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🌍 Sustainability Trends 2024: Leading the Way to a Greener Future 🌍
🌍 Sustainability Trends 2024: Leading the Way to a Greener Future 🌍
By Richard Lindhorn, ICAE
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VivoAquatics State of Market Study on Risks, Challenges and Trends in Managing Recreational Water at Resorts, Hotels and other Commercial Facilities
VivoAquatics State of Market Study on Risks, Challenges and Trends in Managing Recreational Water at Resorts, Hotels and other Commercial Facilities
By Richard Lindhorn, ICAE
Contributions
Activity
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Martin Aquatic Design & Engineering’s Blue Mar Basins lagoons to anchor Carnival’s Celebration Key. https://lnkd.in/ecet7vuV
Martin Aquatic Design & Engineering’s Blue Mar Basins lagoons to anchor Carnival’s Celebration Key. https://lnkd.in/ecet7vuV
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For many years, we have worked with excellent third-party researchers (thanks to Alan Love and Ken Kolosh) to collect responses from operators around…
For many years, we have worked with excellent third-party researchers (thanks to Alan Love and Ken Kolosh) to collect responses from operators around…
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I began my career 30 years ago at the iconic Mirage. I was so honored to graduate and enter the Management Associate Program (MAP) to learn the ins…
I began my career 30 years ago at the iconic Mirage. I was so honored to graduate and enter the Management Associate Program (MAP) to learn the ins…
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Experience & Education
Licenses & Certifications
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ICAE- IAAPA Certified Attractions Executive
International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA)
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ICAL -Certified Attractions Leader
International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA)
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Publications
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12 Biz Development Strategies To Help Teams Discover New Ideas
Forbes
In a world where consumer and marketplace needs are constantly changing, there's no guarantee that what is trending today may not be long gone tomorrow. If you are a business development professional, knowing where to invest your company's time and money next is a big deal if you are trying to create long-lasting partnerships and innovations that could change your company's future for the better.
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20 Often-Overlooked But Effective Business Development Strategies
Forbes
The right business development strategies can make all the difference in your company's growth and long-term success. However, some of the most effective strategies—like getting feedback from your frontline workers and nurturing existing customers—can easily fall by the wayside.
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Nine Ways To Boost Your Brand Through Culture And Entertainment
Forbes
If you are a company trying to break into a brand-new market, it's key to spend time learning about the target audience you'd like to serve. Biz development leaders must demonstrate their ability to connect authentically through active listening and asking the right questions to help solve unmet pain points in their local community.
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13 Retail Trends Biz Dev Leaders May Want To Consider
Forbes
Even if they’ve been able to lead a successful brand for many years, seasoned biz development executives need to keep an open mind when it comes to trusting in some of the current retail trends. They can be smart ways to introduce your brand to people who are unfamiliar with your products and services.
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VivoAquatics Launches Water Usage Platform to Provide Critical Monitoring and Leak Detection
Pool Magazine
Leading water management solution company VivoAquatics has launched a new smart water usage and leak detection platform to help facilities and portfolios meet corporate conservation targets while reducing the risks and costs associated with leaks. Through the integration of water meters, sensors and software, the new platform monitors water across all core facility functions including main lines, cooling towers, irrigation, kitchen, pools & spa and other core areas.
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Ensuring the Safety and Compliance of Commercial Pool Water with Cloud Technology
Cloud Awards
Commercial facilities face plenty of challenges in maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for their guests. It’s no secret that pools pose inherent safety hazards, with guests running the risk of being exposed to harmful chemicals or acquiring an infection. This is why factors such as unbalanced pH levels, low (or high) chlorine levels, and cloudy water can all cause a failed pool safety inspection.
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IoT Swims Laps Around Traditional Commercial Pool Maintenance
IOT For All
The Internet of Things (IoT) has been a game-changer for commercial pools with achievements transforming the way we currently monitor, maintain, and ensure the safety and compliance of water and equipment. The use of sensors, AI, and data for real-time monitoring of chemicals, equipment status, and water temperature and quality has vastly improved how pools are managed overall, with cloud-based technology swimming laps around manual pool maintenance by making it ‘smarter’.
