The blooloop 50 Theme Park Influencer List 2026

The theme park industry continues to see investment and growth around the world. This would not be possible without the creative minds, visionary leaders, storytellers, designers and technologists who continuously seek to redefine what it means to be entertained.

The blooloop 50 Theme Park Influencer List aims to highlight this passion. It celebrates you, your colleagues and the work you do in creating the theme parks of tomorrow.

The ninth iteration of The blooloop 50 Theme Park Influencer List is presented in association with our good friends at SimEx-Iwerks, an industry leader creating cinematic attractions and providing a diverse portfolio of immersive films.

In past years, the list has recognised key innovators in varied roles from designers, CEOs and health and safety experts, to operations, IP owners, HR, marketing, technologists and more. Who do you think should be recognised for their work this year?

Nominations are open until the 9th August 2026.

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"Having spent much of my career in the theme park industry, it’s especially meaningful to support the blooloop Innovation Awards and celebrate the creativity and vision that continue to move our industry forward. It’s an honour to recognise those shaping the future of themed entertainment."

Sean McAllister, Senior Vice President of Attraction Development, SimEx-Iwerks