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Located in heart of East Austin, ARRIVE Austin is an 83-room boutique hotel anchored by restaurants and bars that complement the Lone Star State’s food and drink epicenter. An architectural landmark with a remarkable façade, the hotel’s guest rooms feature distinctive design and artwork – collages by Sarah Presson – that pay tribute to the state’s “cowboy mythology,” and take inspiration from the unique physical landscape.

Educational and entertaining keynote that blends cybersecurity with mentalism. Gary S. Chan is a performing mentalist known for blending keen insight, psychology, and a touch of mystery into unforgettable experiences for his audiences. Gary's presentation explores the intersection of deception, intuition, and the human mind. Whether in intimate gatherings or larger venues, his style emphasizes connection, wonder, and the deeper mysteries behind what it means to think and believe. Testimonials: • “Gary performed as a keynote for a conference I help organize and he was awesome! The audience loved him and his presentation was wonderful. He was also really easy to work with and an amazing professional.” – Alex W. • “In addition to his phenomenal stage performance, Gary was great to work with behind the scenes as we discussed the finer details around planning the event. His show is well-designed and planned to perfection, and he comes ready with everything needed to deliver a high-value performance.” - Jodi S. • “Gary was a keynote speaker at the annual Gateway to Innovation conference in St. Louis. Gary was very easy to work with prior to the conference. He was very responsive on all communication and questions. Gary delivered a great keynote with mind-boggling exercises that engaged the entire audience of 1,500 attendees. The audience participation, exercises, and messaging all worked very well together in delivering an awesome presentation.” - David K. • “Gary recently performed a mentalist act at our company meeting with over 500 people in attendance and had everyone laughing and at the edge of their seat! Fabulous 5 star performance, very creative, highly recommended!” – Jamie B. Speech Summary: Another day, another phish. With the advancement of research in psychological behavior and tools like ChatGPT, it is increasingly difficult for organizations to protect themselves from their weakest link — their employees. What happens when one moves beyond phishing emails to predictive analytics? Find out with acclaimed mentalist Gary S. Chan, a mind-reader who will show you that it's possible to predict human behavior under real-world conditions and influence people to "freely" make the choices you want. This is social engineering on a completely different level. This is . . . Extreme Social Engineering. https://gschan2000.com Learning Objectives: • Increased awareness and appreciation for the breadth and effectiveness of social engineering • Importance of being observant and skeptical Trailer (with audio): https://gschan2000.com/trailer Sample video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBKSgSyvubk Past reviews: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Gary+the+Mentalist/@38.6731679,-90.4346444,17z/data=!4m7!3m6!1s0x8adf5b5e31f7d53b:0x1abdd10387defa8e!8m2!3d38.6731679!4d-90.4346444!9m1!1b1 Bio: Gary S. Chan is a security mentalist, an intellectual who uses game theory and math to predict and influence people. As a highly sought after speaker, Gary’s unique approach blends cybersecurity with the magic of mentalism to help audiences around the world learn to be more observant of how criminals use predictable human behavior to exploit others for gain. Gary is trained in behavioral profiling, conflict management, negotiation, interrogation, and mediation. He is currently System VP and CISO at a large US-based healthcare system, has architected anti-fraud systems for state agencies, has led the information security teams for a large-cap technology company, and was an evaluator and mentor for cybersecurity start-ups as part of a venture capital fund. He served as President of the FBI St. Louis Citizens Academy Alumni Association and Technology Officer for the Greater St. Louis Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. He holds four security certifications and a degree in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science from MIT. Washington University article about Gary: https://commonreader.wustl.edu/how-to-become-a-mentalist/ Insured by Specialty Insurance Agency as a mentalist, emcee, and public speaker while in the US. Proof of insurance available.

Step into a world of endless possibilities. The Houston Club is the city's leading community for purpose and connection in the heart of the downtown business district. At 49 floors in the sky, Members and guests embark on culinary adventures, experience next-level networking, host elevated meetings and events, and engage in lively socials while overlooking breathtaking city views.

