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TEA INSPIRE is open to all industry professionals as well as students participating in TEA's NextGen initiative. This larger, broader forum brings together this year's international Thea Award honorees to present Case Studies to review the memorable milestones in their development process, meant to educate and inspire. Honorees share anecdotes, insights, and issues critical to the success of their projects. The curtain is pulled back on each project to reveal the owner's dreams, design strategies, fabrication challenges and the final guest experience.
STUDENT PRICE: TEA INSPIRE is open to all industry professionals as well as students participating in TEA's NextGen initiative. This larger, broader forum brings together this year's international Thea Award honorees to present Case Studies to review the memorable milestones in their development process, meant to educate and inspire. Honorees share anecdotes, insights, and issues critical to the success of their projects. The curtain is pulled back on each project to reveal the owner's dreams, design strategies, fabrication challenges and the final guest experience.
Join in on an evening of thrills, fun and surprises during the INSPIRE The Night Event at Universal Studios Hollywood with exclusive access to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™. Your ticket entitles you to a three-hour in-park experience, including hosted food and soft drinks including the infamous Butterbeer , cash bars with (2) hosted drink tickets per person, dessert and coffee stations, plus exclusive access to included rides, attractions, and shops. We invite everyone to attend in their favorite attire and bring your interactive wand or buy one at the park to enjoy all the immersive magic this area has to offer. The evening will including a viewing of Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle.
In the ever-evolving landscape of themed entertainment, leaders face unique and complex challenges that require not only technical expertise but also creative and strategic foresight. This forum will encourage participants to bring their most pressing issues to the table, from project management hurdles and creative blockages to resource constraints and evolving guest expectations.
Key Areas of Focus:
• Candid Problem-Solving: Leaders will share real-world scenarios and challenges, inviting open discussion and collective brainstorming to explore new solutions.
• Peer-to-Peer Knowledge Sharing: Interactive panels and round tables will enable participants to share successful case studies, lessons learned, and best practices that have propelled their projects and teams forward.
• Building a Stronger Network: The forum aims to create a supportive community where members of the TEA can continuously rely on one another, fostering long-term partnerships and collaborations.
• Innovation Through Experience: Topics will highlight how leveraging the collective experience of seasoned leaders can ignite fresh perspectives and drive innovation within our industry.
Attendees will engage in roundtable discussions that emphasize practical takeaways and strategic insights. The forum’s format ensures that every participant leaves with not only new ideas but also strengthened connections to peers who understand the challenges and triumphs of the themed entertainment industry.
“What’s Your Problem?” promises to be an empowering gathering where leaders can break down barriers, learn from one another, and enhance their problem-solving toolkit to lead their teams with renewed confidence and creativity.
March 12, 2025
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Sessions
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm | Evening Reception
The TEA Spotlight Sessions highlight trends in themed entertainment, inspired by 2024 Recognition of Merit* recipients and highlighting stories and learnings from each project team. This year’s sessions explore innovative formats, areas of growth, and emerging markets in the themed entertainment industry.
*The TEA Recognition of Merit is a newly created industry spotlight, serving to elevate creators, projects, and experiences for broader industry awareness, learning, and growth