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Great operators know that sustainable success is built on more than the bottom line. This session explores how high performing leaders balance financial discipline with culture, talent, and long term vision to drive lasting results. Learn why focusing solely on profits can limit growth and how the best operators create value by investing in people, processes, and purpose. Attendees will gain practical insights into making smarter decisions that strengthen performance today while positioning their organizations for the future.

Enjoy refreshments and lively conversation with your peers while you test your skills in our putting and long-drive challenges for a chance to win fantastic prizes. Every swing supports the IAAPA Foundation FEC Scholarship 2026 and helps inspire the next generation of Family Entertainment Center leaders. **To participate in the IAAPA Foundation Charity Mini Golf and Long Drive Event on 2/1, a separate ticket is required. You must also be registered for the IAAPA FEC Summit to participate.

Join us as we tee off IAAPA FEC Summit 2026 with a warm and energetic welcome reception. Connect with fellow operators over drinks and light bites, and take a swing at our Best Golf Attire Costume Contest. Whether you show up looking ready for the green or channel your inner mini-golf mascot, bring your most creative golf-themed look

In today’s competitive family entertainment center landscape, even small revenue leaks can have a big impact on profitability. This session equips FEC operators/owners with a practical framework for identifying underperforming attractions, pricing models, and ancillary revenue streams from games and attractions to food, parties, and memberships.Attendees will learn how to diagnose what’s holding revenue back, uncover hidden opportunities within existing operations, and implement targeted fixes that drive measurable results. With real world examples and actionable strategies, this session helps operators turn overlooked or struggling revenue streams into stronger, more reliable profit drivers without sacrificing guest experience.