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B-24 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL EVENT PLANNING GUIDE APRIL 23, 2018

There’s no better place in the countryto enjoy the good life than in SouthernCalifornia. At the Hilton OrangeCounty/Costa Mesa, we’ve distilled theessence of California into anunforgettable hotel experience.

Contemporary, and with an intuitiveapproach to service that never feels forced, we help guests relax in a way that’sonly possible here. From our fresh California Rim cuisine to our proximity to thebeaches, wineries, and a wealth of arts and culture, it all adds up to one thing: Adelicious slice of California life!

Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa is home to wonderful dining options, from thecasual elegance of our signature restaurant, Bristol Palms California Bistro, to theon-the-fly, grab-and-go choices at our coffee bar, Bristol Brew. We also offer guests24-hour room service, and Executive Level guests are welcome to an includedbreakfast and reception hour every day of their stay with us. For guests who prefera serve yourself option, our Corner Pantry is available 24 hours for yourconvenience. Choose from an array of snacks, beverages and sundries any time ofthe day or night.

Additionally, the Hilton Costa Mesa offers a full menu of services to enhance thequality of your special event, whether it’s a corporate conference, a family reunion oranything in between. From catering to audiovisual equipment, our professionalevent planners are on hand to assist with any and all of your Orange County eventneeds. The Hilton also supplies online tools including a Guest List Manager andResources to make event organizing even easier.

Book your next group at the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa and receive bonusHilton Honors Points. Please contact the Sales Office and mention promo code“Hilton Honors” for more information. 714-438-4910

The Hilton Orange County/Costa MesaCelebrates the Essence of California

The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach provides both a beautiful and uniqueatmosphere for your corporate and special events. Immerse your guests in thebeauty and wonder of the ocean and create an event that they won’t soon forget.

Your guests can wander amongstaquarium exhibits and marvel at thewonders of the deep. More than11,000 animals live in the manyremarkable habitats and ecosystemsrepresented here in engaging waterydisplays. Amber forests of giantswaying kelp beds, multihued tropicalcoral reefs, and translucent floatingsea life grab your attention and ignitethe imagination. Watch otters play,penguins glide through the water, andeven touch a shark! You and your guests will be instantly immersed in theenchantment of the sea and its fascinating inhabitants.

You can dine under our blue whale with the stunning backdrop of our two-storykelp exhibit, take in harbor views from our rooftop Veranda, or customize any ofour spaces to best fit your party’s needs. Let us serve you California-inspired,chef-crafted cuisine designed to complement an event tailored to fit any sizegroup. Our culinary presentation will have your mouth watering, and our savorydelights will please your palate. Our food is fresh – we utilize local growers andsustainable practices. Our philosophy is simple – good food, good company andgreat results. Our food is modern – cutting-edge culinary creations paired withhometown favorites.

For a free walkthrough of the Aquarium with our special events team, call 562-951-1663. For more information on all the options we provide, visitaquariumofpacific.org/specialevents.

Corporate and Special Events at the Aquarium

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When you have a big important event to plan, there are many people countingon you to make sure it goes off without a hitch. Whether it is budgeting,scheduling, site selection, acquiring necessary permits or coordinatingtransportation and parking, BEST-VIP Chauffeured Worldwide appreciates thecare and consideration put into getting plans into motion. We also understandhow crucial reliable partnerships are to the success of an event and we fulfillour role as the premier transportation partner each and every time.

At BEST-VIP, we pride ourselves on exceptional service. And that’s what hashelped us become the leading Orange County transportation solution forcorporate meetings, destination management companies (DMCs) and eventplanners since 1985. We understand that the transportation component iscritical to the success of any event and you need a trusted partner to ensurethat transportation is the last thing on your attendees’ minds. We have built ateam of experienced professionals who understand that no meeting or eventis the same, so we are flexible and will customize our transportation andservice plan for each unique customer. We will work within the parameters ofyour manifest and develop a plan that works with your budget while deliveringthe highest level of comfort and service to your attendees.

Planning transportation logistics should not be your stress to bear. Forefficient planning, you must have partners who make the process simple andhassle-free while understanding that every last detail counts. Your chauffeurservice should be punctual and arrive early to transport your groups. Theyshould take your clients to their desired destination promptly, minding thatattendees have high expectations for the upcoming event and will want toarrive on time. With one call, online click or opening of an app, you should beable to fast-track the ideal transfer effortlessly. All of these traits areencompassed by BEST-VIP and our first-class service.

BEST-VIP has an enviable reputation for offering best in-class transportation

First-Class Transportation at Your Service

and efficiency throughout Southern California and in more than 500 cities and50 countries. We want your plans to go off without a hitch and for your clientsto experience first-hand the BEST in chauffeured travel. As a BEST-VIP clientor guest, you have the freedom to make the most of your time and your life,whether you’re traveling for business or leisure. It’s our top priority to be yourmost trusted transportation solutions partner.

We promise to go Beyond. Transportation and give you the BESTexperience imaginable.

For more information, call 866-323-2378 (BEST) or email [email protected].


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Five Crowns is a charming replica of one of England’s oldest countryinns and a Corona del Mar landmark. Known for its warm hospitality,award-winning seasonal menus, the finest wine selections andexceptional service, Five Crowns is the perfect setting for corporateevents, milestone birthdays and more.

The entire venue can be transformed to accommodate the mostextravagant special events for hundreds of guests, or individual roomscan cater to more intimate business or family gatherings.

Experience the sunlit Greenhouse; colorful English Garden; and thenew Cooper’s Bar, offering an inspired cocktail program and communalseating.

A distinctive style and tradition of excellence have made Five Crownsone of Southern California’s most sought-after locations forcelebrations and special events since 1965.

