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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.

Experience the excitement of New York City and journey though time to discover it's dynamic history and rich culture on a first class immersive adventure. Our expert led private guided tours and experiences will captivate you with amazing stories and surprising secrets as you explore through the world renown neighborhoods of New York. Discover the inspiring chronicles of the legendary people and extraordinary places behind this metropolitan melting pot of world culture that influenced American society and ultimately helped shape our modern global civilization.

Outback Team Building & Training is your ultimate resource for team building, training, and consulting. Recommended by over 30,000+ corporate groups across North America, our 80+ solutions are available anywhere, anytime, for any sized group.

LMS Brandz is a full-service agency specializing in trade show merchandise and much more. From booth giveaways and branded apparel to executive gifting, displays, banners, signage, fulfillment, logistics, shipping, along with e-commerce solutions we handle it all. While there are many promotional companies to choose from, our 20+ years of industry experience and commitment to exceptional customer service set us apart. We deliver smart, reliable solutions designed to make the end-user experience seamless from start to finish. We are also a certified WOSB.

Inspire a warm and welcoming company culture conducive to employee retention and productivity. We help you build a fun, friendly, and innovative company environment. We focus on the goals of your business and your unique organizational personality, to help you build a positive and motivating workplace environment.

We are here to support event organizers or companies planning a gala presentation event anywhere in Australia /NZ and beyond. We solve your trophy and award problems by consulting, designing and creating sustainable recognition trophies and event awards which edify and reward for a job well done. Additionally, we design and manufacture unique customized paperweights ideal for conference mementos or keepsakes. Save the hassles, we will have your trophies in beautiful presentation boxes, ready at your venue when you arrive.

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.

Plannernet is the largest, most experienced provider of freelance meeting and event talent. We serve organizations of all sizes and industries through our powerful technology platform and grade-A service. We enable companies and talent to work together in a seamless, compliant and cost-effective manner that creates economic opportunity for all. Our Network of over 3,500 highly-specialized and vetted professionals, in over 70 countries, supports more than 200,000 hours of work annually. Plannernet’s model continues to be the optimal solution for companies looking to increase agility, scale effectively, consistently meet demand and create extraordinary event experiences.

On brand. On time. On it from concept to execution. Blueprint Studios is a premier full-service event design and production agency with over 300,000 one-of-a-kind rental pieces curated to elevate any experience—from luxury lounges to immersive activations. With creative hubs in Las Vegas and San Francisco, and the capability to travel anywhere in the world, we’re the strategic partner that brings your vision to life. From intimate soirées to global conferences, we craft high-impact experiences by blending thoughtful design, custom fabrication, large-format print, floral artistry, and an unmatched inventory of trend-forward rentals. Every event we touch becomes a story—designed with precision, built with intention, and remembered for years. We’re the studio of studios. With six in-house divisions and a team of passionate designers, engineers, strategists, and producers, we deliver holistic, end-to-end event solutions—efficiently and flawlessly. We bring the energy. We don’t just build events. We craft moments that connect, engage, and inspire. Let’s create something unforgettable.

Intelligence designed for human connection. Nia’s Concierge AI connects your entire CX ecosystem with always-on white-glove service for guests, staff, and administration. Our Neural Intelligence Agents (Nia) create incredible guest experiences with hyper-accurate data, intuitive real-time operational support, and delightful interactions customized to your brand.