Yiannis Cabolis is director of technology innovation at Electrosonic, a leading international audiovisual and technology services company. He has played a key role in reimagining and enhancing the theme park experience for over three decades, by asking ‘What if?’ and then applying technology in unique new ways.
In his role at Electrosonic, he makes sure that theme park operators benefit from the best possible solutions. He monitors developing technologies, maintains awareness of best practices, drives research and development and strengthens industry and vendor relationships.
He is also passionate about developing future talent in the industry, providing mentoring for people at all levels and managing Electrosonic’s START program for new professionals. This is designed to fast-track their careers so that they can make an effective contribution to theme park solutions.
In addition, Cabolis is a member of Innovation Garage – a group of Electrosonic technologists and thought leaders focused on pushing the boundaries of technology and exploring the way developments in complementary industries are redefining the contribution of technology. He often shares his knowledge with the industry through events like webinars and podcasts. For instance, in 2022 he provided insight into how technology has been used to create immersive experiences at three popular visitor attractions in blooloop’s Hyper-stimulating the Guest Experience with Immersive Technology Innovation Session.
During his career, he has worked on several high-profile theme park projects across the globe, including projects that went on to be honoured with Thea Awards from the TEA. This includes Attraction of the Year for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, Theme Park of the Year for Warner Bros. World, Abu Dhabi, an Award for Outstanding Achievement for Universal Spectacle Night Parade in Osaka and Attraction of the Year on a limited budget for Snorri Touren at Europa Park.