Anthony Palermo

Short biography

Anthony is a co-founder of Connect&GO, a leading global provider of attraction management software and wearable guest experience solutions for the leisure industry. As a finalist for EY Entrepreneur of the Year, he has overseen the deployment of some of the world's largest RFID experiential activations for top brands like VISA, Pepsi, HBO, Amazon, and Warner Bros, at high-profile events such as the Super Bowl, Formula 1, the Olympics, and SXSW. Connect&GO, based in Montreal, specializes in amusement and water parks, zoos, and attractions and has ranked 9th among the Fastest Growing Technology Companies in Canada on the 2018 & 2019 Growth 500. The company has also received numerous awards for technology innovation. Anthony has been recognized as one of BizBash's Most Innovative People in the events industry and is a frequent speaker at conferences. He chairs the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions' IDEA (Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility) Task Force, which highlights his commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion. Additionally, Anthony serves as an ambassador for the John Abbott College Alumni Foundation, an International Advisory Council Member for McGill's Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship, and an advisor to various start-ups. Beyond his work in the tech and business world, Anthony is also a firefighter and first responder in the town of Hudson, Quebec, demonstrating his dedication to public safety and community service.