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More Than 1,300 Event Professionals Attend BizBash Live: The Expo Los Angeles

Nadia Chaudhury
July 17, 2014

On June 19, more than 1,300 event professionals gathered at BizBash Live: The Expo Los Angeles at the Los Angeles Convention Center for a day of inspiration, education, and mingling with the top names in events.

Attendees preregistered for the event using Eventbrite’s online registration system for BizBash Live, as well as for the opening- and closing-night parties, held at the Belasco Theatre and the Reserve, respectively. Overnight guests stayed at the Millennium Biltmore hotel. Attendees received all event information well in advance on the event app provided by Topi. BizBash Live kicked off with a smooth check-in thanks to Boomset and a handsomely staffed registration team from Blaine and Associates. In the registration area, attendees lounged on furniture from Blueprint Studios and Lounge Appeal. Volunteers wore custom BizBash T-shirts and passed out attendee bags provided by Bag Warehouse.

Once attendees were checked in at registration, the morning Workshop Series began with audiovisual equipment and services provided by NMR Events. Shortly after the conclusion of the workshops, the Event Innovation Forum began with an exciting lineup of top industry professionals speaking on hot event industry topics. Honeysweet Productions provided main stage production and management for the forum with LA Sound providing audio and ShowPro providing video equipment. Blueprint Studios provided stunning backdrops and draping around the entire space, bringing the environment to life as the event’s executive designer.

Swarmworks, a V.I.P. sponsor of the Event Innovation Forum, engaged attendees with an interactive game, while Pixe, also a V.I.P. sponsor, provided attendees with special photo ops. Axis Promotions provided a notebook gift for guests. The Event Innovation Forum networking luncheon was accented with linens from BBJ Table Fashions and delicious food from Levy Restaurants, the in-house caterer at the convention center.

The expo floor was bustling with activity, including more than 100 exhibitors with the newest services and products for the event industry. Global Experience Specialists (GES) provided outstanding exhibitor services for a smooth load in and set up. ExpoBadge provided exhibitor lead retrieval, connecting attendees and exhibitors for further networking opportunities. SJM Radio provided radios for on-site staff communications, while NEPS Worldwide provided show security.

Attendees relaxed in the main center lounge, furnished by CORT Event Furnishings, the national furniture sponsor for BizBash. Located in the main lounge was the Expo Floor Stage, featuring a jam-packed schedule with various performances and sessions, including the BizBash Taste-Off and Product Showcase. Chef Hugo Veltman of sbe Events and Catering took home the BizBash Taste-Off grand prize with his sample of crisp potato, smoked salmon, crème fraîche riata, and caviar. Hey Mister DJ served as M.C. of the Expo Floor Stage with audio equipment provided by LA Sound, a monitor provided by NMR Events, and the backdrop by Dazian.

BizBash Live concluded with a post-show cocktail party co-hosted with Event Planners Association (EPA). It was held at the Reserve, not yet open to the public. All of the day’s activities were filmed by Godfather Films and photographed by Jonah Light Photography.

BizBash extends a special thank-you to the Los Angeles Convention Center for its hospitality, as well as to all of our sponsors who make our events possible. Be sure to check bizbash.com/expola for event photos and updates.

Volunteers greeted attendees at registration with custom bags provided by Bag Warehouse.
Volunteers greeted attendees at registration with custom bags provided by Bag Warehouse.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Event professionals gathered at the Belasco for the preparty, co-hosted by NACE.
Event professionals gathered at the Belasco for the preparty, co-hosted by NACE.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Blaine and Associates checked in attendees with Boomset software at registration.
Blaine and Associates checked in attendees with Boomset software at registration.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Attendees collaborated to reimagine iconic events during the Plan-A-Thon morning workshop.
Attendees collaborated to reimagine iconic events during the Plan-A-Thon morning workshop.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Ryan Zynger of Zynger Event Designs and Christina Sion of the California Science Center lead a packed house during their morning workshop on client/vendor relationships.
Ryan Zynger of Zynger Event Designs and Christina Sion of the California Science Center lead a packed house during their morning workshop on client/vendor relationships.
Photo: Jessica LaRoi for BizBash
Todd Hawkins of the Todd Group opened the morning session of the Event Innovation Forum.
Todd Hawkins of the Todd Group opened the morning session of the Event Innovation Forum.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Attendees were captivated by the thought-provoking presentations during the Event Innovation Forum.
Attendees were captivated by the thought-provoking presentations during the Event Innovation Forum.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Thought leaders and event innovators provided insights, ideas, and inspiration to the exclusive group of event and meeting professionals during the Event Innovation Forum.
Thought leaders and event innovators provided insights, ideas, and inspiration to the exclusive group of event and meeting professionals during the Event Innovation Forum.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
BizBash editor in chief Anna Sekula moderated a panel on the evolution of catering featuring Vanessa Shay of AEG Worldwide, Carolyn Dent of Omni Hotels, and Meg Hall of Made by Meg.
BizBash editor in chief Anna Sekula moderated a panel on the evolution of catering featuring Vanessa Shay of AEG Worldwide, Carolyn Dent of Omni Hotels, and Meg Hall of Made by Meg.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Attendees enjoyed a demo of Swarmworks's interactive technology during the Event Innovation Forum.
Attendees enjoyed a demo of Swarmworks's interactive technology during the Event Innovation Forum.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Scott Schenker of Microsoft kicked off the second session at the Event Innovation Forum.
Scott Schenker of Microsoft kicked off the second session at the Event Innovation Forum.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Archive Rentals built a custom booth and served make-your-own drinks featuring Patrón tequila.
Archive Rentals built a custom booth and served make-your-own drinks featuring Patrón tequila.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Gregory Adamson's live painting brought extra glitz and glamour to the trade show floor.
Gregory Adamson's live painting brought extra glitz and glamour to the trade show floor.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
The team from Found Vintage Rentals had a booth on the trade show floor.
The team from Found Vintage Rentals had a booth on the trade show floor.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Chefs Jonathan Moulton of Sadie Kitchen and Lounge, Dustin Trani of DOMA Beverly Hills, Hugo Veltman of sbe, Tammy Lips of the Ripe Choice Catering, and Joe Vasiloff of Patina Restaurant Group cooked delectable hors d'oeuvres during the first BizBash Taste-Off.
Chefs Jonathan Moulton of Sadie Kitchen and Lounge, Dustin Trani of DOMA Beverly Hills, Hugo Veltman of sbe, Tammy Lips of the Ripe Choice Catering, and Joe Vasiloff of Patina Restaurant Group cooked delectable hors d'oeuvres during the first BizBash Taste-Off.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
Attendees posed for fun pictures taken by Pixe Social during the after-party, co-hosted by EPA at the Reserve.
Attendees posed for fun pictures taken by Pixe Social during the after-party, co-hosted by EPA at the Reserve.
Photo: Jonah Light for BizBash
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