Gatemaster Blog
Transforming Spaces: The Rise of Downloadable Theme Parks
Transforming Spaces: The Rise of Downloadable Theme Parks Overview: This week on "Live with Sondra," Sondra Shannon, CEO of Gatemaster Technology, welcomed an incredibly innovative guest, Aiden Wolf, CEO and Co-Founder of Dream Park. In this episode, they dove deep...
The Principled Path: Leading Attractions Through Transformation & AI
The Principled Path: Leading Attractions Through Transformation & AI Overview: Sondra Shannon, CEO of Gatemaster Technology, and Bruce Wren, Founder and CEO of ACE Independent Consulting Services, explored the core tenets of principled leadership, the...
The Principled Path: Leading Attractions Through Transformation & AI
Strategic Resilience: Leading Attractions Through Change & AI Overview: In a compelling episode of "Live with Sondra," Sondra Shannon, CEO of Gatemaster Technology, delved into the critical topic of strategic resilience, leading attractions through change, and...
Data-Driven Culture for Engaging Modern Audiences
Data-Driven Culture for Engaging Modern Audiences Overview: Chloé Grossmann brings extensive expertise in guiding cultural institutions, including theaters, festivals, and museums, through the effective adoption of CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and...
The Problem with AI Email Summaries: How They’re Impacting Guest Communication (and What Gatemaster Clients Should Know)
Email service providers like Yahoo are rolling out AI-powered summaries that automatically extract and display key details from emails—often before the recipient even opens them. While this feature offers convenience to users, it introduces a new challenge for...
Bowling & Beyond: Social Gaming’s Attraction Impact
Bowling & Beyond: Social Gaming's Attraction Impact Overview: In a captivating episode of "Live with Sondra," Gatemaster Technology CEO Sondra Shannon engaged in a thought-provoking discussion with Bart Burger, Director of Marketing and Investor Success at...
Simplify Guest Entry & Safety: How Gatemaster Solves Access Control Challenges for Amusement Parks, Waterparks, and Attractions
In the world of amusement parks, waterparks, family entertainment centers (FECs), and other attraction facilities, managing guest entry is one of the biggest operational headaches. Long lines, missed restrictions, and complicated pass validation can ruin the guest...
Revolutionize Your Guest Experience with Gatemaster’s Mobile Wallet Integration
In the theme park and attraction industry, guest convenience is everything. Long gone are the days when customers were willing to dig through emails or texts to find their admission tickets. Whether it's a one-time visit or an entire season of fun, your guests expect...
Inclusive Innovation: Empowering Teams & Enhancing Guest Experiences in Attractions
Inclusive Innovation: Empowering Teams & Enhancing Guest Experiences in Attractions Overview: In the latest episode of Live with Sondra, Gatemaster Technology’s CEO, Sondra Shannon, sat down with Marah Rodriguez, Regional VP of Sales at Mobaro, to unpack what...
Don’t Let the Cobwebs Collect: Is Your Business Being Held Back by Outdated Systems?
Think about your favorite attractions – the thrill of a rollercoaster, the immersive storytelling of a themed environment, the seamless experience of a waterpark. These experiences are constantly evolving, with new rides, technologies, and processes introduced to keep...
Breaking Barriers to Inclusion: Creating Inclusive, Sustainable Experiences
Breaking Barriers to Inclusion: Creating Inclusive, Sustainable Experiences Overview: In the latest episode of Live with Sondra, Gatemaster Technology CEO Sondra Shannon sat down with Emmanuel Kelly, Co-Founder of Outlyer Ltd., for an unforgettable discussion. This...
The Tech Behind the Tap: Innovations in Self-Serve F&B
The Tech Behind the Tap: Innovations in Self-Serve F&B Overview: In this forward-thinking episode of “Live with Sondra,” Gatemaster CEO Sondra Shannon sits down with Jose Hevia, founder and CEO of DraftServ Technologies, for an engaging conversation on the future...










