Fun Factory names business veteran Jim Bennington as chief of operations : Maui Now

Fun Factory has named Jim Bennington as its new chief of operations. Bennington brings greater than 25 years of expertise within the amusements, arcade and household leisure business, becoming a member of the Hawai‘i-based firm because it continues increasing its Hawai‘i and US areas.

Bennington most not too long ago led No Cash Value LLC, a botique consultancy that helps operators combine skill-based amusements and superior arcade expertise to raise visitor satisfaction and drive income. Prior to that, he served as vp of video games & leisure at Lucky Strike Entertainment, the place he guided the conceptual design, set up and efficiency of sport and attraction choices nationwide — producing greater than $100 million in amusements web income.

He has contributed to the opening and enhancement of greater than 200 household leisure facilities and 50 new-to-market venues throughout the nation. He has partnered with main producers similar to Raw Thrills, Baytek, ICE, SEGA and Stern Pinball to advance sport growth and operations, and he continues to advocate for innovation and technical excellence within the discipline.

Bennington presently serves as a board member of the American Amusement Machine Association (AAMA) and is an energetic member of the Amusement and Music Operators Association (AMOA) and Michigan Coin Operators Association (MICOA). He is a daily contributor to RePlay Magazine and has been featured as a speaker on the IAAPA Expo, the world’s largest gathering of the worldwide points of interest business.

“We are delighted to welcome Jim to our leadership ‘ohana,” stated Linda Fernandez, founder and CEO of Fun Factory. “His technical expertise, operational vision and passion for the guest experience perfectly aligns with our mission to provide families in Hawai‘i and beyond with joyful, safe and memorable moments together.”

Bennington, a longtime Michigan resident, balances his skilled work with neighborhood involvement and household values. He and his spouse of 21 years have three kids, together with two active-duty servicemembers within the US Army and Navy.