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Extreme Engineering announces new COO and key promotions
xtreme Engineering has appointed Rob Wyatt to the role of chief operating officer. With more than 30 years of experience in global design and project management, Wyatt is known for his focus on leading entertainment project developments to deliver solutions that provide commercial success and mutual benefit to the location’s area and local culture. Wyatt has applied his philosophy and expertise across global award-winning complex projects for theme parks, attractions, museums, aquariums, and corporate centres. He is an active member of the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA), the International Council of Shopping Centres (ICSC), and IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry. Wyatt holds a Master of Fine Arts from California State University, and a Bachelor of Arts from Southern California College.
Island Theme Park. “We partnered with Sony Pictures in order to achieve an authentic experience that will be the first attraction of this level in Russia, in one of the world’s leading theme parks.” “In line with our growing Location Based Entertainment strategy, Dream Island Theme Park has done a fantastic job bringing this beloved brand to life and giving audiences the unique opportunity to transport themselves into the thrilling world of Hotel Transylvania,” said Jeffrey Godsick, EVP of Global Partnerships and Brand Management and Head of Location Based Entertainment at Sony Pictures Entertainment. In addition to the Hotel Transylvania ride,
Rob Wyatt
The global supplier and creator in family-friendly attractions has also promoted two internal leaders. Phil Wilson has been promoted to the position of chief development officer and Kris Benken to vice president of business development.
guests will also find a “Tavern of Fear” snack bar, a “Vampire’s Bite” burger cafe and “Transylvania Treasures,” a gift store filled with Hotel Transylvania themed souvenirs and memorabilia.
Phil Wilson has been with Extreme Engineering since its inception in 1995, when he founded the company with his father, Jeff. Through Phil’s creativity and marketing communications, Extreme Engineering has become a globally recognised name, earning significant awards including “Best New Product” five years in a row, along with 16 international amusement industry awards to date. In his new role, he will oversee all strategic partnerships, global marketing, fabrication services, custom attraction development and new product concepts. A natural marketer and ambassador for the global attractions industry, Wilson is an active volunteer with IAAPA, having served on the Board of Directors and several committees. He is also a member of the TEA. Wilson holds a Bachelor of Arts from California State University and is an IAAPA Certified Attractions Executive (ICAE). Kris Benken joined Extreme Engineering in 2015, and quickly grew in his leadership and salesmanship skills, applying them to projects around the world. A Florida native, he spent the early part of his career working in the hospitality industry and later managing several amusement attractions. In his role, Benken will lead all adventure ride sales, sales
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support and sales strategies. He is also a member of TEA and serves on IAAPA committees. Benken holds a Bachelor of Arts from Florida State University. “We are
excited by these announcements, which will help us in our next chapter of continued growth and
success," said Jeff Wilson, founder and CEO, Extreme Engineering,
Kris Benken
WhiteWater starts construction of Europe's largest
Endlesss Surf Pool WhiteWater has started its latest project, Europe's largest Endless Surf Pool, which is now accompanied by visualisations from Munich architects Maisch Wolf Architekten. Chris Boehm, SURFTOWN MUC CEO, said: “We are thrilled and proud to get closer each day to our dream of surfing near Munich. My sincere thanks go to the municipality of Hallbergmoos, which has accepted the challenges of our forward-thinking project with remarkable pioneering spirit.”
Josef Niedermair, Hallbergmoos mayor, added: “For the municipality, SURFTOWN MUC is a historic opportunity that everyone can benefit from. On a political level, we have done our best to ensure that this extraordinary project can be realised in our town. Once again we are proving that Hallbergmoos is capable of courageous and forward-thinking steps.” The 180-metre-long surf lagoon is powered by Endless Surf technology. The model is designed to be flexible in terms of operating configurations and customisable wave production, producing a ‘peeling wave’ along its length, resulting in a 20-second ride for surfers.
Tornado Springs opens
Danish theming firm MK Themed Attractions assisted UK family park Paultons Park in getting its brand-new themed area, Tornado Springs, ready for 12 April by producing and delivering customised props for the entire area.
Michi Mohr, chief surfing officer, said: “At the core of all our planning is the unique surfing experience, which should provide visitors – from absolute novices to Olympians – a safe environment for everything that makes this sport such a passion. And that includes an innovative surf school and coaching concept for beginners, intermediate surfers and pros, in addition to a relaxed and cool ambience and additional outdoor sports facilities.”
“Rob is the right choice for our executive team with his strong track record of innovation, execution, producing excellence that drive results for clients. Phil and Kris are incredible professionals who understand the attractions industry. They have remained forward-focused, especially as we have worked through the global impact of COVID 19. Phil understands the attractions industry better than anyone I know and will continue to push us in new ways. Kris always puts his clients’ needs first and will remain committed to identifying new client solutions to meet their ever-changing needs.”
and experiences, all with a heavy Midwestern US theme. The majority of the themed elements were produced and delivered by MK Themed Attractions. Guests will be immersed in the new area completed with themed signs, props, objects, and coasters, all telling the unique story of Tornado Springs.
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to say that it has been a pleasure working with Paultons Park. From the very beginning the visions and ambitions Paultons Park had sounded exciting, and a project we at MK Themed Attractions have loved being a part of. We look forward to seeing the impression the new area Operations director at Paultons
are so pleased to finally open the park and welcome guests to explore Tornado Springs, our largest single investment here at Paultons Park. We wanted to introduce a spectacular and immersive themed area
The surrounding buildings continue the water theme with a design reflective of a breaking wave. SURFTOWN MUC will provide a facility where professionals, as well as the public, can look forward to a visit with vast recreational value. With a flexible wave height design from 30cm to 2.5 meters, SURFTOWN MUC is even suitable for International Championships. Paul Chutter, WhiteWater and Endless Surf president, said: “Bringing customisable waves to an already vibrant surf community surrounding the Eisbach River will surely solidify Munich as a surfing hub for Germany and beyond. “We are incredibly honoured to contribute to this rich surf culture, alongside the dynamic team behind SURFTOWN MUC. This moment marks a huge milestone for us all and we can’t wait to start rolling out Endless Surf waves in Munich.”
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