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✨AS SEEN AT CVENT CONNECT! ✨ The loved classic — Lollipop Signs — the lightest and brightest LED sign in the world • Open Seats in Dark Auditoriums • Brand Recognition • VIP Seating • Direct Guests & Manage Traffic Flow • Brighten up your event with Lollipop Signs! Complimentary catalogue with your branding – Connect with us today for more information, or send us your logo and we will create an interactive presentation highlighting your brand.

Kansas native and Dallas-based, Richy Smart is a dynamic and influential DJ. Combining his deep musical knowledge with exceptional technical skills, he crafts immersive soundscapes that set the perfect mood for audiences worldwide.

Impact 4 Good is the one source for bringing community service to your next event! Exciting and engaging team building activities are just part of what we offer. Let us identify the best cause/beneficiary to support, manage the donation logistics and bring the spirit of community service to your group. From your initial request through the day of your event, Impact 4 Good handles all the details. Where are we? Nationwide and abroad, our local team’s got you covered. Got a cause you love? Our events put your philanthropic values into action. Short on time? Activities typically range from 30 minutes to 2 hours. Looking for something unique? We customize events to meet your goals/objectives/budget.

Located in Houston’s prestigious River Oaks District, just outside the Galleria, MAD is a luxurious and modern dining destination inspired by the vibrant nightlife of Madrid. Opened in June 2019 and designed by renowned Spanish architect Lázaro Rosa-Violán, MAD blends the energy of Spain’s capital with Houston’s passion for gastronomy, love of space, and connection to the museum district. The interior features a 20-seat rectangular bar and accommodates 180 seated guests or 250 standing. Designed to feel like a museum, MAD showcases works by Picasso, Dalí, and Miró, alongside pieces from Banksy, Antonio Saura, and chandeliers by Dale Chihuly. Even the vivid restroom hallway—featured in The New York Times—offers an immersive, artistic experience. Guests can enjoy inventive tapas, small bites, wood-fired rice, fresh seafood, grilled meats, signature gin & tonics, craft cocktails, and a global wine list curated to complement the vibrant cuisine.

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.

Located in the East Village of Houston's edgy East Downtown, Chapman & Kirby is named after the founders of Houston. Chapman & Kirby was created to host Houston's diverse nightlife and upscale private events, with a food and craft cocktail menu created to celebrate the cultural depth and heritage of Houston.

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.

La Corsha Hospitality Group is an Austin, Texas-based management and consulting company. The company was founded in early 2006 by 40-year hotel industry veteran Jeff Trigger. The La Corsha name honors Trigger's two daughters, Coralee and Shannon. Trigger and his associates have an extensive background that specializes in operating luxury hotels, restoring and repositioning historic properties, and developing independent restaurants and bars. Examples of their work include downtown Austin's Driskill Hotel; Dallas’ Mansion on Turtle Creek, Hotel Adolphus, and Stoneleigh Hotel and Spa; San Antonio’s Saint Anthony Hotel; Big Spring’s Hotel Settles; and Marfa’s Hotel Saint George and La Venture Restaurant. La Corsha’s restaurant development Congress Austin, introduced the renowned 5-Star restaurant, Congress; critically acclaimed Bar Congress; and Austin’s iconic hot-spot Second Bar + Kitchen. Its most recent projects include the restored Mattie’s at Green Pastures (Austin) in 2017, the restored Stagecoach Inn (Salado) in 2018, The East Austin Hotel along with its signature restaurant and rooftop bar in 2019, and The Crazy Water Hotel (Mineral Wells) in 2022.

We help organizations discover their OPTICS through comprehensive event production, audiovisual solutions, and creative communications for corporate meetings, leadership conferences, general sessions, awards ceremonies, virtual meetings, and social gatherings. For over 20 years, Corporate Optics has transformed how organizations are perceived through immersive event experiences that captivate audiences and deliver measurable results. Our mission drives our daily actions: provide conference and event management to organizations in a welcoming environment with a reliable voice. As an Emmy Award-winning and MPI Global Paragon Award recipient, we understand the challenges meeting planners face: tight timelines, complex messaging requirements, mountains of agendas & logistics, and the pressure to create memorable experiences while demonstrating ROI. Collaborated with top brands including Ford, General Motors, Nissan, Honda, and the NCAA.

I’m Craig Martin, a corporate magician and professional event entertainer specializing in interactive magic experiences for business events, conferences, and corporate gatherings. I help companies create engaging and memorable events through modern, high-impact magic designed to break the ice, increase audience interaction, and enhance guest engagement. My performances are ideal for corporate events and company parties, conferences and networking events, product launches and brand activations, gala dinners and VIP receptions, as well as trade shows and exhibitions. I offer both close-up (walkaround) magic and stage performances, each tailored to suit the tone, audience size, and goals of your event. I’ve had the privilege of performing for top brands including Pepsi, Amazon, Morgan Stanley, HP, Home Depot, Microsoft, Intel, Nike, SurveyMonkey, Cricket, Pacific Seafoods, High School Pharmacy, Holiday Inn, and many other household names. My focus is always on delivering professional, clean, and audience-focused entertainment that integrates seamlessly into corporate environments and elevates the overall event experience. I’m available for events locally and nationwide.