Fogo de Chão Houston is located near the Galleria on famed Westheimer Road, featuring expansive dining rooms for all occasions from intimate to grand celebrations, a white Carrara marble Market Table, and a lively Bar Fogo. Differentiated menus are offered for all dayparts including lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and group dining, plus full-service catering and contactless takeout and delivery options. Planning your group event at Fogo De Chao, Houston Tx is the easiest and most productive part of the meeting planning process. We proudly offer incredible service, world class Brazilian Cuisine, and the best meeting and event spaces in the Houston Area. From our modern and spacious private rooms, semiprivate rooms, we can accommodate groups of all sizes and needs.

The historic Cementville paved the way for The Quarry Golf Course in 1993 and since then we have been proud to provide a premium level golf experience to area residents and visitors. The history of our property and the adjacent Quarry Market area go much farther back than that.

Our second San Antonio restaurant is located in a premier dining location just North of downtown San Antonio. The restaurant features an open churrasco grill giving guests a 360-degree view of gaucho chefs demonstrating the culinary art of churrasco as they butcher, prepare and grill high-quality cuts of protein over an open flame. Additional highlights to enhance the guest experience include an expansive dining room centered around a fresh and seasonal Market Table anchored at the front of the grill, dry aged meat lockers for in-house aging and a lively indoor Bar Fogo area, ideal for smaller, shareable plates and craft cocktails.

Altus Entertainment is a premier online talent booking agency specializing in providing exceptional entertainment solutions for events across the United States. With an extensive database of diverse talent, our mission is to help clients find the perfect artist, show, or experience that caters to their unique needs and desires. We pride ourselves on offering cost-effective and innovative entertainment options that leave a lasting impression on audiences. Our experienced team of Entertainment Booking Agents is dedicated to guiding clients through every step of the process, from initial consultation to final performance. We handle all the intricate details, allowing our clients to relax and enjoy the event, knowing their entertainment is in capable hands. At Altus Entertainment, we believe in going above and beyond to deliver unforgettable experiences. We strive to foster long-lasting relationships with our clients, built on trust, reliability, and exceptional customer service. Connect with us today and let us transform your next event into a memorable masterpiece. We bring life to your event.

Rent For Event is a full-service Audio-Visual Production and Rental company delivering cutting-edge solutions for live, virtual and hybrid experiences nationwide. With primary offices in Florida and California, and a team powered by industry experts, we offer a wide range of technical expertise from LED wall installation, staging, lighting, video, and audio solutions nationwide. With over 20 years experience, Rent For Event is dedicated to providing turnkey solutions guided by integrity, reliability under pressure, innovative approaches, and a steadfast focus on safety to clients. Every project is delivered on time, on budget, and with uncompromising quality from Fortune 500 conferences to nationally televised events.

DFW’S first interactive sports, indoor golf, bowling, darts, pickleball and social lounge designed for year-round fun, rain or shine! . With a total capacity of 300 people, Crush It features: . 6 Full Swing Multi-Sport (15+ games) simulators. . 6 Duckpin Social Bowling Lanes . 2 Augmented Reality Dart Boards . Pickleball Simulator . Huge Dining room and bar . Scratch kitchen featuring 20+ delicious food items. . Full mixed-beverage bar full of specialty cocktails and daily drink specials! 35 big screen tv's, covered patio with seating, fun yard games, and more! . Crush It is a perfect place for a casual hangout with friends, family, coworkers or for parties! Have your birthday, team building/training, corporate celebration, bachelor/bachelorette, graduation party, etc. Everyone here leaves having had a great time, and you will too, we promise!

RideCar is a professional chauffeur and private transportation company built around reliability, transparent pricing, and flexible service. We provide pre-arranged airport transfers, corporate travel, and on-demand hourly rides through a trusted network of licensed chauffeurs, delivering consistent service standards across every city we operate in.