Tim Sharp
Tim Sharp has been named the new brand president of Bedford-based Urban Air Adventure Park, a leading indoor adventure park operator and part of the youth enrichment growth-focused platform Unleashed Brands.
“Tim has been a cornerstone of Urban Air’s success over the past several years, and his deep knowledge of our operations and culture makes him the ideal leader to take the brand to new heights,” Michael Browning Jr., founder and CEO of Unleashed Brands, said in a statement. “His leadership, operational expertise, and passion for the brand will ensure we continue to set the standard in family entertainment.”
Sharp has been with Urban Air since 2019, serving as vice president of operations, where he was instrumental in driving operational excellence across the brand’s expansive network of parks, the company said. During his time at Urban Air, Sharp worked closely with franchisees to improve park performance, enhance the guest experience, and introduce operational innovations that have fueled Urban Air’s continued success.
As brand president, Sharp will focus on maintaining Urban Air’s position as the premier destination for family entertainment, while continuing to innovate and deliver exceptional experiences for guests. He will also work to drive profitable growth for franchisees and expand the brand’s footprint globally, the company said.
Urban Air is the largest indoor adventure park operator in the world, offering more than 20 attractions, including intense ropes courses, Urban Air’s Sky Rider, Adventure Slides, Battle Beams, laser tag, dodgeball courts, electric go-karting, obstacle courses, and more.
The company said that each park features a state-of-the-art, fast-casual café, ensuring a seamless experience for families.
Urban Air was listed this month as No. 135 in the 2024 Franchise Times Top 400 list, an exclusive annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based franchise systems by global systemwide sales.
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