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Celebrate the Change Makers

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This is where we celebrate the pioneers, the innovators, and the dreamers who are pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Apply for a Brass Ring Excellence Award and take your place among those shaping the future.

View the Brass Ring Excellence Winners

Award-Winning Innovation

IAAPA Honors gives you a front-row seat to the attractions industry’s most groundbreaking achievements. Hear directly from award-winning leaders as they share what sets them apart, the strategies behind their success, and practical takeaways you can apply to your own business. Explore insights across Marketing, Live Entertainment, Sustainability, Food & Beverage, Human Resources, and more.

Insights

In addition to the award-winner panels, hear from more of the industry’s most influential voices—leaders, innovators, and visionaries who are shaping the future of our industry every day, with the IAAPA Honors speaker line-up. The breakthroughs presented at IAAPA Honors are not just trends—they’re solutions to unmet needs in the industry. By attending, you’ll stay ahead of the competition and future-proof your business strategies.

Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Experiences

Take your experience to the next level with EDU-Tours at IAAPA Honors, offering rare behind-the-scenes access to the host's world-class operations. Gain powerful takeaways to elevate your own strategies and stay ahead of the curve.

Powerful Networking

Where else can you truly network with the people shaping the future of the attractions industry? IAAPA Honors brings together change-makers, thought leaders, and industry pioneers for meaningful conversations and connections. In a uniquely immersive environment, you'll experience the host’s culture and operations firsthand while building relationships that can inspire new ideas, partnerships, and opportunities long after the event ends.

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