Webinar: Ready to Win-Why You SHOULD Apply for a Brass Ring

The Brass Ring Awards are the most prestigious professional honors awarded to member facilities, marking excellence throughout the international attractions industry. Named for the rings given to carousel riders at the very first amusement parks, the IAAPA Brass Ring Awards are a symbol of achievement.

This webinar will guide IAAPA members through the essentials of the Brass Ring Excellence Awards: what they are, why they matter, who should apply, and how to showcase your team’s standout work. Whether you’re new to the submission process or ready to elevate your application game, this session provides the insight, inspiration, and practical tools you need.

From dazzling live shows to sustainable design, innovative human resources to stunning visual merchandising—there’s a category for every strength. And every story deserves to be celebrated.

Learning objectives: 

• Identify the purpose, history, and impact of the IAAPA Brass Ring Excellence Awards
• Understand the award categories and eligibility criteria across all areas of operations
• Navigate the submission process, including deadlines, documentation, and judging criteria
• Articulate the value of recognition for staff, brand credibility, and industry visibility
• Apply practical tips to create compelling, competitive entries that reflect authentic excellence

A question-and-answer session will follow the webinar. 

Attendees are eligible to earn one continuing education unit (1 CEU) towards IAAPA recertification. For more information about IAAPA Certifications, please contact Alissa DeMeglio.