Europa-Park Founder Roland Mack Presents New Book

(eap) Roland Mack, founder of Europa-Park, has presented his new book, “Freude ist mein Lebenswerk – Die wichtigsten 12 Erkenntnisse des Europa-Park-Gründers” (“Joy Is My Life’s Work – The 12 Most Important Lessons from the Europa-Park Founder”), together with journalist and long-time companion Horst Koppelstätter. The book will be published on 16 November and offers personal insights into more than five decades of entrepreneurship. In it, Mack reflects on successes and setbacks, formative encounters and the values that have shaped his life and entrepreneurial activities.

Manuel Herder, Roland Mack, and Horst Koppelstätter (from left) presented the book at Europa-Park. © Photo: Europa-Park

Since the opening of Europa-Park in 1975, Mack and his family have built one of Europe’s leading leisure and entertainment companies. In his book, he summarises his experiences in twelve key lessons. The focus is on topics such as curiosity and courage, family and responsibility, quality and trust, as well as the importance of interpersonal relationships. Joy plays a particularly important role, which Mack regards not only as a personal feeling but also as an essential foundation for solidarity, motivation and entrepreneurial success. Particularly in view of societal challenges, he advocates optimism, humanity and confidence in the future.

“I have achieved a great deal in my life. But the most important thing was never the numbers, it was always the people. If you succeed in bringing joy to others, then perhaps that is the greatest success you can achieve,” Mack writes in his book. With the book, the Europa-Park founder not only offers a personal retrospective of his entrepreneurial career but also provides insights into his beliefs and principles for success. Our editorial team is looking forward to reading it! ■