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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.

Welcome to Strayboots, the leading provider of corporate team-building experiences. With over a decade of experience and a global presence in 300 cities, we are trusted by over 5000 corporations worldwide. At Strayboots, we believe in the power of relationships, trust, and communication to drive successful team dynamics. Our diverse and inclusive approach creates fun and exciting environments where teams can build strong connections. We offer a wide range of on-site, off-site, remote, and hybrid activities and training programs designed to boost productivity and employee satisfaction. From corporate leadership events to scavenger hunts and onboarding programs, our carefully curated experiences entertain, educate, and inspire purpose within your team. Through our interactive challenges, we foster open communication, strengthen relationships, and enhance problem-solving skills. Our dedicated team of experienced facilitators ensures flawless execution and leaves a lasting impression on your employees or students. With Strayboots, you can expect professionalism, innovation, and expertise. We deliver transformative experiences that equip your team with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in today's business landscape. Join us on an extraordinary journey of growth, camaraderie, and achievement. Choose Strayboots as your partner in team building and unlock your organization's full potential!

Crossed arms. Poked out bottom lips. Eye rolls. Sighs of displeasure. Mention team building, and you might get these reactions. The thought of another ropes course, forced togetherness or (gasp!) trust falls while keeping your already busy team from their work can create more stress than staying at the workplace. But not with On Purpose Adventures. Your group may need team building (focused on skill development/enhancement) or team bonding (focused on relationship-minded activities) or a combination of both. But whatever the activity, it needs to be facilitated WITH purpose and ON purpose. Most team building programs don’t tie the experience into real-world, job-related application. But ours does. On Purpose delivers team building and bonding with a purpose. Our programs are structured around the way your team operates, and can be tailored to fit your specific challenges and goals. Your team will engage in collaborative activities that build communication, cohesiveness, and enhance skills like collective problem solving, while having fun together. Team building and bonding with On Purpose Adventures brings your team members together in exciting, driven, purposeful activities that make a big impression and generate a genuine team response, keeping them productive and engaged. Skill enhancement happens in a real-life relatable structure, so your takeaways aren’t easily forgotten or lost as soon as the fun ends. Let us help you strengthen your team - on purpose.

A minority woman owned business established in July 2009. Elevate your next event with Origin Event Planning, where unforgettable experiences are crafted with precision and passion. As a premier event and meeting planning company, we specialize in transforming your vision into seamless, impactful gatherings—whether it’s a corporate conference, gala, or intimate celebration. Our expert team handles every detail, from venue selection and logistics to creative design and flawless execution, ensuring your event captivates and inspires. Partner with us to create moments that leave a lasting impression and drive your success. Contact us today to bring your next event to life!

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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.

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Bongo & B is the leading 5-star LIVE entertainment provider. WIth 150+ Acts & Showcases, Take your next Festival, Corporate, Private, Nightlife and Wedding functions to the next level with a Bongo and B showcase your guest won’t soon forget! We Exclusively work with Premium Talent to ensure a luxury experience for our clientele who want only the best artists in the city.

Big Wave Productions specializes in full-service conference photo and video production services, including: • Conference/Event Promo & Highlight Videos • Complete Session Videos (long-form edits) • Formal & Walkaround Interviews • Multi-Camera Live Event Streaming • Conference/Event Still Photography (w/same-day delivery) • Professional Headshot Stations • Product, Service, and Lifestyle Marketing Photo and Video Production Big Wave Productions specializes in capturing the essence of your conference with professional photography and videography services. Our experienced team uses top-of-the-line equipment to document every important moment, from keynote speeches to networking sessions. We tailor our services to suit your event’s needs and provide polished, high-quality photos and videos through expert editing and post-production. Plus, our fast turnaround times—including same-day delivery of edited photos—ensure you can share your conference highlights right away. Click to see our conference/meeting/event photography portfolio and video reel: https://meetbigwave.com/conference-meeting-convention-photo-video-production

Pzazz Productions is your collaborative partner and creative team of top talent and extraordinary producers. More than just your entertainment company, we’re your strategic partners. Pzazz has built its’ reputation on passion, class and excellence with an emphasis on creating exciting, immersive and authentic experiences. Our portfolio of successful events includes Rolls Royce, Bentley, Ritz Carlton, multiple pharmaceutical, insurance and banking companies, sporting events, the NFL at Super Bowl and the Marquis at Times Square New Year’s Eve. Our expertise, knowledge, and combined experience of 100 years in the events industry will shine through in the way we work with you personally and professionally. The Pzazz Team will always go that extra mile to deliver excellence and ensure that in every aspect of your event. Pzazz Productions is your collaborative partner and creative team of top talent and extraordinary producers. More than just your entertainment company, we’re your strategic partners. Pzazz has built its’ reputation on passion, class and excellence with an emphasis on creating exciting, immersive and authentic experiences. Our portfolio of successful events includes Rolls Royce, Bentley, Ritz Carlton, multiple pharmaceutical, insurance and banking companies, sporting events, the NFL at Super Bowl and the Marquis at Times Square New Year’s Eve. Our expertise, knowledge, and combined experience of 100 years in the events industry will shine through in the way we work with you personally and professionally. The Pzazz Team will always go that extra mile to deliver excellence and ensure that in every aspect of your event.