Issue 104 editorial by Martin Palicki, InPark Magazine Publisher
I find it hard to believe that this issue marks InPark Magazine’s 20th anniversary. Key moments and events in my memory feel like they happened just a few years ago, but no, it’s more like 15-20 years ago!
I’m proud of what InPark has become over the decades, shaped by people and voices I am forever indebted to. The early days were surrounded by friends and family that did everything from write articles to put labels on envelopes. Bill St. Yves, the late Jeanne Lundgren, Laurice Marier, Brian Szaks, Kim & Mitch Rily, Jason Paul Collum, Stefan Lawrence, Vince Christy and Damian Christianson were critical to keeping InPark going. More recently, it’s been the wisdom and efforts of Judith Rubin, Joe Kleiman, Jordan Zauha, Keaton Jadwin, Andy Vila and many others that have kept InPark sustained through a major recession, global pandemic and the general ebb and flow of the themed entertainment industry. (I am sure I have missed names, and for that I apologize.)
Of course, my parents have been there for all of it, and their love, support and resources have been critical. The same is true for my partner, Paul Williams. I am so incredibly grateful for all the help everyone has provided through the years.
One accomplishment I’m particularly proud of (largely thanks to Judy’s help) is the cadre of writers we now rely on for crafting the wonderful editorial content InPark is recognized for. They collectively are responsible for maintaning InPark’s reputation in the industry and they are a pleasure to work with.
Their hard work for this issue has become somewhat of a celebration of anniversaries! Our cover story, Imagine Exhibitions, is celebrating 15 years, Creative Studio Berlin is 5, Visual Terrain is turning 30, Technifex is 40, and Adirondack Studios is kicking off their 50th anniversary. It’s great to be in such highly-esteemed company.
Of course, I encourage you to read Gabrielle Russon’s article about the start and growth of IPM. InPark’s origin story is a pretty good one, though I might be a bit biased.
None of this would be possible without the collection of clients supporting the magazine, as well as our wonderful readers. Without both parties we would cease to exist. Thanks to all of you!
Please continue to enjoy InPark, share your copy of the magazine with a colleague, and sign up for a free subscription online at inparkmagazine.com
Thank you,
Martin Palicki
