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2026 Presenters

JR HUYCK Zero Latency VR

Most tracks have already optimized racing throughout. With rising overheads and guests who expect more for every dollar they spend.


This session explores how leading venues are redefining performance beyond the track by uncovering new income streams within existing footprint without adding operational drag. 


Attendees will gain practical insight into aligning commercial strategy with guest experience and building a facility that performs as strongly off the track as it does on it.  

Steve Dekerf BMI

BMI Leisure’s software is built hand-in-hand with operators who live and breathe the industry. We continue to raise the bar in the go-kart sector - delivering top-notch, reliable solutions that evolve with your business needs. From self-service kiosks and multiple TV displays to real-time safety and kart positioning, plus e-commerce tools like online booking and party and event management, we help you run smoother operations and create better experiences guests and staff.

Danny gruening Action lab leadership

It’s easy for business leaders to judge their happiness based on achievements at work. But every time they accomplish a goal, they immediately move on to the next (usually bigger) milestone. Danny Gruening shares experiences to help leaders find fulfillment in the journey. He unpacks the power of loving the process, shares frameworks to understand how our words impact those we serve, identifies the steps to become a leader who creates sustainable fulfillment and positive impact.

Sean Silvia Rhode Island Novelty

Redemption Prizes and Practices - 

An overview of redemption, highlighting key best practices, and an explanation of how Rhode Island Novelty can help support and enhance these efforts 


Wes Ratcliff Roller

What happens between the green flag and the checkered flag determines whether your venue merely survives — or dominates. In this session, we’ll share proven strategies from top entertainment venues to improve operational efficiency, increase revenue per guest, and create experiences that drive repeat visits. Expect practical insights you can implement immediately.

Joseph Cuellar Workforce Management

 Every growing operation has a throttle and a brake — and for many businesses, the brake is buried in the back office. Scheduling gaps, delayed data, manual processes, and compliance pressures don't just create administrative headaches; they create friction that compounds as you scale.

This session looks at the operational patterns that quietly hold businesses back, and what changes when you remove them — so your team can stay compliant, keep moving forward, and grow without the chaos.

Zach Davis Simgear

Karting venues thrive on competition, but what happens when the track is full, weather limits operations, or league racers want more seat time? This session explores how leading operators are extending beyond the track through integrated sim racing experiences to enhance, not replace, the core karting attraction. 


Attendees will leave with a framework for evaluating how virtual racing can support revenue per square foot, strengthen retention, and future-proof modern karting facilities.

Jennifer Cox redemption Plus

This presentation explores how redemption can do more than reward gameplay. It can help guests remember the full karting experience. Learn how racing themed prizes and intentional displays can reinforce the excitement of the track, drive engagement, and extend the energy of the day beyond the finish line. Redemption becomes part of the story, not just the transaction. 

Chantal Verheijden-Maas CDX Technology

Autonomous systems are becoming common in karting, but “autonomous” does not automatically mean safe. Tracks operate in environments full of unpredictable interference. In this session, we examine how safety can be guaranteed where true autonomy is never absolute. We also discuss the hidden risks behind wireless control, how to build resilient systems with realworld conditions, and what operators must consider to avoid a false sense of security while still raising their overall safety standard. 

Cody Harris PATCH RETENTION

The data is in! We've combed through every campaign, automation, SMS and email sent by operators in 2025.  And we're going to show the 6 best.

What we'll discuss in the presentation 

  • The Data Speaks - We'll look at the data and dive into the results. 
  • The Real Campaigns- How to build the same campaigns at your business and send it within Patch
  • 5 Campaigns that WORK - We won't just tell you about the campaigns, we'll show them to you
  • And more...

Derek Yegen Kart 1 Distribution / OTL

 Wants vs Needs: How to Build a Karting Business That Fits Your Market - 

This seminar focuses on the considerations that business owners need to consider when developing their karting business. Defining your target market is key! We'll discuss the types of track designs, karting mentalities, the budgets you can expect, and what your business needs to thrive in markets that are either underserved and/or oversaturated. 

Nick Salfity CReative Works

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Headpinz Entertainment Center

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Blue Shock Race Electric Karts

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RiMo Germany

 

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