Letter from IAAPA: Working Together

It’s hard to believe it’s already August, and the world continues to move through the unforeseen challenges and profound impacts brought upon by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

While personally and professionally we are affected by this crisis in many ways, we continue to take necessary precautions to adapt our lives and businesses for the protection of our families, employees, and guests. As recovery begins and we see progress with attractions reopening and welcoming back guests, we also remain vigilant in implementing new health and safety measures to provide safe experiences for everyone. 

As an association, IAAPA finds solutions through meaningful conversations and strong collaboration. Now more than ever, it’s important that the global attractions industry’s voice is heard to ensure important needs are considered as we move forward. IAAPA’s global advocacy efforts are critical during this time as we focus on working with members, other associations, and local governments to help our industry financially recover from this global crisis. Navigating advocacy initiatives around the world can be complex, requiring local knowledge of evolving issues to understand what action is needed. The IAAPA team works alongside our members to understand the challenges they are facing affecting their safety, well-being, and success to effectively advocate on important issues on their behalf.

IAAPA strives to provide valuable member benefits and services, including various COVID-19 resources and strong advocacy and government relations support. We are committed to communicating and collaborating with our global members and strengthening partnerships with other associations, allowing us to address issues impacting us all and make important changes. Working together, we will begin the recovery process for attractions around the world. 

With sincere gratitude for your continuous support and collaboration,

Hal McEvoy

President and CEO

IAAPA