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Jim Futrell has been fascinated with the history of the amusement industry for most of his life. He has authored ten books on the industry along with dozens of articles for industry trade publications. He began overseeing IAAPA’s Oral History Project in 2005 and currently serves as IAAPA’s Historian in addition to being Historian for the National Amusement Park Historical Association (NAPHA). Connect with im on LinkedIn.

Michael is the managing editor of Funworld at IAAPA. With 20 years in the attractions industry, he has also volunteered in his free time with the National Amusement Park Historical Association. Connect with him on LinkedIn. 

Avery Matteo is the associate editor of Funworld at IAAPA. An Orlando-based writer and editor with more than four years of experience supporting educational institutions, nonprofits, and associations, she is honored to spend her days illuminating the people and experiences that comprise the attractions industry. In her free time, she enjoys traveling to new attractions across the globe. Connect with her on LinkedIn.

Scott is the director of global editorial at IAAPA. The six-time Emmy Award-winning journalist enjoys visiting creative attractions of all kinds—and meeting the professionals behind them. Connect with him on LinkedIn.