Tuesday, July 10, 2007

BizBash Event Syle Show Expo & Awards

I've had the privilege of attending, with my ACPWC colleagues, Marcia and Lisa, the first BizBash Los Angeles Event Style Show on Wednesday, June 27 at the California Market Center! I found it very informative and inspirational. The most creative event professionals in Southern California were gathered under one roof. With over 122 exhibitors, this show was packed with great ideas and resources. I was able to participate and really enjoyed the general session, "What's New, What's Hot and What's Now!" which was kicked off by former Governernor Gray Davis, and learned important tips in "The Greening of Events" session, given by Environmentalist and NRDC Trustee Elizabeth Wiatt. I also found the trend panel (John Campanelli of Classic Party Rentals, David Fischette of Go West Events & Mutimedia, Brent Bolthouse of Bolthouse Productions, Vanessa Gonzalez of Museum of Contemporary Art, Michael Gapinski of Along Came Mary Productions and moderator Alice Dubin of BizBash Media) focusing on catering, design, production, and entertainment very useful.

At the first Los Angeles Event Syle awards, all of the people behind the scenes at the best events of the year were recognized. Tina Brown was honored with the first BizBash achievement award for her contributions to the event industry.

I had a fantastic time. Can't wait to go again next year.

Photos borrowed from BrightRoom.com

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