By R.V. Baugus Tom Powell, most recently known as the news ambassador for the Outdoor Amusement Business Association (OABA) but forever remembered as a writer, editor, and associate publisher for Amusement Business magazine, has died at the age of 86 following complications from a fal

By R.V. Baugus Dr. Julian Maha, M.D, founder and CEO of KultureCity, understands first-hand the importance of inclusivity as he created the world’s first “start-up” non profit when his oldest son was diagnosed as autistic. Today, Dr. Maha is one of the most in-demand

By City of Fort Worth and Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority Michael E. Crum has been named director of the City of Fort Worth’s Public Events Department. He comes to his new position that he will begin in early February after a successful career as vice president for busines

By R.V. Baugus Ebony Hattix, box office manager for FedEx Forum in Memphis, was recognized along with nine other women and some fellow IAVM members in the International Ticketing Association (INTIX)’s yearly review of inspiration women. Under the heading of Ebony Hattix: A Super

By Kaitlyn Spinney When the Alerus Center in Grand Forks, N.D. wanted to position the arena and convention center as a go-to wedding destination — as well as showcase several dozen wedding vendors — they married a local couple in front of a room full of “wedding crashers.” Shelby Look