Upcoming Industry Tradeshows that your business might be interested in attending: Trainertainment conference September 14-15 IATP Trade Show September 19-21 FEC Success program October 3-4 ASTM Winter Meeting October 11-13 East Coast Bowling Convention October 23 -25 IAAPA Attractions Expo November 14-17 Networking is the key to business success. Sharing ideas and growing your business. … Read More
Month: August 2017
Update: F2291-17 standard practice for design of amusement rides and devices has…
Update: F2291-17 standard practice for design of amusement rides and devices has been approved and published. F24 committee for inflatable amusements will meet at the ASTM winter meeting Oct 11-13, 2017 to review comments and move forward with the final steps of the revision process for inflatable amusements. #astm #safetyfocus #inflatablebiz Source
Be focused on making your business better one task at a time.Former US Navy Admi…
Be focused on making your business better one task at a time.Former US Navy Admiral, William H. McRaven, conquers his day with this one small task in the morning Get inspired. Order his book, Make Your Bed: http://amzn.to/2ia1V7r Source
We already have been working with State Government to provide fair and reasonabl…
We already have been working with State Government to provide fair and reasonable inspection fees. It takes time and hb49 has already provided a little relief to Ohio based inflatable companies. As we launch membership, just think if you were involved?? More information available soon!! Source
Mission Statement: OIOA is a non profit association representing the inflatable…
Mission Statement: OIOA is a non profit association representing the inflatable industry and focused on developing risk management through education, training, and advocacy for its members and a mission to influence a million smiles through the safe operation, rental, and participation of patrons on adventure amusement type attractions within the state of Ohio. Source
OHIO BWC TRUE-UP DUE AUGUST 15, 2017!! IMPORTANT DEADLINE! The Ohio Bureau of W…
OHIO BWC TRUE-UP DUE AUGUST 15, 2017!! IMPORTANT DEADLINE! The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) payroll true-up period for private employers has begun. Payroll true-up reports are due to the BWC by August 15, 2017. Please disregard this notice if you have already completed the report and paid any additional premium, if necessary. It … Read More
Ohio Department of Agriculture Ride Safety Board met on August 9. The meeting w…
Ohio Department of Agriculture Ride Safety Board met on August 9. The meeting was short and included some unexplained actions. Although still listed as a board member until 2019, Al Bozich seemed to be removed from the board and a representative of the Columbus Zoo appointed was introduced. Mr. Bozich was in attendance and the … Read More
A great representative for small business and addressing the concerns of the OIO…
A great representative for small business and addressing the concerns of the OIOA, Representative Scott Lipps (R) house district 62 has been a champion to our cause. Rep. Lipps, (2nd from R.) Is pictured at the most recent ODA meeting with OIOA members. Source
Event Rental Show – New Orleans
ERS and IO are two great software programs designed to help manage your inflatable business. The event rental show will be held Jan 23-25 and features hands on training with both software companies. Evaluate your decision for either company and/or commit to one and get additional training for you or your key staff members. Early … Read More
Making progress for the inflatable industry. OIOA was successful on influencing …
Making progress for the inflatable industry. OIOA was successful on influencing a reduction in the fee structure and requirering an independent study of the current fee structure. This was accomplished with a small group of members and we’d like to include you in representing the inflatable industry here in Ohio. Join OIOA and strengthen your … Read More