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Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, Inc. (LEYE) is an independent, family-owned restaurant group based in Chicago that owns, manages and licenses more than 130 establishments in Illinois, Minnesota, Maryland, Nevada, California, Texas, Virginia and Washington D.C. We were founded in June 1971 by Richard Melman and Jerry A. Orzoff with the opening of R.J. Grunts and today, thanks to the creativity of our partners, we proudly service guests at more than 60 concepts ranging from fast casual to fine dining restaurants.

Since opening in 1991, Kinzie Chophouse has remained a cornerstone of Chicago dining. Rooted in the energy of River North, Kinzie pairs the traditions of a classic Chicago steakhouse with the warmth of Mediterranean hospitality–woven into everything from the welcome at the door to the menu itself. On the plate, Kinzie showcases both wet- and dry-aged prime cuts from longtime purveyor Meats by Linz, served alongside fresh seafood and timeless steakhouse sides. Complemented by tableside steak presentations and an award-winning wine program, Kinzie Chophouse is the kind of restaurant where regulars return and newcomers feel at home–a neighborhood steakhouse that is unmistakably Chicago.

VanityGrams.com is a high-impact, on-demand content creation service designed to elevate attendee engagement and extend the life of conference experiences. By capturing short-form, personalized video messages (“VanityGrams”) on-site, the platform transforms ordinary event moments into shareable, branded digital assets. Attendees, speakers, and sponsors can quickly record customized messages—whether it’s a shoutout, testimonial, recap, or social post—delivered in a polished, ready-to-share format within minutes. For conference planners, the value is threefold. First, it drives deeper engagement by giving participants a fun, interactive way to express themselves and connect with the event. Second, it amplifies reach through organic social sharing, as attendees distribute their VanityGrams across their networks, increasing visibility and FOMO around the conference. Third, it provides measurable ROI through branded content that highlights sponsors, reinforces event messaging, and generates a library of authentic user-generated media for post-event marketing. VanityGrams.com integrates seamlessly into conference environments—whether as a booth activation, roaming content team, or VIP experience—requiring minimal setup while delivering maximum impact. The result is a more memorable, shareable, and marketable event that continues to generate value long after it ends.

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 Chicago's West Loop, Recess (838 W. Kinzie St.) offers a vibrant, playful, escape to the daily grind. Home of Chica- go's largest patio, Recess encourages guests to adult...like a kid, while serving up delicious American food and drink.

Stitely’s well respected Chicago bands are passionate about bringing your vision to life with the right touch. Whether you’re looking for an awesome band, a DJ, a smaller combo, regal strings or a soloist, we’re here to tailor your event’s music to your day so that the vibe and atmosphere represent you and your reason for making memories!

A few words from the man himself… Growing up in an Italian-American household, food was always front and center in all family gatherings. I found myself in the kitchen during any family event and have fond memories watching as my mother made sauce, my grandmother made meatballs, and my aunts made cookies. As I got older it became obvious to me that my passion and future profession would be cooking in one capacity or another. I started my training with Inspiration Kitchens in Chicago, followed by stints in my uncle's hot dog stand Mandino's located in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin. Eventually, I formalized my training in some of Chicago's most beloved restaurants with names such as Publican Quality Meats, Au Cheval, Formento's, and Table Donkey and Stick. While fine-dining kitchens help sharpen my skills, my Italian/American roots were calling. Nothing made me want to make my mark on this industry quite like pizza.

If you need a high-impact experience that scales effortlessly from intimate teams to large-format corporate events—Pour Paint Party delivers. Our turnkey creative sessions consistently generate exceptional engagement, whether for employee appreciation, global hybrid events, or large-volume gifting experiences shipped worldwide. One recent holiday program continues to be referenced by leadership and staff weeks later, underscoring the lasting impact and shareability of the experience. Pour Paint Party provides a fully managed process, professional facilitation, global kit fulfillment, and an inclusive activity design that works for every participant no artistic skill required. Past Clients: Adobe, MasterCard, AWS, Capital One

Hi. My name is Rob Mendell. I've been performing interactive close-up Card Magic since 1973. I thoroughly enjoy my job, and my audiences love this friendly, professional, and entertaining magic. I have over 700 reviews on Google and Yelp; they are all five stars. I work at all kinds of gatherings and celebrations, including corporate events, trade shows, and a wide variety of private parties. I've been a Licensed Street Performer in Chicago since 2005. I'm a member of the Society of American Magicians and the International Brotherhood of Magicians. At events with up to about 20 people, I perform one show for everyone together. At larger events, I stroll, creating a series of small, intimate performances. I am happy to customize one of my signature effects; we can discuss this on a phone call. I look forward to speaking with you about how I can bring fun and wonder to your (clients') events.

Douglas Frazier is a corporate magician, keynote speaker, and leadership strategist who uses interactive magic to make business events unforgettable. He created The Wonder Effect™ Framework—a proprietary method that turns curiosity into collaboration and delivers real business results. With 20+ years of experience from the stage to the U.S. State Department, National Security Council, Microsoft, and Fortune 500 boardrooms, Douglas offers three distinct services: keynote presentations that energize large audiences, workshops and executive sessions that build stronger teams and sharper leaders, and brand activations and event entertainment that elevate receptions, galas, and hospitality experiences. Every engagement is customized around your goals. Available in-person, virtual, or hybrid, worldwide.