April 30: Todd Andrus, Vice President & Executive Director, International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions.

Todd Andrus has been in the hospitality marketing field for over 26 years across a variety of attractions including FECs, Theme Parks, Water Parks and Aquariums. In his most recent role at Premier Parks as the Corporate Senior Director he led marketing strategy, strategic partnerships and marketing support for 14 parks and attractions across the US & Canada. Prior to joining Premier Parks, Todd was the Head of Brand Marketing for Merlin Entertainments in North America. There he led the strategic direction and management for Merlin Entertainments’ pillar brands: LEGOLAND Discovery Centers & SEA LIFE Aquariums. Prior to this, Todd was Head of Regional Marketing with Merlin where he opened the Orlando Eye, Madame Tussauds Orlando and SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium in 2015. Todd started his Merlin career assisting with the development and opening of LEGOLAND Florida Resort in 2011. Before joining Merlin Entertainments, Todd spent 11 years in sales with Busch Entertainment Corporation/United Parks. Todd’s industry experience and customer-focused approach will advance IAAPA’s commitment to delivering exceptional value to its members.

Prior to joining IAAPA, Todd served as a volunteer committee member for IAAPA Education initiatives for six years. Todd currently serves the greater Florida community as the Executive Secretary for the Board of Directors at Experience Kissimmee. He is the past-chair of the Global Marketing Committee for Visit Orlando & served as a Board Member for the I-Drive Chamber.