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🎙️ Live with Sondra: From Vision to Reality — Secrets of Themed Fabrication ft. Michael Acevedo
Welcome to this episode of Live with Sondra, where we go behind the scenes of the attractions industry to uncover how immersive worlds are built—from the first creative spark to the final guest experience. Joining Sondra is Michael Acevedo, Manager of Business Development at Nassal, a global leader in themed fabrication and specialty environments for world‑class attractions.
Join us for an informative episode of Live with Sondra. In this session, Michael Acevedo and Sondra dive into:
- Themed Fabrication & Immersion: How large‑scale themed environments are brought to life while maintaining authenticity, durability, and guest immersion.
- Balancing Creativity, Safety & Budget: Why early collaboration between creatives, engineers, and fabricators is critical to keeping ambitious visions buildable and on budget.
- From Operations to Fabrication: How Michael’s background on the front lines at Universal Studios shaped the way he designs environments that truly work for operators and guests.
- Collaboration at Scale: What it takes to align hundreds of stakeholders—from designers and project managers to park operators—across global projects.
- Mentorship & Industry Access: Why breaking down gatekeeping and supporting emerging professionals is essential for the future of themed entertainment.
Tune in for an exciting session on themed fabrication, immersive design, and the realities of building unforgettable attractions.
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