Mechanics 102 for Proprietors
Dave DiRito / John Isbell
Dave DiRito and John Isbell will be presenting a seminar for the proprietor that deals with the many aspects of bowling center maintenance and mechanical operations. This will be an informative session that addresses such topics as pinsetter maintenance, bowling center maintenance, frames per stop, inventory levels, the changing duties of the head mechanic, how to work closer with your mechanic, and the basics of training your staff. Dave and John will offer suggestions that apply to both the new and “experienced” proprietors/managers, in both large and smaller centers.
Monday, JUNE 23, 2008
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Where the Ball Meets the Lane
Gus Falgien / Del Warren
Understanding the "TOTAL" Environment!
Pro-Shop/Mechanic Survey, Exploring various types of lane surfaces. How pin-carry affects scoring pace, topography and its effect on ball reaction. A closer look at modern lane conditioners, The anatomy of a lane pattern - Length, Volume, Ratios, and level of
Difficulty. Bowling Balls of today and how they match with certain to certain Patterns, Identifying the 5 different types of Bowler Pattern Development - Why women can score higher than men on some challenging patterns.
GRAND FINALE - "Meet BUCK, the customer from hell!"
GOALS OF THE SEMINAR:
Develop an open dialog between the two most important people in charge of bowler's satisfaction - the pro-shop operator and the lane man! So employees working on different ends of the business can learn more about each others job responsibilities and how they affect each other. And, help your customer strike more and increase bowler retention!
Small Center Seminars
Monday, JUNE 23, 2008
2:45 - 4:15 pm
Making Redemption Work in Small Centers
Industry Panel
See how small centers can make redemption games an affordable and trouble free income source. A panel of game makers and vendors will tell you how to have a small number of games with a self contained prize vendor to cut down on space and labor. You will also be shown the option of owning vs. vendor partnerships.
Monday, JUNE 23, 2008
4:30 - 6:00 pm
Creative Promotions for Night Clubs
Patrick Henry
Don't miss Patrick Henry's exciting seminar. Patrick, a pioneer and leader in the food & beverage industry, will lead you through the important steps of planning, production, implementation and an evaluation of successful food & beverage promotions. He will share examples of his company's award winning menu designs, proven beverage training tools and innovative programs. His seminar creates excitement, energy and proven results! You will see easy to execute promotions that will increase your sales.
Tuesday, JUNE 24, 2008
8:45 - 10:15 am
Financial Reporting for Small Centers
Wally Hall
Increasing profitability by keeping score on your center performance through the financial results. Interpreting the financial statements and using them to guide action plans that create improved operations. Maximizing the potential of small bowling centers by exploiting their strengths and overcoming their weaknesses.
Tuesday, JUNE 24, 2008
10:30 - 12:00 pm
Increasing Snack Bar Sales
Jeff Forester
Jeff Forrester, BPAA / Sysco Account Manager, will take an in-depth look at several ways to increase the food and beverage sales in our center. We will also discuss things we can do to help our patrons make the decision to eat while they bowl. Review marketing strategies and hot new food trends that are making waves in restaurants around town. As the costs associated with the food business go up, finding tools that we can use to ensure profits is very important.
Tuesday, JUNE 24, 2008
1:15 - 2:45 pm
Get MORE Done, In LESS Time, With HIGHER Quality, and LESS Stress
Andy Masters
Dedication in your career, family, and other activities can be very rewarding-but also very stressful, and sometimes overwhelming. Join Author/Speaker Andy Masters, as he will show you in 1.5 hours how to spend MORE time on the items which are MOST important to you in your work and your life. Andy helps audiences across the country become “MASTERS” of focus, time management, delegation, and work/life balance-allowing you to control your schedule, and not allowing your schedule to control you. Andy's positive and entertaining program provides specific tools you can apply tomorrow so you can accomplish more within your business and your life.
Tuesday, JUNE 24, 2008
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Idea Exchange - Small Centers
Jim Sturm / Kelly Bednar
Don't miss Patrick Henry's exciting seminar. Patrick, a pioneer and leader in the food & beverage industry, will lead you through the important steps of planning, production, implementation and an evaluation of successful food & beverage promotions. He will share examples of his company's award winning menu designs, proven beverage training tools and innovative programs. His seminar creates excitement, energy and proven results! You will see easy to execute promotions that will increase your sales.
Increasing profitability by keeping score on your center performance through the financial results. Interpreting the financial statements and using them to guide action plans that create improved operations. Maximizing the potential of small bowling centers by exploiting their strengths and overcoming their weaknesses.
Jeff Forrester, BPAA / Sysco Account Manager, will take an in-depth look at several ways to increase the food and beverage sales in our center. We will also discuss things we can do to help our patrons make the decision to eat while they bowl. Review marketing strategies and hot new food trends that are making waves in restaurants around town. As the costs associated with the food business go up, finding tools that we can use to ensure profits is very important.
Dedication in your career, family, and other activities can be very rewarding-but also very stressful, and sometimes overwhelming. Join Author/Speaker Andy Masters, as he will show you in 1.5 hours how to spend MORE time on the items which are MOST important to you in your work and your life. Andy helps audiences across the country become “MASTERS” of focus, time management, delegation, and work/life balance-allowing you to control your schedule, and not allowing your schedule to control you. Andy's positive and entertaining program provides specific tools you can apply tomorrow so you can accomplish more within your business and your life.
