Big Al's Renovation Profile

The Palace of Peoria

Undeterred by political pomp and circumstance, Al Zuccarini sidesteps early retirement to build the all-new “World Famous Big Al’s,” signaling a rebirth of his business and the city he calls home.
Perhaps the most mysterious aspect of inspiration is its source of origin. Anywhere, or anything, is possible, really, be they from the mundane or of the divine. Infinite causes that present themselves, seldom shared, resulting in an individual’s choice of either acting accordingly or ignoring them completely.

How safe is your club’s front door

Five tips for securing your points of entry

Nightclub & Security Consultants President Robert Smith provides five specific areas which, if addressed properly, could result in a more secure front door today.

Babes Renovation Profile

The Bourbon Street Method

As New Orleans welcomes 2013 with three huge events, Babe’s Cabaret gives themselves a front entrance facelift to attract new business.
It’s easy to get hit by a cab in New Orleans. Not because they’re aiming for pedestrians, but because people tend not to look where they’re going. If they’re tourists, it’s never their fault; with the French Quarter, the Garden District, Magazine Street, etc., there’s just too much take in.

The ED Interview:

Laurie Bowers, President of Deja Vu Consulting

Laurie Bowers is an anomaly—an enigma, really. She runs the largest chain of adult nightclubs in the world, and yet, very few in this industry could pick her out of a lineup of club professionals.

In truth, Bowers reflects an interesting industry dichotomy: While adult nightclubs are dominated on the one hand by the entertainers—after all, what would a strip club be without the strippers—they are also dominated from an ownership and managerial standpoint by men. While female owners and managers exist, and several are very successful at what they do, they pale in numbers compared to their male counterparts.

Club Connect

Making the connection with Club Connect -

The adult nightclub industry isn’t known for its fiscal responsibility. Until now, perhaps. Payment solutions provider Club Connect is looking to change that for club owners while providing employees easier methods of money management.