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REVOLUTIONIZING THE WAY TOURISM, SPORTS, & ENTERTAINMENT ARE MARKETED AND MONETIZED. One stop shop for all of your sports tickets in the United States. NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, MLS, Formula1, etc.

Consider a wide array of U.S. destinations for your business experience: the historic Northeast, charming South, all-American Midwest, or picturesque West. In PRA, you have an expert partner to collaborate with you, anywhere your program takes you, to craft extraordinary events for you and your participants.

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!

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.

LimoLane is a global provider of premium chauffeur services with coverage across the USA, EMEA, and APAC regions. We operate 24/7, offering a seamless experience for booking reliable, luxurious transportation through our online platform at www.limolane.com. LimoLane specializes in catering to businesses, events, and individuals who require high-quality mobility solutions, ensuring professionalism, comfort, and punctuality. Our services are tailored to meet diverse mobility needs, including airport transfers, corporate travel, event transportation, and a strong expertise in managing complex large-scale events.

Your Full-Service Dallas Entertainment Agency Bravo Entertainment, a Dallas Entertainment Agency with 35 years of experience, crafts immersive, visually stunning productions for corporate events, destination management and global event planners.

An award-winning experiential marketing agency trusted by leading and emerging brands, WITS Experiential excels in designing and executing events that create lasting impressions. As a full-service agency, we leverage the right capabilities to creatively meet the desired outcomes of both large and intimate events. With decades of industry expertise, we ensure every event maximizes its impact, regardless of budget. We meticulously anticipate and manage every detail to guarantee an unparalleled experience for attendees and clients alike.

Carey International is the trusted leader in innovative ground transportation solutions- delivering unparalleled safety, reliability and general peace of mind to the world’s most discerning travelers since 1921. Spanning more than 1000 cities worldwide, Carey’s exclusive global franchise network offers a consistent experience and unmatched duty of care across a broad portfolio of services including: -Chauffeured driven services for business and leisure travelers. -Enterprise management solutions for corporate travel programs. -Specialized logistics management for Meetings & Events, Road Shows, Private Aviation Ground Transport, and Hotel Services. -Transportation technology and mobility services for online distribution platforms. -Preferred partner programs for travel advisors, event planners, and professional concierge.

Your go-to-source for unique, logo-branded giveaways of all kinds for all events at all price points. Today, thanks to company founder, Shari Verrone, Stackable Sensations'​ elite team of dedicated specialists, and positive word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied customers, (which fuels over 95% of their business!) Stackable Sensations has become the industry's go-to source for the most creative and high-quality corporate items, executive gifts, branded/logoed giveaways, and customized baby gifts. Whether for corporate events, media publicity/press junkets, sales meetings and conferences, trade shows, golf outings, room drops, training seminars, corporate fulfillment, special event or occasion, Stackable Sensations can help you take it to the next level. A true business partner who gets the job done on time and within budget, Stackable Sensations helps you deliver a "Wow"​ factor unequalled in the marketplace.

TO2 Photography, established in 2012, specializes in corporate events, trade shows, lifestyle imagery, and portrait photography. With more than a decade of experience, we provide organizations and meeting planners with dependable coverage, strong communication, and polished, consistent visuals that support marketing, communications, and post‑event needs. Our work spans conferences, exhibitor activations, executive portraits, and on‑location brand storytelling, all delivered with a professional, unobtrusive approach. TO2 Photography is certified as a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) with both the State of North Carolina and the City of Charlotte.