Five Crowns is located at 3801 East Coast Highway, Corona del Mar,CA 92625. Valet parking is available. For more information, visitlawrysonline.com/five-crowns or call 949-760-0331.

Five CrownsCelebrating with you since 1965

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Celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, Orange County’s iconic Lido Theaterhas been the setting of many special events over the years, and the unmatchedvenue can make your next corporate or private event one to remember.

Located in picturesque Newport Beach, Lido Theater is reminiscent of theGolden Age of Hollywood, while providing a new, state-of-the-art projection andsound system. The meticulously restored theater has set the stage foreverything from corporate presentations to charity fundraisers, private partiesand the annual Closing Night Gala for the Newport Beach Film Festival.

Via Lido Plaza, home to the Lido Theater, is undergoing renovations that willsoon unveil façade upgrades and a new restaurant along Via Lido. In addition,the enhanced courtyard will feature a new fountain, lighting, and seating areasfor eating and relaxing, which are ideal for private parties to host a receptionadjacent to the theater.

Featuring elegant lobby chandeliers, vintage poster cases, an original workingbox office, and a magnificent red velvet waterfall curtain on an elevated stage,

Landmark Lido Theater Is the Picture Perfect Setting for Corporate & Private Eventsthe Lido Theater is truly one of Orange County’s most unique special eventvenues. The theater still features some of the original Catalina tilework, reveredat the time for its colorful, hand-painted beauty, and rarely seen in SouthernCalifornia today.

The single-screen auditorium walls have stunning murals depicting underwaterocean scenes that appear to glow from black lights illuminating the walls whenthe house lights dim. The auditorium, including a balcony not seen in moderntheaters, provides seating for up to 550 guests.

The Newport Beach landmark opened in 1938 with the Bette Davis movie,“Jezebel.” A resident of nearby Corona del Mar, Miss Davis is said to havetraveled by the site daily while the theater was being built, and requested asitting parlor in the ladies room, that still remains today.

The Lido Theater is conveniently located in Via Lido Plaza at 3459 Via Lido, offNewport Boulevard, in picturesque Newport Beach. To book your next event atthe theater, please call 949-723-7100 or email [email protected].



Looking for a great place to host your next event? Newport Dunes WaterfrontResort has emerged as one of Orange County’s best kept secrets.

The resort offers 50,000 square feet of customizable waterfront function space, aprivate beach along the Back Bay and unbelievable beautiful backdrops. Fromcasual feet in the sand company picnics, barbeques and clam bakes to elegantbusiness galas, the resort offers a large variety of venues.

The Pavilions at Newport Dunes – named the top beach location in OrangeCounty by Coast Magazine – easily transform with tables, beachside cabanas,twinkle lights and more, into magical environments. With panoramic views of the

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort

bay, the Pavilions are the perfectlocation to hold the ultimate companybeach party, team-building exercise orsemi-formal cocktail hour.Watersports, volleyball, bonfires andcornhole can be part of the fun.

For more elegant affairs, consider theGazebo, with an elegant lawn area setalong the waterfront. This tranquil spothas the same beachy endowmentsthat Pavilions possess, and its garden-style gazebo in Spanish tile, enclosedlawn and white picket fence make iteven more charming.

For parties in the hundreds, there isthe Marina Terrace, an expansivegrass area on the Marina side of thelagoon that offers maximum flexibilityand includes plenty of room for yourfundraiser, super-sized corporatedinner or festival, with impeccableviews of both the lagoon and harbor.

Crafted by Chef Daniel, the banquetmenus provide a variety of flexibleoptions, from traditional barbeque andclam bakes, to formal plated dinners.Nestled on a picturesque lagoon at theentrance to the Back Bay NaturePreserve, this 110-acre retreat offersmeeting planning services, catering,accommodations and loads of fun atextraordinarily affordable prices.

For more information, visitNewportDunes.com or call 949-729-3800.



Building on more than 30years of culinary excellenceon the Orange Countydining landscape, PregoMediterranean has settledinto its new home at TheDistrict at Tustin Legacy.Long-time supporters andnew guests have beenenjoying the lively bar areaand grand dining room atthe new location, whereChef Ugo Allesina continuesto lead the culinary team.With two decades ofexperience at Prego, ChefUgo has brought backsignature items and has added new Mediterranean-focused dishes to the menu.The kitchen continues to focus on utilizing seasonal ingredients, the best meatand seafood, and freshly made pastas.

New Mediterranean-focused dishes include Seasonal Hummus of mushroom andtruffle, sundried tomato and roasted garlic basil, served with house-made rusticflatbread; Golden Beet Salad with mixed baby greens, yellow beets, goat cheeseand caramelized onions tossed in a balsamic reduction; and Lobster and ShrimpStuffed Sole in a white wine, garlic, lemon and caper sauce.

Adding a splash of Mediterranean color to California, Prego Mediterraneanfeatures a lively exhibition kitchen, allowing diners to view the artful chefs creatingtheir delicious dishes. With a capacity to seat more than 250 guests, Pregofeatures al fresco dining, full bar, private dining and catering services.

For more information, visit www.pregoOC.com.

An Orange County Institution

Prego owners Ruth and Tony Bedi

For more than 40 years, Tustin Awards has proudly served Tustin and beyond.Whether you need a small engraved plate or elite awards for your corporaterecognition program, Tustin Awards takes pride in every order.

Family-owned since 1978, TustinAwards has a stunning showroomwhich allows you to view anextensive selection of corporateawards, gifts and promotionalproducts, and consult with theirrecognition specialists. With on-sitelaser engraving and full-color digitalprinting technology, they providecustomers with unparalleledcreativity in award customization.Their experienced engraving andassembly teams work tirelessly toensure exceptional product quality.

