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Finally! Affordable InsuranceRead this edition of the AIRCO Advisor Online
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Over 120+ exciting inflatables to chose from, designed to help your business grow. Don't be fooled by cheap imitations! With CEC, quality materials, safety features and 2-year Limited Warranty come standard to give you ease of mind while maximizing their fun!! Effective Advertising with Pay Per Click
By Scottie Claiborne ©2006Get More Business for Dollars a DayAre you confused by the options out there for website marketing? It's not surprising. Most people get emails every day promising them thousands of visitors to their websites for just $29.95 a month. It's hard to know what to believe! However, paid search advertising is an amazingly affordable way to get your ad in front of potential customers in your area. It's worth taking the time to learn more about it. Paid Search Advertising Programs
The only "real" paid search programs out there worth your money are Google AdWords or Yahoo Local Paid Search. The rest of the pay-per-click engines out there are not worth joining, even if they cost less. If you've never heard of it, chances are, neither has anyone else! Should You Use a Professional?Some of our members have been contacted by firms offering to set up and run a PPC program at no charge. They can do this because Google typically pays an agency fee to them to run these programs, so it's not bad if you want to give it a shot. However, remember that firms are paid based on how much you spend, so it's in their best interest to get you to spend more. If that increased spend gains you more clients, then it's worth it. A good firm will continue to find top converting phrases and track them for you, however unless you have a big budget, it's not likely to be cost-effective for them to give you detailed service. Setting Up Your Own CampaignGive it a shot, it's not that hard! Simply follow the directions and each program will guide you through setting up an account. Here are some general tips:
If you are intrigued about PPC advertising and want to learn more, read PPC- Buying Your Way In, a simple overview of getting started with PPC. > Back to Top*Sponsored ad
Ninja Jump Inc.'s Module Line units are a classic and economical must-have revenue generator for every family entertainment, rental and amusement business. Click the image above for discount details on these popular interchangeable module units! Downpour Derby is Buckets of FunBy Michael Reigel ©2006
From the makers of Pitchburst and Boom Blaster comes an exciting new game that is making a "SPLASH" in the amusement rental industry. Downpour Derby from WhirlWhims LLC is a competition style game in which the winner laughs and the loser gets soaked! Two players each pump the handle of their manual water pump. Water is pumped into a pivoting three gallon bucket located over your opponents head. The player who fills their bucket first is rewarded by watching the bucket tip and spill it's contents onto his/her opponent. The Downpour Derby consists of eight pieces and is very portable. The entire unit weighs less than fifty pounds and can easily be setup and taken down by one person in less than ten minutes. It is built to last, made out of powder-coated aluminum and galvanized steel. Water can be drawn from any fresh water source or the optional ten gallon molded polyethylene self-refilling tank for use with a garden hose. The cost of the Downpour Derby is $1199.00. There are various packages available that include accessories and marketing materials at a discounted rate. For example, the "Starter Package" comes with the Downpour Derby game, ten gallon tank and the carrying bag set for only $1407.77, a savings of $139.23. You can save an additional $150-$250 if you also buy a Boom Blaster or Pitchburst package. Save even more with an AIRCO forum group buy! Your order must be placed by March 20 to qualify.
See full details on how to order the Downpour Derby or other Whirlwhims games. Downpour Derby gets my highest recommendation! It's an original game that is sure to be this seasons hottest item! For more information visit www.downpourderby.com. Backyard Bouncin' > Back to Top*Sponsored ad
We offer several popular lines of inflatable equipment and we will make you the best possible deal on your equipment. Before buying from anyone else, give us a chance to give you a quote! Starting a Bounce Business: Two PerspectivesWe've got a new series starting with this newsletter- we are following 2 brand new companies on their journey to start their own business. It might remind you of when you started or it might encourage you to get started, if you haven't already. This feature will span several months as we keep up with these companies' excitement and struggles through their first season. This first pair of articles show 2 different approaches to getting in the business. One emotional, one practical, but both have kids at the heart of the business. 
Party MagicBob from JollyJumpZ had a revelation after struggling with a pickup moonwalk for his daughter's birthday from a local company. Why not start a business that delivered moonwalks so parents didn't have to struggle? He got over the "fever" in 2002 but discovering AIRCO in 2005 fired up his entreprenuerial spirit again. Read Bob's Story
A Practical ApproachVinny the Vin Man Rutigliano knows a good business opportunity when he sees it. As the former owner of a family fun center, he knew he wanted to do something on the weekends entertaining kids. His detailed research let him to inflatable rentals, but he didn't jump in with both feet until he did his homework! Read Vinny's StoryNext month... step 2. Making the commitment to the business! *Sponsored ad
Affordable Inflatable InsuranceAIRCO Sponsored InsuranceBy Scottie Claiborne ©2006
Isn't it about time we got an insurance program that won't put you out of business? YES! The time is now. AIRCO is proud to announce Thomco’s Fun Pro insurance plan, administered by Zurich Insurance. if you are currently uninsured because the premiums you have been quoted were out of your price range or you simply couldn't find a plan in your state, take a few minutes to fill out the application and get a quote. This is the plan we've been waiting for, the plan that gives us realistic coverage for a reasonable premium. Quick FAQ'sQ. What will this plan cover?
