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R&E Trends

The Future of Leisure Time

Nearly everyone is considering opting for a simpler life, as we believe that there is real relief in getting off the consumption treadmill. Consumers’ dematerialization has a positive impact on leisure. As stuff takes on less importance, people are finding they have more room in their lives for experiences.

>The Future of Leisure Time:
The New Value Equation

U.S. Travel Forecasts

Take a look at the forecasts for travel and its relationship to GDP both in numbers and growth in percentages from the U.S. Travel Association.

>U.S. Travel Forecasts from the U.S. Travel Association

Leisure spending on the rise

California ranked 12th in this report from the Business Journals that looks at number jobs in the industry today and the change over 5 years.

>The Business Journals On Numbers: Leisure spending is on the rise in 34 states

Recreation & Entertainment

An ASL Specialty

ASL has assisted companies in the recreation industry such as Great America, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Golfland and numerous golf courses, hotels, and TV production studios.  

Sample case studies:

  • Substantially reduced costs of a TV production company by designing a streamlined cost accounting system that simplified its accounting processes and provided tax benefits.
  • Prevented further lost revenues by conducting full-scale control studies that identified and resolved point-of-sale challenges and revenue controls in order to safeguard assets.
  • Significantly reduced the tax liabilities of clients through the use of unique tax advantages and benefits available to the recreation and entertainment industries.

ASL is also a member of PKF North America, an association of independent accounting firms from across the country.  PKF Members have enjoyed decades of leadership in the field of hospitality. As a member, we draw upon the extensive resources of member PKF firms as we address your unique needs.  We have been providing services to recreation and entertainment clients for over 30 years.