E10: FunSpot Founder on Faith, Family, and Fun w/ John Arie Sr.

What are the foundational ideas that impact a community?


Faith and family are probably 2 of the first concepts many us
would shout out. Well, mix together loads of faith, a family-run
business, a dash of fun, and a huge heart, and you’d have John
Arie Sr.


John Arie Sr. is the 70-year-old founder and chairman of FunSpot
Attractions, but you’d have to imagine a smiling much younger
version to spot John (he doesn’t look anywhere near 70).


He started working on a golf cart track in high school, and
essentially never stopped. His family now runs 3 family-fun
attraction locations across Florida and Georgia.


On this episode of the Orlando Impact podcast apple, John
discusses the ups and downs of a family business, and why giving
back to the community initiatives (such as high school gyms,
churches, and St. Jude’s) are the lifeblood of his organization.