In this fast-paced and competitive business climate, taking a few moments toreward outstanding employee performance or send a thoughtful gift to your clientswill set your company apart.

Call Tustin Awards for your:u Employee awardsu Donor recognitionu Promotional productsu Corporate gifts

Tustin Awards Inc. is open 8:30 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, and isconveniently located at 1322 Bell Ave. Suite 1-A in Tustin. For more information,call 714-247-2277 or visit tustinawards.com!

Recognizing the Heart of a Champion

Crystal Room at Tustin Awards



The largest hotel in Orange County will bring your event to life one detail at a time.The award-winning event services team offers stacked meeting spaces, twooutdoor decks, twin ballrooms and a primelocation. Personalization is key and will helpyou re-define your meeting spaces. Premiersuites and networking spaces are just some ofthe features that will make every detail lesstransactional and more interactional.

Hilton Anaheim defies all convention hotelstereotypes by creating unique experiencesfor event planners and attendees. Surroundedby a variety of restaurants, shopping, nightlifevenues and theme parks, this is the ideal location for both work and play. Thehotel features expansive indoor/outdoor function space and has a diverse culinaryfootprint, which focuses on locally sourced ingredients. Hilton Anaheim offerssomething unique for events of any size.

Call 714-740-4220 or e-mail [email protected] to start planningtoday!

Hilton Anaheim: Something for Everyone

Atmosphere Events provides corporate presentation services including audio,video, lighting and staging for the greater West Coast. We specialize in creativesolutions to deliver your message on time and on budget. We offer completeproduction solutions from pre-design rendering, custom content creation, technicalteams and project management. Please contact Joe Paxton [email protected] to receive additional information on howAtmosphere Events can bring your brand to life.

Joe Paxton, CEOAtmosphere Events Pro

Lighting | Audio | Video | Staging | Event Production714-264-9338

www.atmosphereeventspro.com

Atmosphere Events



Ask most anyone in Orange County and they’ll tell you exactly where the annualOC Fair is held. It’s in Costa Mesa at OC Fair & Event Center, of course, wheremore than 1.3 million people come together each summer for Orange County’sbiggest party of the year. But, “What happens there the other 11 months?”

Did you know that nearly 200 diverse events are held throughout the year at OCFair & Event Center? Take, forexample, America’s Family Pet Expowhich attracts more than 45,000 in asingle weekend and it’s all about yourfamily’s best friend – even if they’recovered in scales or feathers insteadof fur. Or Tet Festival, whichentertains 50,000 people over threedays with Asian music, culture andfood. Have you enjoyed OC NightMarket yet? That’s where you’ll findculinary delights and entertainmentthree times a year.

There’s something for everyone including car shows, craft festivals, culturalevents and music extravaganzas, too.

And year-round, you can visit Centennial Farm, our three-acre working farm; it’sfree and open to the public every day of the week. Learn about California cropsand rub elbows (or maybe hooves!) with some pretty adorable farm animals.

There’s also Heroes Hall, a restored World War II-era barracks building turnedveterans museum and education center with rotating exhibitions that honor OCveterans. Heroes Hall is open Wednesday-Sunday and it’s free.

If that’s not enough free fun, we invite students and families to Imaginology, ourannual free STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) event – andour largest community give-back program – held each spring.

There truly is something going on every day at OC Fair & Event Center.

OC Fair & Event Center –The County’s Most Interesting Venue

While Orange County certainly has its share of venue rental space, there is onlyone location that offers unique indoor and outdoor spaces, flexible exhibitbuildings and grounds, and a central location in the heart of Orange County – OCFair & Event Center. Whether you’re planning a trade show, corporate meeting,festival or private party, OC Fair & Event Center has the perfect solution.

Take for example the expansive Hangar. With 23,000 square feet of space, theHangar has been home to sporting events, car shows, concerts and festivals. TheHangar, along with our three other exhibit halls, make up a city block of flexibleindoor and outdoor space for large conventions, trade shows and consumerevents.

You can even hold your event in a Pinterest-worthy big red barn, an 8,500-seatamphitheater or a honky tonk!

Check out all OC Fair & Event Center has to offer by visiting ocfair.com, or call us for a private tour and discover the perfect setting for your next event,714-708-1834.



Renaissance Newport Beach, the“Lifestyle Luxury” hotel, offerstouchpoints of the local areathroughout the property. All 444guest rooms along with the lobby,restaurant and 27,000-square-footbanquet space will be fullyrenovated for the conversion,expected to be completed inSummer 2018.

R.E.N. Meetings at RenaissanceNewport Beach are designed to beexceptional. No matter yourgroup’s size or purpose, we dedicate an eventteam to bring together a feel of theneighborhood with inspired styling of eachspace, incredible locally sourced catering, andturnkey social breaks to inspire and motivatenetworking among your guests. The hotelfeatures a new restaurant and full-service barCURRENT, serving coastal cuisine, local craft beers and specialty cocktails,and offering live entertainment from 5-7 pm nightly.

The 10-story hotel amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, valet parking,laundry services and a rooftop swimming pool. If you are looking to stay activeduring your stay, the hotel also provides a 24-hour fitness center, a basketballcourt, a bocce court and tennis courts. The Renaissance Navigator, our takeon the modern hotel concierge, will customize a true Newport Beachdestination experience for each guest.

Learn more about special group offer by calling our sales professionals at949-476-2001 x4000.

4500 MacArthur Boulevard, Newport Beach, CA 92660949-746-2001

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Get Inspired With R.E.N. MeetingsYour meeting the way you’ve always wished it could be

Since 2003, K1 Speed has become the nation’s largest indoor kart racing chain,with 31 centers nationwide and more locations to open in the future. We are proudto offer you the largest indoor race kart track in the U.S. along with high-performance, zero-emission European electric karts.

