BOB ROGERS, WILL KOCH, DON CLAYTON, AND DANIEL BURNHAM INDUCTED INTO IAAPA HALL OF FAME

(Nov. 16, 2010) – Today, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) inducted Bob Rogers, Will Koch, Don Clayton, and Daniel Burnham into the IAAPA Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame honors leaders, legends, and pioneers for their significant and lasting contributions to the worldwide attractions industry. The awards were presented Tuesday, Nov. 16 during the Kickoff Event for IAAPA Attractions Expo 2010 Conference and Trade Show in Orlando, Florida.

"This year's class of inductees into the Hall of Fame honors some of the attractions industry's most outstanding visionaries," said Tim O'Brien of Ripley Entertainment and 2010 chairman of the IAAPA Hall of Fame and Archives Committee. "Their creative accomplishments and contributions entertained our grandparents many years ago and will do the same for our great grandkids for many years to come."

Bob Rogers, BRC Imagination Arts
Over the course of his 40-plus-year career in the attractions industry, Bob Rogers has always created magic. His first job was working in the Magic Shop at Disneyland; his most recent accomplishment was on a bit grander scale—overseeing the creative development of two pavilions at World Expo 2010 in Shanghai that dazzled more than 10 million visitors in just six months.

Rogers is the founder and chief creative officer of BRC Imagination Arts, based in Burbank, California. His firm has won hundreds of awards while working with such high-profile clients as Ford, General Motors, NASA, Universal Studios, Volkswagen, and The Walt Disney Company.

One of Rogers' signature creations, "Holavision," debuted at World Expo 1986 in Vancouver as part of his "Spirit Lodge" show and allowed live actors to interact with "floating" images.

Though Rogers' career began in theme parks, he has since branched out to other forms of visitor attractions. A pioneer of "experience museums," recent critically acclaimed projects include the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois, and the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex near Orlando, Florida.

About the IAAPA Hall of Fame
The IAAPA Hall of Fame was established in 1990 to celebrate outstanding achievement and contributions to the growth and development of the amusement park and attractions industry; an industry that, like few others, depends on the imaginations, talents, and vision of its dream builders.

Since that time, dozens of industry pioneers have been honored, including: Walt Disney (Walt Disney Company); Milton Hershey (Hersheypark); Bo Kinntorph (Liseberg); Franz Mack (Mack Rides/Europa Park); George Millay (Wet 'n Wild); Jay Stein (Universal Studios Florida); Geoffrey Thompson (Blackpool Pleasure Beach); and Antonio Zamperla (Zamperla).

The IAAPA Hall of Fame inductees are not chosen by virtue of their personal success alone, but rather for significant contributions to the entire industry, their community, and the world.

To be considered for the IAAPA Hall of Fame, a nominee must:

Have been associated with the attractions industry for a minimum period of 10 years.

Have been associated with a theme or amusement park, waterpark, family entertainment center, zoo, aquarium, museum, science center, casino, resort or other attraction, manufacturer, supplier, designer, or attractions industry consultant.

Have contributed to the industry at large, in addition to his/her own company, in the fields of innovation, leadership, and/or education that has proved to be of value and will continue to be of value to the industry in the future.

Have made significant contributions to the knowledge and literature of the industry; the design or invention of material, equipment, processes or technical services; or provided outstanding service to associations, companies, and organizations affiliated with the attractions industry.



About IAAPA
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) is the premier trade association for the attractions industry worldwide. Founded in 1918, IAAPA is the largest international trade association for permanently situated amusement facilities and attractions and is dedicated to the preservation and prosperity of the attractions industry. IAAPA represents more than 4,000 facility, supplier, and individual members from more than 90 countries. Member facilities include amusement/theme parks, waterparks, attractions, family entertainment centers, zoos, aquariums, museums, science centers, resorts, and casinos. IAAPA is a nonprofit organization. Revenue generated for the association by its involvement in trade shows and other activities are returned to the association to fund services for its members and the industry. The association's global headquarters is in Alexandria, Virginia, United States. The association maintains regional offices in Brussels, Mexico City, and Hong Kong. www.IAAPA.org

ABOUT BRC IMAGINATION ARTS
Founded in 1981, BRC Imagination Arts is the leader in the design, creation, and production of innovative and immersive educational, entertainment, and brand experiences. BRC projects have consistently exceeded the expectations of clients and visitors, and have a proven track record of economic sustainability and the industry's best record for on time, on budget performance. BRC clients include Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, Adler Planetarium, Disney, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, NASA, Universal Studios, and The Empire State Building. With offices in California, The Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, BRC has been honored with over 250 international awards for creative excellence including two Academy Award nominations, and 12 Thea Awards for Outstanding Achievement in themed entertainment. The company is currently engaged in major projects in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East.



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