The Experience Department (Ted) has expanded its European-based leadership team, appointing Jake McCoy to the new position of director of operations.

McCoy joins Ted’s UK office from his previous role at Ted parent company, RWS Entertainment Group, where he led global teams across multiple departments.

During his career, McCoy has created large-scale events in a number of locations across corporate, consumer, non-profit, cruise line and theme park events.

Robin Breese-Davies, Ted's CEO, Europe, said: "Six Flags, SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, Paultons Park, Chester Zoo, Westfield, major shopping malls and celebrities have trusted Jake McCoy to oversee their custom, large-scale events.

“We are thrilled that he now calls the UK home and will be expanding our amazing events and entertainment to include new Halloween and Holiday immersive experiences. Jake will also play a tremendous role in creating efficiencies that benefit our clients and our partners.”

One of Europe’s largest leisure entertainment experience companies, Ted was acquired by RWS Entertainment in April 2022.

The RWS group of companies also includes international design firm, JRA, and Binder Casting.

RWS has set out to establishrwth itself as the world’s largest, full-service provider of visitor attractions and experiences.