ITPS is thrilled to bring you an exclusive episode of the ITPS I'M4FUN Podcast!Join industry icon Dennis Speigel as he dives into a fascinating conversation with Massimiliano “Massi” Freddi, the 2025 IAAPA Chairman and the CEO of Wonderwood in Italy.
In this must-listen episode, Massi shares his bold vision for IAAPA in 2025, the strategies smaller parks use to compete with giants, and the biggest challenges facing global operators today. From cutting-edge attraction trends to the future of sustainability, this discussion is packed with insights. Plus, Massi offers invaluable advice for young professionals eager to make their mark in the industry.
Don’t miss this candid, thought-provoking conversation—be sure to tune in now!

Guests:   Sara Seay, Vice President of Administration, Sales & Marketing, Premier Rides  Chloe Hausfeld, Director of Marketing & Business Development, JRA  Katrina Verweel, Tradeshow & Events Manager, WhiteWater  

Dennis Speigel welcomes three very important guests who will discuss industry-related marketing strategies and sales tactics that have been impacted by the events of the last 20 months. These very special guests are Sara Seay (Vice President of Administration, Sales & Marketing for Premier Rides), Chloe Hausfeld (Director of Marketing & Business Development with JRA Design group), and Katrina Verweel, Tradeshow & Events Manager for WhiteWater West. These three very talented and experienced women join Dennis for an insightful conversation about how marketing and sales efforts have changed and how such programs are impacted moving into the future, as well as how trade shows and expos have been impacted and what trends can be expected in the years to come.

Dennis Speigel welcomes Ash Smart, Chief Financial Officer at Harbour Park in the United Kingdom. Ash’s family has owned and operated the park since 1977, but the family link to the entertainment industry spans back to 1910 with a single-hand cranked roundabout. This was followed by a traveling funfair, a touring big top show, a safari park, and now Harbour Park, which is a seaside amusement park / FEC offering outdoor and indoor attractions. Ash is highly involved in IAAPA and currently serves on its board of directors. With this depth of family history and roots in the amusement industry, Ash shares his unique insights on how European family-run parks and seaside operations have adapted, and discusses the outlook for the future, not only in the UK, but in Europe.