Q. Does this policy start at a specific time of year? A. Nope. Unlike group plans of old where all policies started in November or December, each policy is written for a full year of coverage.Q. Are the premiums competitive? A. Very competitive! The premiums are on a per item basis and we believe you will find them a pleasant surprise compared to other quotes you may have received.Q. Can I spread the premium payments over several months? A. Yes, for premiums over $2,000 there is financing available. However there are financing fees so if you can afford to pay it all upfront, you'll save some money.Q. How much coverage is available? A. The application allows you to choose $1 million or $2 million.Q. What's the deductible? A. It's your choice! Lower your premiums by choosing a higher deductible or get more protection by choosing a lower deductible. Deductibles available: $1,000, $2,500, $5,000, $7,500, $10,000. $5,000 is reasonable for most businesses.Q. How do I get the AIRCO discount when I can't be approved for AIRCO membership without insurance? A. No problem. Fill out the insurance application and and check the "Applying for AIRCO membership" option under the AIRCO membership question. Once your policy has been quoted, you can process your AIRCO membership app and we'll confirm your membership in order to verify the discount that we will recieve when we have enough policies for the group rate.Q. How do I get a quote? A. Easy! Download the application, fill it out and fax it in.AIRCO-sponsored insurance through Fun Pro is available in all states EXCEPT Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, West Virginia and Wyoming at this time. Not to worry- these states will be covered shortly as the paperwork is finalized and state approval is received. > Back to Top*Sponsored ad
Don't spend $9,995! We are offering our most popular package for a mere $5295! Not only do you get 3 high quality inflatables (pick from 3 different styles of combo) but we'll also include a heavy-duty hand truck and rental software. Events. Hot Threads at the ForumInteresting DiscussionsSupervisors Liable For Not Stopping Dangerous BehaviorIf you do attended rentals, this is a must read. In a lawsuit, if the attendant is aware of unsafe behavior and does not make an effort to stop it, they can be held liable even if they didn't cause the injury. Taking Pictures at Events Do you have to get permission from the event or get model releases from people in the pictures before you can post them on your website? Do Units from China Meet Indoor Inflatable Center Requirements? New member SliderZ wonders if it's OK to order import units for an indoor center since there are codes that apply to indoor facilities that have to be met. Advice For New Rental Companies Don't count your chickens before they hatch! Moonwalks are very arge items and truck delivery isn't like UPS- so don't rent your new items before you actually have them in your possession. > Back to Top Wrap UpNorth Carolina Regulatory MeetingI had the opportunity to attend the North Carolina required meeting for inflatable rental companies last week, and it was well worth the trip. I met some great people, had an awesome dinner with AIRCO buddies, and got to talk about our goals at AIRCO to potential members. Regulation is often seen as "stifling" or "restrictive" and North Carolina is pretty darn strict. However, after attending the meeting and listening to the speaker and the audience members, I have to say, kudos to North Carolina on putting so much effort into our industry. They aren't overseeing us to hold us down, they are overseeing inflatables to help us do well and run a safe operation. I found their guidelines to be reasonable and fairly flexible and I was impresssed at the level of detail and the Department of Labor's willingness to help inflatable rental companies. They agreed to communicate with local fire marshalls, schools and parks to help promote certified companies and pledged to respond quickly to reports of non-compliant companies. Read my review of the North Carolina Inflatable meeting here. They had wi-fi and I actually took notes while the meeting was in progress! My favorite point was after the speaker had gone on for several minutes about the flame retardant vinyl requirement, a member of the audience asked how many inflatables had caught on fire in North Carolina. The speaker replied, none, that he was aware of. Moonwalk MagazineNext issue, we'll be telling you more about Moonwalk Magazine and how to subscribe if you aren't an AIRCO member. Our first issue of Moonwalk Magazine is scheduled for May/June and we've already got some great stories for you. Have a great March, the official opening of the inflatables season for many companies! Get your Advil and your heating pad, it's going to be a great year! As always, if you've got a great idea for an article, send it to us at scottieclaiborne@a-irco.org. We want to hear from you! See you next month, or feel free to join us at the AIRCO moonwalk forum anytime, day or night. We'd love to hear from you! Back to Top |
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