The nationwide indoor go kart racinglocations are open to the general publicseven days a week and can be reserved fora private event at any time. When bookinga private event, there are a variety of options available, including use of privatemeeting rooms, full catering, guided team-building events and more. With eachrace, you’ll receive a Race Result Sheet based on our K1RS system that allowsyou to compare your times and rank against other drivers, and you can evencheck your results online to see how you fare against the best of the week ormonth. Each race session lasts for close to 10 minutes and may include up to 12drivers, depending on the location and track size.

For more information, visit www.k1speed.com, email [email protected] or call1-888-K1-KARTS.

Rev Up Your Event at K1 Speed



The Classic Q Billiards and Sports Club has been established since 1991. We arelocated at 4251 MacArthur Blvd., a mile south of John Wayne, just off ofMacArthur Blvd. between Birch and Von Karman. Our long-time regulars, andthose who know us best know us as just the “Q.”

We offer 50 high-definition, flat-panelTVs, seven professional pool tables,two dart boards, and a gorgeousoutside dining patio that fills up quicklyon sunny days. Free Wi-Fi accessmeans our business clientele cankeep up with the office during a quicklunch, and that our super fantasyfootball fans can have real-timeaccess during the NFL season.

Whether you’re hosting a socialgathering or business function, we’ll custom tailor an event worthy of the occasion.We’re available for private parties daily in each of our three event rooms.

Happy Hour is Monday – Friday from 3 – 6 pm, and if you miss us early in theevening, join our Late Night Happy Hour Monday – Thursday from 10 pm –midnight.

Our fun staff; cold beer; great tasting cocktails; and menu full of deliciousappetizers, salads and sandwiches will keep you coming back for more. We hopeto see you for a quick lunch, allow us to host your next event or let us be themeeting spot for your happy hour.

To book your private party at The Classic Q, please call us at 949-261-9458 orvisit www.classicq.com.

Classic Q Billiards and Sports Club

Irvine Lanes is Southern California’s premier bowling center, with 40 lanes,complete with automatic scoring system for our league bowlers. We offerdesignated smoking patios, a beautiful full bar, arcade and snack bar.

On the second level of the IrvineLanes is Back Bay ConferenceCenter is a full-service banquetcenter and meeting facility with a full-service catering kitchen. It has seven different meeting rooms with air walls thatopen up each room to form a larger area, as well as two independent meetingrooms. Whether your group is 10 people or 200, we have rooms that you canrent. There are several different table and room set ups depending on yourevent. All rooms have retractable ceiling screens. We offer packages thatinclude all pieces of AV equipment or individual rentals of particular itemsneeded to complete your own items. Wi-Fi and dial-up connection, LCDprojector, and other audio-video aides are all available to rent with anypackage. Special food trays, hors d’ oeuvres and drink packages are availablewith all room rentals.

Irvine Lanes is located at 3415 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612. For moreinformation, call 949-786-9625.

Southern California’s Premier Bowling Center



Where you choose to host an event canspeak volumes to your guests, as does aseamless execution. Whether you’replanning an intimate dinner for 10 orhosting a corporate reception for 300,Andrei’s Conscious Cuisine & Cocktails hasthe ideal setting to accommodate yourbreakfast, lunch and dinner events right inthe heart of Orange County. Presentingfriendly and professional service, artfullypresented cuisine and beautifulsurroundings, dining at Andrei’s will surelyimpress you and your guests throughoutthe experience.

Andrei’s has consistently proven to be anexcellent choice for corporate meetings,charity events, weddings, B’nai/B’notMitzvah, holiday parties, tradeshows,anniversary and birthday celebrations, and offers severalvenue options depending on your group size. Andrei’sevent facility can host as few as 10 guests or as manyas 175 seated guests, and up to 300 cocktail receptionguests. Enjoy a large private patio, stunning onyx bar,120” projection screen for presentations, a podium andwireless microphone, as well as Andrei’s signaturecuisine and bar offerings.

For a truly spectacular private event, the entire restaurant may be rented oncertain dates. Starting with the two-story granite and limestone lobby andwaterfall, follow the stairs to the restaurant on the second floor to discover adistinctly contemporary and warm atmosphere. The large open windows revealglimpses of some of the area’s most beautiful high-rises, providing a cosmopolitandining experience in a prime Irvine location. The restaurant features sustainablepecan floors, a central granite bar, an open floor plan and a large citrus and herbgarden terrace with custom fire features and outdoor seating. In addition, there is

Recipe for Success: Choosing the Right Venue for an Outstanding OC Eventthe beautiful “Great Room,” a convenientevent facility located the ground floor.

Andrei’s kitchen sources ingredients fromlocal farms and ranches to invent dishes thatdelight the senses and provide a creativealternative to standard banquet fare. Andrei’smenu options abound, from traditional three-course menus featuring items like AgedPrime New York Steak with Tomato andBurrata Mozzarella Salad, to sumptuousbuffets and stations serving everything fromfresh seafood to custom pastas. The barsubscribes to the same philosophy, usingonly fresh juices, fruits, herbs and liquors todevelop a tantalizing array of specialtycocktails and a wine list that is equallythoughtful and diverse.

Owner Natalia Ostensen opened Andrei’s in 2009 as atribute to her late brother Andrei and his belief in eatingnatural, local and sustainable food while also supportinga relaxing, friendly and inspiring atmosphere for guests.In order to further these ideals, all of the restaurant’sprofits are donated to the Andrei Foundation(www.andreifoundation.com), which supports a numberof local charities.

For event facility information and reservations, please contact Jennifer Simmonsat 949-387-8750 or [email protected].

