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The LBX Show #99 - New C&C with Chris King, Hot Mess Express, & more!
The LBX Show #99 – New C&C with Chris King, Hot Mess Express, & more!
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On this week’s show we map the fast-changing world of location-based entertainment as IAAPA Expo approaches, from new venue concepts and cautionary closures to arcade releases worth watching. We also dig into the people side of the business, sharing leadership habits that build ownership, motivation, and retention for hourly teams.
• IAAPA Expo planning notes, meetups, and what to expect across expanded concourses
• Give Kids the World Village events, sponsorship options, and why industry participation matters
• Chuck E. Cheese Adventure World as a signal for the future of soft play venues
• Just Eat’s AI-generated menu image fiasco and the operational lesson for using AI responsibly
• New LBX Collective WhatsApp community and how it ties into a mobile speakeasy at IAAPA
• Openings and format trends, from Walmart-based arcades to mega sports-social builds and VR experiences
• Competitive socializing evolution across darts, pub culture revivals, and golf simulator membership models
• Closures driven by leases, disputes, and unclear restructuring, plus what operators can learn
• Culture and Connection leadership framework, autonomy, competence, mentorship, and a clear growth path
• Arcade Corner updates for IAAPA, Sega teases, Marvel cabinets, Alan-1 innovations, and tournament news
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