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Making AMC better Finnell helps families, friends create memories

Salina Journal - 11/26/2017

Sid Finnell moved to Salina in 2003 as a result of "being a military brat," she said. She grew up living with her grandparents, Phil and Linda Wolke.

She graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor's degree in computer science.

She has been married to Robby Finnell, owner of Robby's Famous Cheesecakes, for six years. The couple has three children together - a 5-year-old, 4-year-old and a 7-month-old.

The family attends First Covenant Church, 2625 E. Magnolia and are committed to providing a Christian-based lifestyle to their children.

The children are homeschooled using the Alpha and Omega Christian curriculum. She adopted the homeschool approach from her husband's mom, Donna Finnell.

"I really want our children to learn using a Christian-based education model," Finnell said. "This curriculum adjusts to each of their learning needs and styles.

What are your duties as general manager at the theater?

I am an Ambassador for multiple AMC locations. I oversee the Salina theater and advise other theatres at AMC by coaching and empowering other GMs and management teams. I am also responsible for our AMC Cares program; this is our way of making sure AMC stays involved in the community. We've sponsored events like the Bounce Bash and events with the Smoky Hill Museum. Every year, we host a Summer Movie Series, where all proceeds go to a local organization or charity. In the past, proceeds have went to CAPS (Child Advocacy & Parenting Services) and local schools.

What is the most difficult part of your job?

I'd say creating an overall friendly and exciting environment for our guest. It's really hard to keep a good variety of movies that can reach every interest in Salina and surrounding areas.

What's the best thing about your job and what keeps you here?

The best part is definitely working with a great crew that works hard to provide great customer service to our guests. We have 22 people on staff here, not including myself and other management. I also enjoy getting to provide that movie experience that families and friends will always remember. I love movies. My children are named after main characters from Top Gun.

What is something most people don't know about the movie theater in Salina?

Many people don't know that AMC has three different types of theaters - AMC Classic, AMC Amazing, and AMC DIT (Dine-in Theater) The Salina AMC is a Classic location that is aimed at providing a hometown feel with lower ticket prices. However, we also offer a wider menu now as well as multiple discount rates to the senior community, military and students.