Andrei’s is located at 2607 Main Street in Irvine at the corner of Jamboree andMain, with convenient access to the 405 and 5 Freeways. The restaurant is opento the public Monday through Friday 11:30 am to 9 pm and Saturdays from 11 amto 9 pm, and can be reached at 949-387-8887 and www.andreisrestaurant.com.Valet and self-parking are available.



The Orange County and San Diego Chapters of MPI (Meeting ProfessionalsInternational) are once again producing their Biennial South Coast EDCON andExpo Thursday and Friday, May 17 and 18 at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort &Spa.

Top quality professional education sessions andfacilitated networking opportunities will maximizeattendees time and investment. South Coast EDCONis open to the entire event planning and managementcommunity, including meeting planners, hospitalityindustsry students, and suppliers (hoteliers, DMC’s,entertainment, décor, audiovisual, technology, andother services).

South Coast EDCON attendee and sponsor benefitsinclude:u Valuable professional educational topics, designed for both planners andsuppliers, at an affordable price. Many sessions are certified by the EventsIndustry Council (EIC) for Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) credit.u Enhanced peer-to-peer networking opportunities.u One-on-one connections with suppliers who can enhance attendees’ meetingsand businesses.u Career-building personal and professional growth opportunities.u Maximum education in a condensed time-efficient format.

EXPO Exhibitor spaces and EDCON Sponsorships are available throughThursday April 26. MPI Orange County and MPI San Diego’s dual-chaptercollaboration provides exposure to more than 600 members with a combinedpurchasing power of more than $1.1 billion, and a potential reach to an additional1,000 planners and suppliers within the industry. Event professionals embody adiverse mix of independent business owners and third-party companies, as wellas planners representing some of California’s leading corporations, associations,hospitals and universities.

MPI Orange County and MPI San Diego continue to be the educational innovatorsin the MPI community with the launch of Meeting Professionals International’s MPI

Biennial South Coast Education Conference Brings Meeting Professionals TogetherOrange County and San Diego Chapters of Meeting Professionals International join forces

for 2018 South Coast EDCON and Expo

Academy and San Diego State University’s School of Tourism and HospitalityManagement first-ever session from their upcoming Senior ProfessionalMaster’s Series at South Coast EDCON. This unique collaboration between MPIand SDSU will provide educational sessions that complement SDSU’s new Masterof Science Degree in Meetings and Events, coming in 2019.

Each Senior Professional Master’s Series session will offer educational contentand professional development tools from the master’s program that professionalscan immediately apply in the workplace to increase their value and effectivenesswithin their organizations. This inaugural session on Mastering StakeholderManagement features speaker Tracy Judge, CMP, MS, founder of SoundingsConnect. Mastering Stakeholder Management will introduce a simple stakeholdermanagement tool that will immediately change how planners handle internal andexternal stakeholders.

For more information on South Coast EDCON, www.mpiedcon.com, or contactMPI Orange County Chapter Administrator Mike Lasher at 714-258-1674 [email protected].

2015-16 MPI Orange County Chapter President David Jacob addressing the 2016 SouthCoast EDCON audience. (Victor Goodpasture/ProDigital)



In today’s ultra-competitive business world, the ability of a company to achieve itsgoals is directly tied to the performance of its people. But how do successfulcompanies drive desired performance, loyalty and productivity behaviors?

That’s where JNR comes in.

For more than 38 years, JNR Incorporated has partnered with some of thenation’s top companies to deliver extraordinary experiences and performance-boosting solutions with the power to achieve measurable business results.

JNR helps companies address performance gaps within their business landscapeby developing and implementing innovative and highly effective performanceincentive solutions including Global Incentives and Meetings, Prepaid Card

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as Their “Best Kept Secret”

Services and Contact Center Solutions.

Operating behind the scenes, under thenames of the companies we servetends to keep our name under theradar. For this reason, we are oftenreferred by our clients as their “bestkept secret weapon.”

It’s different, but we like different. Infact, it’s kind of our thing.

Headquartered in Irvine, JNR’s team of150+ employees effectively managemeeting and incentive programsworldwide with a holistic approach thatis unique to others in the industry.

We live by the philosophy that ourclients’ objectives drive our business.

Our goal is to gain a deepunderstanding of your goals, and workalongside you to design an eventstrategy to fit your needs, brand andbudget.

As a full-service provider, we have theunique ability to manage the entireincentive and reward process from startto finish, coordinating production andday-to-day operations so our clients canfocus on their big picture goals.

We orchestrate the show – our clientstake the bows.

How do we do it? We are strategistsand artists, planners and improvisers,dreamers and doers who appreciate thepower of an experience. It is ourunwavering commitment to quality andservice – exceptional service for ourclients, as well as unmatched customerservice for our clients’ employees andpartners. In a hurried world, our humantouch truly differentiates JNR from thecompetition.

JNR will exceed your expectations.Every time. Find out more by visitingour website at www.jnrcorp.com, or callus at 1-800-343-4546.



For more than half a century, the Improv has been THE name in live comedy,bringing to our stages and your communities, comedic legends such as RichardPryor, Billy Crystal, Lily Tomlin, Freddie Prinze, Andy Kaufman, Eddie Murphy, JerrySeinfeld, Tim Allen, Jay Leno, Chris Rock, Dane Cook, Ellen DeGeneres, JamieFoxx, Adam Sandler, Jeff Dunham and Dave Chappelle.

Today, the Improv and Levity Live venues are here for ANY pitch-perfect “whoa”event. These venues feature everything that event clients, private or corporate, arelooking for. From product launches, quarterly meetings, corporate holiday parties,fundraisers and team-building events to birthday parties, weddings and bar/batmitzvahs, these venues have all the amenities to pull off an event planner’s dreamengagement.

