Instructor-Led Learning

Leadership Essentials

A new 10-week virtual program, created with GoalMakers, that equips attractions leaders with executive skills in leadership, management, and finance.

IAAPA Education Institute of Executive Development

Institute for Executive Development

A new professional growth experience for senior and emerging leaders in the attractions industry, dedicated to advancing leadership excellence and global industry impact.

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Why IAAPA Institutes?

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Get more from your learning with unique and invaluable experiences designed for attractions professionals that goes beyond the virtual classroom.

Engage: Learn directly from industry experts through interactive sessions and discussions.
Experience: Explore real-world examples, best practices, and behind-the-scenes attraction tours.
Connect: Build relationships with attractions professionals from around the world.
Grow: Step away from the day-to-day and focus on building skills that move your career forward.

IMMERSIVE LEARNING FOR EVERY CAREER STAGE

Institute for Executive Development (IXD)

Strengthen your leadership and strategic impact.

Institute for Attractions Professionals (IAP)

Build a strong foundation for your attractions career.

IAAPA Safety Institute

Develop practical knowledge to strengthen safety.

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Connect, learn, and explore the attractions industry in your region.

Regional Summits

IAAPA Regional Summits combine behind-the-scenes attraction experiences, insights from regional leaders, emerging trends, and valuable networking, all designed to bring new ideas back to your organization.

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IAAPA Expo brings education and industry expertise together with opportunities to learn, connect, and experience the attractions industry firsthand.

Expos

EDUSessions: Explore key industry topics and practical insights with industry experts.
EDUTalks: Get quick, focused ideas and inspiration in bite-sized presentations.
EDUTours: Go behind the scenes of leading attractions and see best practices in action.
Learning Lunches: Connect with peers while hearing insights from industry leaders.
Institutes & Symposiums: Dive deeper through immersive learning and earn recertification credits.

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Tackle the industry’s most pressing challenges with IAAPA Forums.

Forums

Gain practical insights from industry experts, explore real-world solutions, and connect with peers around critical topics shaping attractions operations and management.

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Bring Your FEC or LBE Vision to Life!

IAAPA Expo Rookies: FEC 101

Learn from experienced FEC and LBE professionals as they share practical insights into planning, designing, developing, and launching a successful operation. This multi-day program gives aspiring and new owners the knowledge and framework to turn an idea into reality.

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