Themed Entertainment Association Western Division

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08/19/2026

TEA Western North America invites you to our next PRISM LGBTQ+ Mixer on September 9 at Akbar in Los Angeles.

Come connect with LGBTQ+ members and allies from across the themed entertainment industry, share experiences, build community, and meet the people who make our industry what it is. ✨

🗓️ Wednesday, September 9
⏰ 6–9 PM
📍 Akbar | Los Angeles
🎟️ Free | 21+

Light snacks and a limited open bar will be available. 🍸

A special thank you to our event sponsors, AOA and lightingbymood, for supporting this community!

Secure your spot today through the link in our bio 🔗

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Are you getting all of TEA? 👀From Divisional updates to event announcements, registration deadlines, member news and opp...
08/19/2026

Are you getting all of TEA? 👀

From Divisional updates to event announcements, registration deadlines, member news and opportunities, there’s a lot happening across TEA.

If you’re missing some of our emails, spam or junk filters may be the culprit.

• Add TEA to your safe sender list
• Check your spam or junk folder
• Ask your colleagues: Are you getting TEA emails, too?

Need help? Contact [email protected]

Stay connected. Stay in the know. Don’t miss what’s next.

08/12/2026

Join TEA Western North America for Sasquatch Mountain & Beyond: TEA at Pier 57, an evening of themed entertainment, attractions, networking, and behind-the-scenes access on Seattle’s waterfront.

Experience the newly opened Sasquatch Mountain, ride the Seattle Great Wheel, explore Pier 57 and Miner’s Landing attractions, enjoy dinner and an open bar, and connect with fellow TEA members and industry colleagues.

Then go behind the experience with an exclusive panel featuring Kyle Griffith of Great Western Pacific and members of the Sasquatch Mountain creative team, including Robin Murphy, Brent Young, Maris Ensing, and Brian Yessian, for an inside look at how the attraction was conceived, designed, and brought to life.

📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026
⏰ 4:00–10:00 PM
📍 Pier 57 | Seattle, WA

Attendance is limited to 60 guests. Register now to join us for an unforgettable evening on the Seattle waterfront.

Special thanks to our host , and sponsors , , and for supporting the TEA community and making this experience possible.

Grab your ticket today through the link in our bio 🎟️

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08/11/2026

TEA has extended the Board of Directors Call for Candidates through 12 August.

Serving on the TEA Board is an opportunity to represent our global community, help shape the future of the Association, and contribute to the continued growth and impact of the themed entertainment industry.

If you’re ready to serve—or know someone who should — there’s still time to step forward.

Submit your interest: https://tr.ee/OCQv4j

08/04/2026

⏰ Call for Candidates closes 10 August.

Know someone who leads with integrity, shows up for the industry, and brings fresh perspective? That Includes you! Now’s the time to call for candidates.

Serving on the Board is a chance to help shape what’s next — advocacy, programming, member value, and the future of our community.

Submit your interest by 10 August: https://tr.ee/OCQv4j

Tag someone who should throw their hat in the ring — or share this with a great candidate. ✨📣

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our first-ever TEA Houston Meet-Up!It was an evening full of great conver...
07/28/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our first-ever TEA Houston Meet-Up!

It was an evening full of great conversations, new connections, and plenty of excitement as we kicked off our TEA community in Houston. A special thank you to everyone who came out. We’re already looking forward to the next one!

Be sure to check out the link in our bio to see upcoming TEA events near you.

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07/24/2026

📍 We’re mixing things up again!

This month, TEA Western North America is heading to Kalaveras in Burbank for our July Monthly Meetup Mixer! 🎉

Join fellow themed entertainment professionals for a casual evening of networking, conversation, and great food and drinks. Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting new people in the industry, we’d love to see you there.

🗓 Tuesday, July 28
⏰ 6–9 PM
📍 Kalaveras, Burbank

TEA Members: Free
Non-members: $15

A huge thank you to our sponsors nFusion™, Light Up Toys, TechMDinc, and ELATION Lighting for supporting the TEAWNA community. ✨

🔗 Link in bio to register.

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Join us for the first TEA Houston Meet-Up! 🎉Whether you work in design, technology, operations, storytelling, fabricatio...
07/13/2026

Join us for the first TEA Houston Meet-Up! 🎉

Whether you work in design, technology, operations, storytelling, fabrication, production, or you’re just curious about the themed entertainment industry, this is your chance to connect with local professionals and get to know the TEA community in Houston.

📅 Thursday, July 23
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM CT
📍 McIntyre’s Heights

Bring a friend, make new connections, and help us kick off TEA’s Houston community!

🎟️ Register now through the link in our bio.

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Ever wonder what makes theme park attractions actually work? 🎢⚙️From simple ride safety systems to complex show control ...
07/03/2026

Ever wonder what makes theme park attractions actually work? 🎢⚙️

From simple ride safety systems to complex show control networks coordinating immersive experiences, ride and show controls are the hidden technology behind every great attraction.

Join TEA Western North America Division for the next Theme Park Design Series session as we take a deep dive into the world of Ride & Show Controls with moderator Walter Brennan (EXP) and experts from Birket Engineering:

⚡ Steve Birket, President
⚡ Brian Kumar, VP of Engineering
⚡ Nicole Slagle, Senior Engineer, Control Systems
⚡ Jose Foncerrada, Senior Engineer

Whether you’re interested in engineering, design, operations, or themed entertainment, this is a great opportunity to learn from industry professionals.

📅 July 8, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PDT

🔗 Register now through the link in our bio!

Tag a friend who would love a behind-the-scenes look at how attractions come to life.

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04/21/2026

📍 New meetup spot for April!

TEA Western North America is mixing things up for April and taking our Monthly Meetup Mixer to Forman’s Whiskey Tavern in Toluca Lake!

Same great crowd, same last-Tuesday tradition, just a slight change of scenery with some new food, drinks, and patio vibes 🍸✨

Join us on the outdoor back patio for an evening of networking, connection, and community with fellow themed entertainment professionals.

And if you’re under 21, don’t let the name fool you, you’re welcome for the full event, and there are plenty of great non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy too!

🗓 Tuesday, April 28
⏰ 6–9 PM
📍 Toluca Lake
🎟️ TEA Members: Free | Non-members: $15

Special thanks to our sponsors , Light Up Toys, , and for supporting our community ✨

See you there!

🔗 Link in bio to register

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