Our Venues. Your Party.

The Improv and Levity Live facilitiesfeature state-of-the-art sound, lightingand visual systems along withexperienced in-house A/V technicians.Each venue staffs a full-service, in-house, experienced event planner toease the event planning hassle andassist with any and all event logistics.They have resources for decor,entertainment, team building, and foodand beverage. All venues feature afull-service kitchen and bar, and eventhosts can choose to delight theirguests from in-house menus or peruseour selection of vetted preferredcaterers – all taken care of under oneroof. At the end of the day, theyencourage everyone to let theircreativity ignite and utilize the spaceas a blank canvas to build the event oftheir dreams alongside a team ofexperienced event experts with all thebest event resources at their fingertips!

For more information, visitwww.levitylive.com.

To book your next special event, [email protected].



Humans are wired to appreciatecreativity. The arts have been reveredby every civilization around the globe.At Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa,a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, we indulgethis innate passion. For us, life is anart and we set the stage. We breakbeyond the typical hotel experiencewith eclectic design, inventiveculinary creations and an ideallocation in the Theater and ArtsDistrict close to fashion-hub SouthCoast Plaza.

Business travel should be inspiring.Start your day with a jog around thepond before collaborating withcolleagues over a cocktail in thevibrant bar. Complimentary WiFithroughout our property ensures youstay as close to your work as youlike. When it’s time for your meeting,let our natural light and lofty ceilingsserve as your inspiration. Follow amorning conference with a lakesideluncheon or hold a brainstormingsession under the tall trees of theGarden Retreat. Indulge yourattendees with our flexibleaccommodations and state-of-the-arttechnology. And treat yourself to asuccessful meeting, individualized toexceed your unique needs by ourexpert planners.

We celebrate the very best of humanexpression, creating the perfectspace for you to be the very bestexpression of yourself.

For more information about Avenue ofthe Arts Costa Mesa, a TributePortfolio Hotel, call 714-361-4907 orvisit AvenueoftheArtsHotel.com.

Avenue of the ArtsCosta Mesa,

a Tribute PortfolioHotel



AV EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTION SERVICES

En-Vision Productions Inc.949.951.5440

Gear Monkey Rentals714.705.6088

Videocam Inc.714.772.2002

CONFERENCE AND EVENTSPEAKING SERVICES

Advantage Improv6072 Highland Ave.Yorba Linda 92886888.827.2328

EVENT & MEETING PLANNERS

Atmosphere Events26439 Rancho Pkwy. S #125Lake Forest 92630714.264.9338www.atmosphereeventspro.com

[AV] Irvine16500 Scientific WayIrvine 92618949.491.8626

Bayside Catering Co.949.752.5222

French’s Cupcake Bakery273 E. 17th St.Costa Mesa 92626949.642.0571

JNR Inc.19900 MacArthur Blvd.Irvine 92612800.343.4546www.jnrcorp.com

La Vida Laguna1257 S. Coast Hwy.Laguna Beach 92651949.275.7544

Meeting Professionals InternationalOrange County Chapter714.258.1674www.mpioc.com

Stargazer Productions25922 Minerva Ct.Mission Viejo 92691949.278.5452

Sundried Tomato 31781 Camino Capistrano, Ste. 207San Juan Capistrano 92675949.661.1167

CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAUS

Destination Irvine949.502.4127

Orange County Visitors Association949.336.7210

Travel Costa Mesa714.786.8585

Visit Anaheim714.765.2800

Visit Buena Park800.541.3953

Visit Dana Point949.441.5133

Visit Huntington Beach Surf City USA714.969.3492

Visit Laguna Beach949.497.9229

Visit Newport Beach800.942.6278

ENTERTAINMENT & CONVENTIONS SERVICES

Absolute Event Solutions2080 N. Tustin Ave.Santa Ana 92705714.550.9700

Freddie Georges Production Group15362 Graham St.Huntington Beach 92649714.367.9260

Nightwatch EntertainmentLive Entertainment & DJs949.466.5059

Orange County Restaurant Association949.230.7951

FLORISTS

Floral Creations by Enzo714.751.2160www.floralcreationsbyenzo.com

White Lilac Gallery949.722.9322

GIFTS, PROMOTIONS & AWARDS

Donna B’s Bakery26022 Cape Dr.Laguna Niguel 92677949.367.0100

G. Toria’s Gift Baskets4540 Campus Dr., Ste. 100Newport Beach 92660949.857.8428

Tiffany & Co.3333 Bristol St.Costa Mesa 92626714.540.5330

Tustin Awards1322 Bell Ave., Ste. 1-ATustin 92780714.247.2277www.tustinawards.com

Wearable Imaging Inc.26741 Portola Pkwy., #1E608Foothill Ranch 92610949.888.7837

Event Planning Directory



HOTEL MEETING FACILITIES

AC Hotel Irvine3309 Michelson Dr.Irvine 92612949.471.8710

The Anaheim Hotel1700 S. Harbor Blvd.Anaheim 92802714.399.3863

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel900 S. Disneyland Dr.Anaheim 92802714.778.1700

Anaheim Marriott700 W. Convention WayAnaheim 92802714.750.8000

Anaheim Marriott Suites12015 S. Harbor Blvd.Garden Grove 92840714.750.1000

Atrium Hotel at OC Airport18700 MacArthur Blvd.Irvine 92612949.833.2770

Avenue of the Arts, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel3350 Avenue of the ArtsCosta Mesa 92626714.442.8590www.avenueoftheartshotel.com

Ayres Hotel Anaheim2550 E. Katella Ave.Anaheim 92806714.634.2106

Ayres Hotel & Suites CostaMesa/Newport Beach325 S. Bristol St.Costa Mesa 92626714.549.0300

Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods24341 El Toro Rd.Laguna Woods 92637949.588.0131

Ayres Hotel Seal Beach12850 Seal Beach Blvd.Seal Beach 90740562.596.8330

Ayres Suites Mission Viejo28941 Los Alisos Blvd.Mission Viejo 92692949.455.2545

Ayres Suites Yorba Linda22677 Oakcrest CircleYorba Linda 92887714.921.8688

Balboa Bay Resort1221 Coast Hwy.Newport Beach 92663949.645.5000 Costa Mesa Marriott Suites500 Anton Blvd.Costa Mesa 92626714.957.1100

Crowne Plaza Anaheim Resort12021 Harbor Blvd.Garden Grove 92840714.867.5555

Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa3131 Bristol St.Costa Mesa 92626714.557.3000

Disneyland Hotel1150 Magic WayAnaheim 92802714.778.6600

Disney’s Grand CalifornianHotel & Spa1600 S. Disneyland Dr.Anaheim 92803714.635.2300

Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel1717 S. Disneyland Dr.Anaheim 92802714.999.0990

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Anaheim/OC100 The City Dr.Orange 92868714.634.4500

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel IrvineSpectrum90 Pacifica Ave.Irvine 92618949.471.8888

DoubleTree by Hilton HotelSanta Ana OC Airport201 E. MacArthur Blvd.Santa Ana 92707714.825.3333

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton HotelAnaheim Resort2085 S. Harbor Blvd.Anaheim 92802714.750.3000

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton HotelDoheny Beach34402 Pacific Coast Hwy.Dana Point 92629949.661.1100

Embassy Suites Anaheim North3100 E. FronteraAnaheim 92806714.632.1221

Embassy Suites Anaheim South11767 Harbor Blvd.Garden Grove 92840714.539.3300

Embassy Suites Anaheim/Orange400 N. State College Blvd.Orange 92868714.938.1111

Embassy Suites Brea900 E. Birch St.Brea 92821714.990.6000

Embassy Suites Irvine2120 Main St.Irvine 92614949.553.8332

Embassy Suites Santa Ana/OC Airport North1325 E. Dyer Rd.Santa Ana 92705714.241.3800

Fashion Island Hotel Newport Beach690 Newport Center Dr.Newport Beach 92660844.281.3682www.fashionislandhotel.com

Hilton Anaheim777 Convention WayAnaheim 92802714.740.4220www.hiltonanaheimhotel.com

Hilton Irvine/OC Airport18800 MacArthur Blvd.Irvine 92612949.833.9999

Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa3050 Bristol St.Costa Mesa 92626714.513.3430www.hiltonoc.com

Holiday Inn Anaheim Resort1915 S. Manchester Ave.Anaheim 92802714.748.7777

Hotel Irvine 17900 Jamboree Rd.Irvine 92614844-283-0784www.hotelirvine.com

Hotel Laguna425 S. Coast Hwy.Laguna Beach 92651949.494.1151

Hotel Menage1221 S. Harbor Blvd.Anaheim 92805714.758.0900

Hyatt Regency Huntington BeachResort & Spa21500 Pacific Coast Hwy.Huntington Beach 92648714.698.1234

Hyatt Regency John Wayne AirportNewport Beach4545 MacArthur Blvd.Newport Beach 92660949.833.0570

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach1107 Jamboree Rd.Newport Beach 92660949.729.1234

Hyatt Regency Orange County11999 Harbor Blvd.Garden Grove 92840714.750.1234

Irvine Marriott18000 Von Karman Ave.Irvine 92612949.553.0100

Kimpton Shorebreak Hotel500 Pacific Coast Hwy.Huntington Beach 92648714.861.4470

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa25135 Park LanternDana Point 92629949.661.5000

Lido House3300 Newport Blvd.Newport Beach 92663949.524.8500

Marriott Irvine Spectrum7905 Irvine Center DriveIrvine 92618949.759.0200

Monarch Beach Resort1 Monarch Beach ResortDana Point 92629949.234.3200

Montage Laguna Beach30801 S. Coast Hwy.Laguna Beach 92651866.271.6953

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort1131 Back Bay Dr.Newport Beach 92660949.729.3800www.newportdunes.com

Paséa Hotel & Spa21080 Pacific Coast Hwy.Huntington Beach 92648866.478.9702

The Ranch at Laguna Beach31106 S. Coast Hwy.Laguna Beach 92651800.223.3309

Renaissance ClubSportAliso Viejo50 EnterpriseAliso Viejo 92656866.592.5998

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel4500 MacArthur Blvd.Newport Beach 92626949.476.2001www.marriott.com/npbbr

The Resort at Pelican Hill22701 Pelican Hill Road SouthNewport Coast 92657866.990.3576www.pelicanhill.com

The Ritz Carlton1 Ritz Carlton Dr.Dana Point 92629949.240.2000

Sheraton Garden Grove AnaheimSouth12221 S. Harbor Blvd.Garden Grove 92840714.703.8400

Sheraton Park Hotel at the AnaheimResort1855 S. Harbor Blvd.Anaheim 92802714.750.1811




South Coast Winery Resort & Spa34843 Rancho California Rd.Temecula 92591951.587.9463

Surf & Sand Resort1555 S. Coast Hwy.Laguna Beach 92651949.497.4477www.surfandsandresort.com

The Waterfront Beach Resort, aHilton Hotel21100 Pacific Coast Hwy.Huntington Beach 92648714.845.8000

Westin South Coast Plaza686 Anton Blvd.Costa Mesa 92626714.540.2500

Wyndham Irvine – OC Airport17941 Von Karman Ave.Irvine 92614949.863.1999

LIMOUSINES

BEST-VIPWORLDWIDE2701 S. Birch St.Santa Ana 92707866.323.BEST (2378)www.best-vip.com

