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About Upward Entertainment Marketing

At Upward Entertainment Marketing (UEM), we help Family Entertainment Centers (FECs) and Location-Based Entertainment (LBE) venues grow smarter by combining the best of digital marketing strategy with proven operations expertise. Most agencies only know marketing. Most operators only know day-to-day management. At UEM, we bridge the gap—showing you how to attract more guests and keep them coming back. We call this the place “where marketing intersects with operations.” 🎯 What We Do We design and execute digital marketing strategies built specifically for the fun and family-focused entertainment industry. Our services include: FEC SEO & Local Search Optimization – Rank higher on Google Maps and local search to attract more families, party planners, and corporate groups. Website Design & Conversions – Build high-converting websites that turn traffic into bookings. Digital Advertising (Google, Meta, TikTok) – Drive consistent party, event, and walk-in traffic. Email & Text Marketing – Retain happy guests and boost repeat visits. Content & Video Marketing – Showcase your attractions, food & beverage, and event spaces in ways that build trust and excitement. ⚡ Why We’re Different Our edge comes from pairing 15+ years of digital marketing expertise with real-world operational experience running multimillion-dollar venues. Doug Mechling, our partner, has spent years operating successful FECs—managing everything from food & beverage to guest services, staffing, and new attraction rollouts. This insider knowledge allows us to design marketing strategies that align with your operations, guest experience, and bottom line. ✅ That means campaigns aren’t just “clicks and impressions”—they’re built to fill lanes, party rooms, arcades, and calendars. 📈 Our Mission We exist to help FECs and entertainment venues drive more fun, more guests, and more revenue—so owners can focus on what they do best: creating unforgettable experiences for families, friends, and groups.