Marcelo Periales, founder of the Neverland family entertainment centre chain in Argentina, passed away on July 9 at the age of 57 following a three-year battle with cancer.
Born in Rio Ceballos, Periales opened his first FEC 33 years ago. Today, Neverland operates 20 locations in Argentina and four in Spain.
He was a former IAAPA board member and founder and past president of the Argentinean Amusement Park Association. In 2001, IAAPA presented him with its Lifetime Service Award.
Italian attractions manufacturer Zamperla described Periales as “more than a client, he has been a friend of us for more than 20 years.”
“As owner of Neverland Parks, his passion, elegance, creativity and innovation have shaped the future of the attractions industry and will continue to carry on his legacy,” the company said.
