COVID-19 and the evolution of the family entertainment centre

Pandemic allows FECs to reflect and reinvest in new forms of entertainment

3rd Mar 2021 Attractions business

FEC leaders discuss the impact of COVID-19 and pathways out of the crisis

Brent Bushnell, CEO and co-founder of Two Bit Circus, Fernando Eiroa, CEO of CircusTrix and David McKillips, CEO of Chuck E. Cheese discuss the impact of the pandemic.

16th Feb 2021 Attractions management

Does Glytch have the formula for esports LBE dominance?

No one doubts that esports is going to be massive, but we have yet to see this mainstream spectator sport take off in arenas.

12th Jan 2021 Attractions technology

Adapting to crisis and putting the guest first: Zeina Dagher of Emaar Entertainment Group

Blooloop speaks to Zeina Dagher of Emaar Entertainment Group, the company that manages a world-class portfolio of leisure attractions at The Dubai Mall

21st Dec 2020 Attractions management

Digital education at the IAAPA Expo: Virtual Education Conference 2020

The first IAAPA Expo: Virtual Education Conference featured over 25 sessions with insights from industry experts on a variety of topics.

24th Nov 2020 Attractions technology

Shaun McKeogh: nine ways to achieve operational excellence

Industry veteran Shaun McKeogh gives insights into how to succeed in the attractions sector, with a list of nine top tips for achieving operational excellence.

11th Nov 2020 Appointments

Contactless technology and hygiene solutions help attractions thrive after COVID

COVID-19 has had a huge impact on the attractions industry around the world. Now, locations are beginning to reopen and many suppliers are stepping up to help businesses adapt to the new normal. Many suppliers and vendors were quick to pivot and offer extra services during the pandemic, showing the resilience of the attractions industry. […]

2nd Nov 2020 Attractions management

A fun Halloween boo-tacular and a bright future for Chuck E. Cheese

CEC Entertainment, the parent company of iconic US FEC chain Chuck E. Cheese, appointed David McKillips as its new chief executive officer in January.

29th Oct 2020 Covid-19