
VirTech™: Award-winning revolutionary on-board self-diagnostic “Virtual Technician” on every kart!
Power Up Karting and Power Up Electric Operating System: Transform a go-kart track into a racing game!
Racing Style Go-Karts: The ThunderVolt Lightning, Model E and Model E + One – where speed and performance is everything!
Spin Zone and Spin Zone “Z” (tubeless) Bumper Cars: Bringing big park thrills to FEC’s (indoors and outdoors) – An attraction for all ages
Flip Zone Bumper Cars: The most unique bumper car in the world: Pump up the excitement with the most amazing bumper cars ever as they bump, flip and spin!
Flip/Spin Attraction: Flip Zone/Spin Zone Z combo arenas!!
5:00 to 6:00 pm
SOCIAL HOUR: Relax, network and mingle before dinner at Amusement Products
6:00-7:30 pm
Dinner at Amusement Products while networking with presenters, attendees and AP staff.
7:30 pm
Depart for Sir Goony’s Family Fun Center
7:45-10:00 pm
Hands-On Training – Your opportunity to ride, flip, spin and race our amazing attractions!
DAY 2
8:00-8:15 am
Coffee, donuts and networking.
8:15-9:00 am
Net Profit is the Goal – It’s a fun business, but your goal is NET PROFIT! Where to focus your attention for a successful FEC. Presented by Dutch Magrath, President of Amusement Products and Amusement Construction.
9:00-9:30 am
How to Make More Money Using a Debit System – Presented by Brian Duke, Senior Client Partner, Semnox.
9:30-10:15 am
Game Room Creation 101: Choosing the Right Mix for Profitability – Learn how to add huge profits to the indoor portion of your FEC by putting together the right mix of games and redemption games in your arcade. Presented by Paul Jones, Shaffer Distributing Company.
10:15-10:30 am
Break/Networking
10:30-10:45 am
Entertainment Interlude – Gary Arvedon
10:45-11:15 am
Let’s Talk about All Things Games & Redemption –Presented by Keitha McBride, Regional Account Manager, A&A Global Industries
11:15-11:45
AI for Dummies – Imagine your small business having access to the most creative, most innovative, marketing minds in the world. How about if you had the equivalent of over 1,000 marketing interns at your service 24/7. What if you could harness all of this for only $240 a year! Utilizing AI technology, specifically ChatGPT, learn how to bring your Digital Marketing plans to life in a fraction of the time. Work ON your business and not IN your business with AI. Presented by Bart Burger, Director of Marketing & Investor Success, Qubica/AMF
11:45-12:00 pm
Announcements
12:00-1:00 pm
Lunch at Amusement Products – Enjoy lunch while networking with presenters, attendees and Amusement Products staff.
1:00-1:30 pm
Building a Great Mini Golf – Presented by Bill Wilcox, Account Executive, Amusement Products and Amusement Construction.
1:30-2:15 pm
Getting from Your Dream to Opening Day – How Will I Ever Get It All Built? – This session details the process, including when to start, how long it will take, and the steps from ground breaking to opening day. Presented by Dutch Magrath, president of Amusement Products and Amusement Construction
2:15-4:00 pm
Questions & Answers/Consultations/Conclusion of FEC Success Institute
NOTE: From 9:30 am to 4:30 pm on Wednesday, Dutch Magrath, Gary Arvedon, Johnnie Stringfield, and Bill Wilcox will be available for private consultation on your project. All other presenters will be glad to meet with you individually to discuss your project. Availability is based on first come/first served with times when speakers are presenting topics to the group blocked out. Dutch will be available after dinner on Tuesday, during other presentations on Wednesday morning and during the hands-on tour at Sir Goony’s.
Thank you for visiting with us and we look forward to helping you make your dreams come true!
