Full-Service Zoo and Aquarium Consulting

With global experience in master planning, exhibit design, and operation, Zoo Solutions has the ability to take your project to the next level.

About Zoo Solutions

A Passion for Creating Experiences

Our company has decades of experience designing and operating some of the world’s greatest zoological parks and aquariums. We succeed when the guest’s faces light up in seeing animals thrive in the space we have created…

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Animal Species

Some of Our Past Projects

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How Can We Assist?

Master Planning

Combine creativity with functionality to ensure your master plan meets financial and experiential goals.

Concept and Schematic Design

Experience the fusion of imagination and expertise with Zoo Solutions design team.

Detailed Design

Zoo Solutions has a host of partners from around the world. Together any sized project can be accomplished.

Construction Supervision

Once design is completed, a Zoo Solutions subject matter expert can be on site to ensure construction meets intent.

Revenue Generation

Embed once in a lifetime experiences into your zoo or aquarium that are safe for guests and animals while adding to the bottom line.

Staff Training

Our experts have written SOPs, trained staff, set up emergency training regimes, as well as designed animal training programs for some of the top institutions in the zoological industry.

Animal Training

Zoo Solutions utilizes behavior modification through operant and classical conditioning utilizing positive reinforcement. We have implemented husbandry training with almost every order of animal species commonly held in zoos and aquariums. We have also trained animals for guest experiences, educational ambassador tasks, national media, and stage shows.

Our Awards

Award winning experience and Designs

AWARD

2024

Thea Award for Indoor Marine Park

Service Award

2019

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment

The animals come first in everything we do…every design, every experience, every memory…”

Amy Tacey Director of Veterinary Services

Our experiences should be the first thing people remember about their vacations. These memories should be the fabric that connects their emotions to a moment and place in time. This is what will bring them back again and again…

Daniel Hudacko Vice President of Business Development

Profitability starts with operating a safe and efficient site for both the staff and the animals…

Mike Heaphy Director of Field Operations

Meet the Team

Zoo Solutions - Full-Service Zoo and Aquarium Consulting

Dr. Harris DVM

Director of Veterinary Medicine

Zoo Solutions - Full-Service Zoo and Aquarium Consulting

Daniel Hudacko

Chief Operations Officer

Zoo Solutions - Full-Service Zoo and Aquarium Consulting

Jay Tacey

President and CEO

Zoo Solutions - Full-Service Zoo and Aquarium Consulting

Mike Heaphy

DIRECTOR OF FIELD OPERATIONS

Zoo Solutions

Amy Tacey

Director of Veterinary Services

Beyond our core team, Zoo Solutions has gathered and worked with partners from around the world. We utilize these partnerships to gather the best set of tools to meet the needs of your project and your budget. There is literally nothing that we cannot accomplish. 

Current Partners

IDEAS is an Orlando, FL-based brand activation and experience design firm delivering and activating powerful brands, unique destinations, and imaginative engagement around the world. Building on our Disney roots for more than 20+ years, IDEAS creates custom designed solutions that resonate with audiences and drive measurable performance through innovative integration of art, technology, and storytelling. For more, visit www.ideasorlando.com.

Integrated Insight is an Orlando, FL-based analytics firm providing invaluable expertise throughout the project development and implementation process. They know first-hand what it takes to understsand the market and business dynamics behind world-class attractions and destinations. Key areas of expertise include design, execution and interpretation of market research and consumer insights, demand forecasting, pricing and revenue optimization, operational efficiency and capacity planning, and project feasibility through financial (pro forma) and statistical modeling. With decades of experience with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, the executives of Integrated Insight have a deep appreciation for bringing creative projects to reality. They are a proven partner to developers, designers, architects, and operators with a strong repeat client base. For more, visit Integrated Insight at www.integratedinsight.com.

Robert Kelley Consulting provides operations development services for retail operations, merchandise, and attractions. Robert spent over 16 years in executive roles in merchandise and park operations for Walt Disney World in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and numerous resorts. Robert developed and implemented a diverse portfolio of highly themed, immersive, and successful initiatives elevating the guest experience to new levels that increased both profit and repeat visitation. He is an inspirational, strategic, and integrity-driven executive with a track record of creating healthier top and bottom lines by overseeing efficient, optimum operations. For more, visit Robert Kelly Consulting at www.robertkelleyconsulting.com.

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