Inflatable Operators Association

09/04/2026

Severe weather in PA overnight brings bad news for the area near around Erie causing damage. We will be reaching out to Crazy Monkey and owner Dan Thompson. Friends of Dan can also offer support to him in keeping business going as he works through damage to buildings and equipment caused by the storms.

09/03/2026

"Desire creates the power!"... what motivates you? Are you ready to absorb the knowledge to excel? IOA Expo, Feb1-4

09/01/2026

Are you located near NE OHIO? A great opportunity exists to meet up with several industry professionals at the Great Lakes Event Industry Open House being hosted by Twister Display of East Liverpool, OH on October 1, 2026 from 10 am - 5 pm

Event Location: Twister Display 49207 Calcutta- Smith Ferry Road East Liverpool, OH.

IOA will provide updates on the revised Ohio Amusement Ride ride classifications and the updated fee structure for inflatable amusements. The first fee reduction on inflatables will take effect on October 6. The full cost adjustments and reduction of fees will be fully implemented on December 1, 2027.

JOIN IOA to support our efforts to support safety and risk management efforts within the industry along with an affordable and effective fee structure.

RSVP for Expo with QR code provided. Visit Twister page for more details!

08/31/2026

🚨Coming February 1-4, 2027
IOA Inflatable Safety Conference and Amusement Expo-- Nashville, TN (Lebanon)

Register for:
✅️Edu / Safety Pass- IOA Safety training
✅️InflatableOffice University
✅️Event Rental Systems, Inc. ERSCon
✅️BestLyfe Group Network WIN Workshop
--4 pass types provide program focus with shared access to IOA general education programs.

🧨🎯 Code: EARLY100 for $100.00 off Early registration $199 ($499 reg.) *Register your entire TEAM at www.inflatableoperators.org!! 📅 Get it on the schedule and pay through small MONTHLY advance registration option NEW for 2026!! *Pricing includes member discount and early registration. $399 non-member.

🙋In-person software training from InflatableOffice & Event Rental Systems. HR and Leadership training from BestLyfe group.

💲The BEST Industry Educational programs!!! Includes Keynote presentation on business success and safety-- "Find a Way- Brad Hurtig"

🚧Choose IOA Safety Certification for 10% savings on insurance premiums. (Edu/ Safety pass)

*early registration discounts are limited and expire October 31, 2026. Lowest Pricing tier will increase. Not a member? Become a member and get immediate discount through registration process. Reserve your pass for the best inflatable industry education & safety with access to all 4 days of networking, safety training, business knowledge, social events & networking success!

YEAR 3 of IOA Conference is BIG!!! 🎢🎡

🎟FREE "EXPO ONLY" 2-DAY PASS also available... contact participating exhibitors for free expo only codes.

www.inflatableoperators.org
* Insurance discount up to 10% based on underwriting with Hudson Insurance group.

08/29/2026

Lift gates are game changer for delivery vehicles. Attached to a box truck or pickup, the weight becomes easier to manage. If set up allows for a direct drop from the gate or ability for pickup... game changer. The right equipment make the job easier to manage. Any lift gate users making deliveries?

08/27/2026

Excited to support members at inflatable industry events and Twister Display will be hosting an inflatable industry focused chance to improve your knowledge and resources. October 1, 2026 from 10-5 pm Learn more about the reduced fee strucutre in Ohio for inflatable amusements. Your first reduction will occur October 6th! Join us at Twister Display and learn more about member benefits as well. C ya in East Liverpool, OH!

08/24/2026

Let's talk membership! Networking, education, discount programs, referrals, or maybe just resources when you need something! Locally it is really the strength of your NETWORKING and Chamber of Commerce programs establish you as an authority for the services you provide local in your community!! IOA benefits provide a lot of the same within the industry, but locally relationships can't be beat!! It's not about donations, it's about supporting local business and helping each other!!

08/22/2026

Its that time to get Halloween themed units booked and make sure your order lead time will allow for delivery. Look for in stock units from companies to lock in orders. HEC Worldwide provides great examples of Halloween 🎃 fun.

🎃 SCARE UP BIG PROFITS THIS HALLOWEEN! 👻💰

Don’t let the busy season end with summer. Halloween events, fall festivals, school carnivals, church events & community celebrations are right around the corner — and customers are looking for rentals that actually fit the season.

🔥 Halloween inflatables starting at just $1,895!
🎃 Multiple Halloween themes available
💨 FREE BLOWER INCLUDED!
📦 In stock & ready to ship
💰 Add seasonal inventory that can open the door to bookings your everyday units may not get!

Your competition can’t book the Halloween events if they don’t have the Halloween inventory. Get yours now and keep the calendar moving through fall!

📲 Contact your HEC Worldwide sales rep today to secure yours before Halloween inventory is gone!
📲321-352-4013 for Adam
📲321-352-4767 for Sheri

08/21/2026

Sharing the day Ohio Inflatable Operators Association and members celebrated a WIN for business resulting in a fair assessment for inspection and licensing. The results provided a reduction for annual compliance costs in a big way! Inflatable rental companies with a significant number of units will save $10,000+ with the new fee structure phase in starting October 6.

Seasonal Inflatable attractions for upcoming holidays are a good example for the benefit of the new fee structure. The previous licensing and inspection structure at $329 per unit made renting seasonal units much less successful or too costly. Now theme units are more affordable in Ohio when seasonal use is limited.

IOA was proud to work with ODA and our state Representative on this improvement for small business and the inflatable industry. Here more aboit HB433 at the Great Lakes Expo being held at Twister Display Oct. 1

08/21/2026

It's a change of season and new opportunities for rental. Fall festival, church festival, back to school and corn maze events will all be approaching and "impact items" that make your company stand out can win those event contracts. We wanted to share this fall scarecrow example from Hullaballoo Sales, Inc. Secure fall business early and keep business strong!! 👍