Category: Aquatics
Episode 278 – Wess Long talks about the role of a lifeguard, experiential learning, and client-centric solutions
Join your fellow AttractionPros and never miss another update! Wess Long is the President of StarGuard ELITE, an aquatic risk prevention agency that is internationally recognized for its elite training, […]
Episode 183: Rick Hunter talks about innovation, career development and being hot as a pistol
Rick Hunter is the Chairman and CEO of ProSlide Technology, who has pioneered nearly every major water ride innovation in the industry for the past 30 years. ProSlide is committed […]
AP Podcast – Episode 148: RAC Carroll talks about being an educator, making it work, and how one phone call changed his life
RAC Carroll is the SVP/COO of Ellis & Associates, an international aquatic safety and risk management consulting firm dedicated to the prevention and elimination of drowning. RAC, as he is […]
AP Podcast – Episode 136: Natalie Livingston talks about her rants, finding opportunity in every situation and why she is known as Water Safety Mama
Natalie Livingston is the President and Founder of ALIVE Solutions, where she and her business partner are dedicated to “keeping people and operations alive and well”. In this episode, Natalie […]
AP Podcast – Episode 129: Franceen Gonzales talks about her safety journey, giving back and doing what you love
Franceen Gonzales is Executive Vice President, Business Development for WhiteWater West Industries. She has enjoyed an amazing career in the waterpark industry, and in this episode she shares how she […]
AP Podcast – Episode 118: Chris Perry talks about loyalty, unusual job titles and the importance of speaking up
Chris Perry is the Vice President, Perfect Day Islands – Operations for Royal Caribbean. No stranger to the attractions industry, Chris shares his insight on company culture, the operator/vendor relationship […]
AP Podcast – Episode 105: George Deines talks about municipal aquatics, airport amenities and the correct pronunciation of his name
George Deines is a Studio Director with Councilmen-Hunsaker, responsible for feasibility studies for municipal aquatic centers and waterparks. In this wide-ranging conversation, we cover topics such as refurbishing an aging […]
AP Podcast – Episode 20: Terri Adams talks about Schlitterbahn’s approach to innovation, managing multiple properties, and her own leadership philosophies
Terri Adams, COO of Schlitterbahn Waterparks and Resorts, shares incredible insight into the history of Schlitterbahn, their approach to innovation and building what families want, and also about the pebbles […]