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June 28 | Boot Camps

Growing Leagues in Any Business Model

Robin Marshall

Sunday, June 28 at 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

This full-day Boot Camp takes a deep dive into the system to provide you with the tools and techniques necessary to meet your league goals, regardless of the season. No matter how much or how little skill you have in league development, the guidance in this system will make you a better, more proficient and more confident bowling center owner, operator, manager or league coordinator.

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Developing Your Annual Marketing Plan

Kelly Bednar

Sunday, June 28 at 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

You will walk out of this full-day Boot Camp with an annual marketing plan to put into practice at your facility. Plus, you will discuss managing inventory to maximize sales, learn how to maximize your monthly planning sessions and set goals using action plans.

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Leveling Up with Canva: Save Time and Money from Basics to Best Pratices

Roger Coles

Sunday, June 28 at 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

This full-day Boot Camp will help you get professional-looking results when you are short on time. Canva makes it simple. Whether you’re brand-new to the platform or already a casual user, this session will walk you through the essentials and share best practices that help you design faster and smarter. You’ll leave confident that you can step up your Canva game, saving time while creating polished, impactful materials with ease.

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Lane Maintenance is More Than Just Pushing the Button

Nick Hoagland

Sunday, June 28 at 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

This full-day Boot Camp will be off-site and will have limited space. Take a deep-dive into the world of lane maintenance to better understand how a great lane maintenance program can help you retain bowler, attract new bowlers and make the experience match your customer. Oiling lanes is more than just pushing the button on a machine. Learn some best practices from Nick Hoagland, the lane maintenance expert. (Maximum of 15 Attendees)

June 29 | Workshops

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From Fighting Fires to Focused Leadership

Jason Brooks

Monday, June 29 at 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Running a center shouldn’t feel like an endless cycle of putting out fires, yet that’s the reality for many owners and managers. This session helps leaders shift from reactive to proactive with simple systems that restore focus, structure, and consistency. Through real-world examples and hands-on exercises, participants learn to identify where time is lost, build habits that stick, and empower their teams to perform independently. The workshop blends practical tools with coaching insights to redefine effective management in a fast-paced, people-driven business. Attendees leave with a clear plan to reduce stress, strengthen accountability, and build a center that runs smoothly, even when they’re not there.

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Digital Marketing for Local Pro Shop Operators

Monday, June 29 at 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Digital marketing is more than just posting a picture or video on Facebook.  Learn how to put together and execute a digital marketing strategy for your pro shop. 

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Leading the Next Generation Workforce

Jason Brooks

Monday, June 29 at 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

Today’s bowling center workforce is younger, faster, and more value-driven than ever, yet many leaders still manage using playbooks from another era. This session helps owners and managers bridge that gap by learning how to lead, coach, and communicate in ways that connect. Through hands-on discussion and real bowling center examples, participants discover what motivates younger employees, why old-school tactics fall short, and how to build a culture of trust and accountability that lasts. Attendees will practice feedback conversations, apply new coaching tools, and leave with a simple plan to engage and retain their team through leadership.

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Pro Shops: More Than Just Balls, Bags & Shoes

Monday, June 29 at 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

A pro shop is more than just a place to sell bowling equipment.  Learn and share ideas on how to make the pro shop the heart of a center to build new bowlers and generate more business. 

June 30 | Seminars

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Connecting Across Generations: Improving Workplace Collaboration, Communication, and Engagement

Hannah Ubl

Tuesday, June 30 at 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

Generational diversity is one of your biggest advantages, if you know how to harness it. This session reveals how each generation thinks and communicates and provides practical tools to improve teamwork, strengthen relationships, and build a workplace where everyone feels valued.

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Marketing with Your Merchandiser

Paula Rinker

Tuesday, June 30 at 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

Your cranes and merchandisers can do more than award prizes—they can market your center. Discover simple strategies to use these machines to promote offers, drive repeat visits, and strengthen the overall impact of your gameroom.

