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IAAPA Institute for Executive Development

A premier experience for senior and rising leaders, designed to sharpen decisions, strengthen presence, and drive growth across the global attractions industry.

The IAAPA Institute for Executive Development (IXD) is the global attractions industry’s premier professional development program for leaders in senior-level roles preparing for the next step on their career path or those who have recently transitioned into executive level roles. This program is applicable to leaders from all attraction types who are ready to strengthen their strategic and organizational leadership skills. 

The IAAPA Institute for Executive Development (IXD) uses adult learning methodologies to build high-level management competencies and elevate executive decision-making.

Course Agenda:
  • 2 full days of in-person learning
  • Lunch and Dinner included
  • Networking Breakout Sessions
  • Executive Roundtable
Course Topics:
  • Building Executive Presence and Influence
  • Guiding Teams That Thrive
  • Developing Leaders at Every Level
  • Executive Resilience and Sustainable Leadership
  • Strategic Financial Planning
  • Leveraging Technology for Executive Decision Making
This course is right for you if…
  • You are a senior leader ready to take the next steps in your career.
  • You are an executive who has recently transitioned into your role (three years or less).
  • You have worked in the attractions industry for 7 or more years.
  • You are interested in:
    • Developing your executive leadership style.
    • Building a strong and healthy team culture.
    • Transitioning your mindset from managing operations to shaping strategy.
    • Redefining existing knowledge for future-focused decision-making.
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Note: completion of this program is valid for 10 credits towards IAAPA Certification renewal

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