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Celebrations are enhanced when exceptional cuisine is presented with thoughtful service and every detail is considered. 2 Dine 4 Fine Catering offers the finest, bespoke cuisine and service throughout central Texas and beyond. More than that, we are in the happiness business. Let us be the team to make your events, private parties and entertainment joyful and delightful. Email our Event Planners at info@2dine4.com or give us a call at 512-467-6600. From cozy dinner parties to opulent occasions 2 Dine 4 provides the spark that brings your party to life. Our team excels at designing menus just for you with unwavering attention to detail. Our operations are tucked away in our "Eastside Oasis" only 10 minutes from downtown. We support sustainable practices and enjoy giving back to our community.

LiveTen Media Services provides highly experienced professional AV labor Crew & audiovisual experts. Our Team Members come from a variety of industry backgrounds and audio-visual production. Each of our team members has a strong work ethic to ensure we make your event, trade, or conference is a work of art.

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.

THE CULINARY ART of CHURRASCO ® For more than 40 years, we have brought the FIRE to create memorable experiences and an innovative menu centered around the culinary art of Churrasco: fire-roasted proteins, expertly butchered and grilled over an open flame. THE MARKET TABLE A Culinary Experience Inspired by the grand kitchen tables on the farms of Southern Brazil, where family and friends gather to share the finest from their fresh harvests. We bring you seasonal salads and irresistibly fresh superfoods featuring naturally gluten-free, paleo, vegan selections, and more. Bar Fogo A LAIDBACK APPROACH TO THE FOGO EXPERIENCE Enjoy all the flavors of Brazil in a more casual atmosphere. Unwind with friends over craft cocktails and carefully selected wines, or share Brazilian-inspired appetizers and small plates. The Tradition The Story Behind the Flavors Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steak House Our story began in the mountainous countryside of Rio Grande do Sul in Southern Brazil. It is the lessons our founding brothers learned on their family farms that gave them the ambition to share their rich culinary heritage with the rest of the world.

A Family-Owned Premier Production Company Serving North America Since 1965. AVSC delivers end-to-end event production for general sessions, breakouts, hybrid/virtual programs, stage design, multi-camera streaming, speaker management, exhibits, and custom graphics/animations across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. What sets us apart is consistency: dedicated crews that return year after year, transparent pricing with no service charges, owned transportation and logistics, and a 99%+ client retention rate. From strategic design and CAD layouts to on-site show flow and post-event deliverables, we turn long-standing partnerships into seamless, memorable events.

Big House Sound, Inc. (BHS) is a full-service live event production company based in Austin, Texas, delivering professional audio, lighting, and video solutions for concerts, festivals, corporate events, and private productions. With over 35 years of experience, BHS has built a reputation for flawless execution, high-end equipment, and a team that understands how to support both creative vision and technical precision. From large-scale festivals and national touring acts to corporate meetings and galas, BHS provides scalable production tailored to each event. As a long-time production partner for major events like ACL Festival and projects with brands such as Apple and Formula 1, we bring big-event expertise while maintaining the flexibility and personal attention planners need. Event planners trust BHS for reliable communication, experienced crews, and systems built with industry-leading technology from brands like d&b audiotechnik, DiGiCo, and Shure. Whether you need full production or supplemental support for an existing system, BHS ensures your event looks exceptional, sounds incredible, and runs seamlessly from load-in to showtime.

At The Stand... We believe in Great Food. We believe Great Food deserves equally Great Service. We believe that Great Food & Service shouldn’t come at the expense of Great Value. At The Stand... We commit every day to delivering the finest Food, Service, and Value. That’s our pledge to you. To accomplish this, we partner with only the finest local suppliers. From fresh daily baked bread and professionally blended proprietary ground beef to locally sourced produce, we hold our partners to the highest standards of excellence.

Mesón Sommelier blends the warmth of a Spanish tapas bar with the sophistication of modern fine dining, creating a truly unique culinary experience. Our menu highlights seasonal, farm-fresh ingredients sourced from local farmers, alongside favorites like handcrafted empanadas and our signature chimichurri. Complementing the cuisine is an exceptional wine program curated by our in-house sommelier and winemaker, featuring rare boutique wines from around the world—many exclusive to Mesón and unavailable elsewhere in Texas. Thoughtfully selected by the glass or bottle, every wine is designed to elevate your dining experience.

SVEA offers corporate groups an immersive, authentic Silicon Valley experience — not a tour, but a transformation. We design and facilitate custom executive innovation tours, learning sessions, innovation workshops, leadership intensives, and behind-the-scenes tech culture experiences for visiting delegations, incentive groups, and corporate offsites. Whether your group wants to think like a Silicon Valley founder, explore the mindsets driving the world's fastest-growing companies, or walk away with a practical innovation playbook, SVEA delivers programming that is memorable, substantive, and uniquely rooted in the Valley. Ideal for groups of 10–200. Fully customizable by industry, seniority, and objectives.

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.