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19 Ways Sales Teams Can Ensure Customer Data Security
Forbes
Across industries, the security of customer data is a key concern for sales teams. As organizations embrace advanced technologies to streamline their sales processes, there is an increased risk of data breaches and cyber threats. Fortunately, there are many ways to mitigate this risk and ensure your customers' data is secure, from adopting cutting-edge encryption measures to fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness.
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16 Ways To Boost Brand Awareness And Return-To-Website Rates
Forbes
If you want to succeed in business in today's digital world, there's no way around it (even if you are leading a business that is strictly brick-and-mortar): You have to make your business presence felt online. Engaging with people through social media platforms and other networking opportunities will eventually drive traffic back to your company website.
Projects
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Water Usage and Leak Detection IOT
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Property wide sub-metering and leak detection is here! We are excited to launch “conservation” as a new product suite in our industry leading VivoPoint application. Track water and usage across cooling towers, irrigation, pools, kitchens, towers and more. Tested with some of the world’s most recognized brands, VivoPoint will now save you water, energy and related costs while mitigating risks and structural damage
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Project AI- Blu
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This latest AI breakthrough in water management rolls a maintenance technician, chemist and sustainability expert into one accessible tool.
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Vivo IQ
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IQ and Business Sustainability Intelligence data solutions
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VivoPoint Reimagined
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Updated UI and analytics.
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Website and Marketing Launch
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Complete responsibility to build marketing infrastructure from scratch and align previous efforts. Onboarded a support team of 12 in copy, design, SEO, web, sales enablement, PR etc. Reworked all messaging and GTM efforts. Created and implemented a top of funnel, sales enablement structure, process and team incorporating sales development reps.
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VivoConnect
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Creation of new IOT hybrid hub. Responsible for design, project management, implementation.
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VivoAquatics E-Commerce
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Responsible for design, buildout, Procurement integration, project management.
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Wizarding World Of Harry Potter
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Blue Man Group/Sharp Theater
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Green Is Universal
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Halloween Horror Nights
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Rip Ride Rockit
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Simpsons The Ride
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Honors & Awards
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Green Leadership Award
NBC/Universal
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Excellence in Leadership Award
Universal Orlando Resort
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Million Dollar Club
Goodwill Industries International
Languages
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
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Chinese
Elementary proficiency
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Spanish
Limited working proficiency
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Korean
Elementary proficiency
Organizations
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Global Sustainable Tourism Council
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SaaS Ecosystem Alliance
Member
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Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals
Member
- PresentHospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) established in 1952, is an international, nonprofit association, headquartered in Austin, Texas USA, with offices in the United Kingdom, The Netherlands and Dubai. HFTP is recognized as the spokes group for the finance and technology segments of the hospitality industry with members and stakeholders spanning across the globe.
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AAHOA
Board Committee Member
- PresentAAHOA is the largest hotel owners association in the nation. The nearly 20,000 AAHOA members own 60 percent of the hotels in the United States. AAHOA Members are responsible for 1.7 percent of the nation’s GDP. With billions of dollars in property assets and over one million employees, AAHOA members are core economic contributors in communities across the United States.
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Sun and Pool
Board Member
- PresentAs a Board Member, I provide strategic guidance and oversight to help Sun and Pool navigate complex issues, identify new growth opportunities, and build strong relationships with key stakeholders. With a focus on innovation, customer-centricity, and continuous improvement, I am passionate about helping Sun and Pool stay ahead of the curve and deliver exceptional experiences for its clients.
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International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions
Member/ Committee Member
- PresentIAAPA is the premier trade association representing the diverse and ever-changing attractions industry. For over a century we have connected companies of all sizes, and people of all levels, to provide meaningful experiences for their guests around the world.
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