BullShooter Magazine May 2015 Number 5 Volume 32 | Page 27

Indianapolis, Indiana Names Wayne Cunningham Award Recipient The Indiana Amusement and Music Operators Association (IAMOA) recognized Barb Marroni-Pierson of Marroni, Inc., as the newest recipient of the Wayne Cunningham Award during the IAMOA Annual Members Meeting, March 26, at the Marriott Indianapolis East. Named for Wayne Cunningham, who helped make IAMOA tournaments what they are today, the award is given to those who have made a significant contribution to IAMOA and the association’s pool and dart tournaments. Marroni-Pierson is the owner of Marroni, Inc., in South Bend, Indiana. A member since 1988, she has years of experience in the coin-operated amusement industry, and sits on the IAMOA Board of Directors. Since the award’s implementation in 1998, there have been 16 members recognized for their achievements. Past award recipients include: Shawn Smith Rick Coop Tim Louden Ed Dencer Conrad Storz, III Jerry Wilson Mike Gibbel Leslie Murphy, CAE Bill Smythe Skip Morrison Mike Smythe Don Ernst Vicki Shaw Susie Pierce Myra Glover John Parlipiano Congratulations to Barb Marroni-Pierson! Barb was presented the plaque by Mike Gibbel, from Shaffer Entertainment IAMOA is a trade association of coin-operated vending companies representing approximately 34 member companies throughout Indiana. The IAMOA was formed with the purpose of engaging in education and advocacy on behalf of those engaged in the business of coin-operated amusement devices. The Association offers materials and supplies to support its members, as well as an annual statewide dart and pool tournament. For more information on the IAMOA visit www.IAMOA.org. 27