Lindsey Nelson Named TEA’s New Executive Director

The International Board of Directors for the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has selected Lindsey Nelson, CAE to serve as the next Executive Director.

By Written by FORUM Magazine editors.

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The International Board of Directors for the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has selected Lindsey Nelson, CAE to serve as the next Executive Director.  The Board of Directors selected Nelson following a 6-month comprehensive global search, led by a team of current and former Board leaders focused on bringing a global perspective to the search process.

Lindsey brings to the TEA a depth of knowledge and experience of association management and demonstrated results of transforming organizations and growing revenues, most recently as Vice President of Operations with United Benefit Advisors (UBA).

“I am honored to be selected as TEA’s Executive Director and engage with an industry so full of creativity, innovation, and imagination,” said Lindsey. “I have a passion for fostering a positive, collaborative and inclusive organizational culture, and I am looking forward to meeting the members at our upcoming global and digital events.”

About the Themed Entertainment Association

The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) is an international non-profit association representing the world’s leading creators, developers, designers and producers of compelling places and experiences.

Our members bring the experience of engaging storytelling and entertainment to a vast number of theme parks, waterparks, museums, wildlife attractions, casinos, hotels/resorts, restaurants, retail stores, sports/performance venues, and an ever-growing list of destinations that aim to bring a higher level of visitor experiences worldwide.

Written by FORUM Magazine editors.

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