The LBX Show #24 – A Tariff Deep Dive, Genda M&A, and more!

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We dive into the seismic shifts happening in the location-based entertainment industry as tariffs create uncertainty and major acquisitions reshape the arcade and amusement landscape.

• Examination of a poorly designed mini-golf addition to a bowling alley, highlighting the importance of guest flow and experience design
• Kevin Williams details the latest openings in active entertainment facilities, including new SkyZone, Launch, and AirHop locations
• Chuck DeMonte outlines the six essential qualities to look for in a marketing agency, emphasizing industry experience and communication
• Adam Pratt breaks down Genda’s acquisition of Player One Amusement Group and their strategy to manufacture in the US to avoid tariffs
• Deep dive into how the recent tariff implementation (up to 145% on Chinese goods) is affecting arcade operators and redemption prizes
• Justin Michaels from Intercard compares digital self-serve redemption machines to traditional prize counters, noting the merchandising limitations of automated systems

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