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Boldness: Your Competitive Edge in the Age of AI

Fred Joyal

Tuesday, June 30 at 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

AI is powerful, but it can’t replace bold leadership. This engaging session reveals how simple, science-backed practices can help you act with confidence, generate ideas, and lead with authenticity. Learn how to train your brain for boldness and unlock a competitive edge no algorithm can match.

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The Pulse of the Pro Shop Industry

Tuesday, June 30 at 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

Get up to speed on the latest forces impacting the pro shop industry.  This session breaks down what’s happening now, what’s coming next, and what operators should be watching. 

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The Desination Workplace Leader

Betsy Allen-Manning

Tuesday, June 30 at 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

In this high-impact session, Betsy shares a proven blueprint for creating a workplace people want to be part of. Learn how to strengthen your culture, elevate team engagement, retain top talent, and lead with character in a competitive labor market.

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The Prize is Right: The Business Impact of Redemption Inventory

Megan Burtch

Tuesday, June 30 at 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Redemption inventory isn’t just about prizes—it’s a profit engine. Join industry experts Megan Burtch and Jason Mitchell as they break down how accurate inventory management strengthens margins, improves guest satisfaction, and keeps your redemption center running smoothly. Gain proven tools and a step-by-step framework you can implement immediately.

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Sell the EXPERIENCE - What Your Customers Really Want

Dustin James

Tuesday, June 30 at 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

In this high-impact session, Dustin reveals how focusing on the customer experience and not the latest trend, creates loyal guests and long-term success. Learn how to deliver unforgettable moments, elevate every touchpoint, and keep bowlers coming back again and again.

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The Pro Shop Proprietor Relationship

Tuesday, June 30 at 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Looking at and understanding the dynamics between pro shop operators and proprietors to work together.  Growing your business can be accomplished by coordinating your efforts to grow bowlers which translates to sales for both. 

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Unlock Impact & Influence: The 5 Levels of Leadership

Danny Gruening

Tuesday, June 30 at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

If you want stronger team performance, you must grow your leadership influence. In this session, you'll learn the five levels of leadership and how to use them to motivate others, improve collaboration, and drive results across your organization.

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Increasing Revenue and Profitability for Foodservice Operations

Matthew Murray

Tuesday, June 30 at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Discover practical strategies to boost foodservice revenue and profitability. Learn how smart menu design, intentional product sourcing, and efficient space utilization can help you meet evolving guest expectations while maximizing every dollar.

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Using AI to Attract and Keep Customers

Michael McCann

Tuesday, June 30 at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Your next loyal customer is already out there—AI helps you reach them first. In this session, you’ll learn how to use AI-driven tools to target families, schools, and community groups with hyper-local marketing, deliver personalized birthday and league offers, create content instantly, and track customer behavior to boost loyalty and repeat visits.

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Small Center Pro Shop Growth

Tuesday, June 30 at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Being in a small center can be challenging, but there are ways to grow your Pro Shop business.  Learn how to make the most of your space and keys for success. 

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Smart Buy Savings Showcase

Education Talk

Tuesday, June 30 at 3:15 PM - 3:40 PM

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Food for Thought - Examples & Ideas for Kitchen Redesigns

Education Talk

Tuesday, June 30 at 3:15 PM - 3:40 PM

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Proprietor Interview - Technology

Education Talk

Tuesday, June 30 at 3:15 PM - 3:40 PM

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Driving Pro Shop Traffic without Losing the Personal Touch

Education Talk

Tuesday, June 30 at 3:15 PM - 3:40 PM

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Training Your Team Made Simple

Education Talk

Tuesday, June 30 at 3:55 PM - 4:20 PM

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Transitioning to an FEC Case Study Results

Education Talk

Tuesday, June 30 at 3:55 PM - 4:20 PM

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Small Center Panel Discussion - What Matters Most

Education Talk

Tuesday, June 30 at 3:55 PM - 4:20 PM

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Pro Shop & Proprietor Panel

Education Talk

Tuesday, June 30 at 3:55 PM - 4:20 PM

 

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