Strack Transportation3001 Redhill Ave.Costa Mesa 92626888.781.5466

MESSENGER / COURIER SERVICE

Eclipse Messenger Service949.263.8077

RESTAURANTS & OTHER MEETING FACILITIES

Aliso Viejo Country Club33 Santa Barbara Dr.Aliso Viejo 92656949.609.3305

Anaheim Convention Center800 W. Katella Ave.Anaheim 92802714.765.8950

Andrei’s Conscious Cuisine &Cocktails2607 Main St.Irvine 92614949.387.8887www.andreisrestaurant.com

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse455 Newport Center Dr.Newport Beach 92660949.720.9633

Angel Stadium of Anaheim2000 E. Gene Autry WayAnaheim 92806877.779.9961www.angels.com/premium

Antonello Ristorante3800 S Plaza Dr.Santa Ana 92704714.751.7153

Aquarium of the Pacific100 Aquarium WayLong Beach 90802562.951.1663www.aquariumofpacific.org

Back Bay Bistro1131 Back Bay Dr.Newport Beach 92660949.729.1144www.newportdunes.com

Bayside900 Bayside Dr.Newport Beach 92660949.721.1222

Benihana2100 E. Ball Rd.Anaheim 92806714.774.4940

Bistango19100 Von Karman Ave.Irvine 92612949.752.5222

The Blind Pig Kitchen & Bar31431 Santa Margarita Pkwy.Rancho Santa Margarita 92688949.888.0072

Bowers Museum 2002 N. Main St.Santa Ana 92706714.567.3600

Bowlmor Anaheim321 W. Katella Ave., Ste. 85Anaheim 92802714.783.2810

Bowlmor Orange County2405 Park Ave.Tustin 92782714.258.2695

Brea Improv120 South Brea Blvd.Brea 92821www.brea.improv.com

Buca di Beppo, Anaheim11757 Harbor Blvd.Garden Grove 92840714.740.2822

Buca di Beppo, Brea1609 E. Imperial Hwy.Brea 92821714.529.6262

Buca di Beppo, Huntington Beach7979 Center Ave.Huntington Beach 92647714.891.4666

Buca di Beppo, Irvine13390 Jamboree Rd.Irvine 92602714.665.0800

Café TuTu Tango20 City Blvd. WestOrange 92868714.769.2222

Canaletto545 Newport Center Dr.Newport Beach 92660949.640.0900

The Cannery3010 Lafayette Rd.Newport Beach 92663949.566.0060

Center ClubThe Garden Level650 Town Center Dr.Costa Mesa 92626714.662.3414

City National Grove of AnaheimGrove of Anaheim2200 E. Katella Ave.Anaheim 92806714.712.2700

The Classic Q Billiards and Sports Club4251 MacArthur Blvd.Newport Beach 92660949.261.9458www.classicq.com

Crevier Classic Cars365 B. Clinton St.Costa Mesa 92626714.426.0238www.crevierclassiccars.com

Del Frisco’s Grille772 Fortune Dr.Irvine 92618949.341.0376

Discovery Science Center2500 N. Main St.Santa Ana 92705714.542.2823

El Adobe de Capistrano31891 Camino CapistranoSan Juan Capistrano 92675949.493.1163

El Cholo Restaurant840 E. Whittier Blvd.La Habra 90631562.691.4618

Flightdeck Air Combat Center1650 Sinclair St.Anaheim 92806714.937.1511

Five Crowns3801 E. Coast Hwy.Corona del Mar 92625949.760.0331www.lawrysonline.com/five-crowns




Frobisher’s Deli722 Williamson Ave.Fullerton 92832714.525.DELI (3354)

Habana Restaurant708 Spectrum Center Dr.Irvine 92618949.419.0100

House of Blues Anaheim GardenWalk400 W. Disney Way #337Anaheim 92802714.778.2583

Il Fornaio18051 Von Karman Ave.Irvine 92612949.261.1444

Irvine Improv 527 Spectrum Center Dr.Irvine 92618949.220.2116www.irvine.improv.com

Irvine Lanes3415 Michelson Dr.Irvine 92612949.786.9625www.irvinelanes.com

K1 Speed Anaheim1000 N. Edward Ct.Anaheim 92806714.632.6999www.k1speed.com

K1 Speed Irvine17221 Von Karman Ave.Irvine 92614949.250.0242www.k1speed.com

Lido Theater3459 Via LidoNewport Beach 92663949.723.7100www.lidolive.com

Lyon Air Museum19300 Ike Jones Dr.Santa Ana 92707714.210.4585

Marconi Automotive Museum1302 Industrial Dr.Tustin 92780714.258.3001

Mastro’s Steakhouse633 Anton Blvd.Costa Mesa 92626714.546.7405

Medieval Times7662 Beach Blvd.Buena Park 90620888.935.6878

Mission San Juan Capistrano26801 Ortega Hwy.San Juan Capistrano 92675949.234.1317

Morton’s The Steakhouse1895 S. Harbor Blvd.Anaheim 92802714.621.0101

Morton’s The Steakhouse1641 W. Sunflower Ave.Santa Ana 92704714.444.4834

Muzeo241 S. Anaheim Blvd.Anaheim 92805714.956.8936

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort1131 Back Bay Dr.Newport Beach 92660949.729.3800www.newportdunes.com

Nirvana Grille303 Broadway, Ste. 101Laguna Beach 92651949.497.0027

Oak Creek Golf Club1 Golf Club Dr.Irvine 92618949.653.5300www.oakcreekgolfclub.com

The Orange Hill Restaurant6410 E. Chapman Ave.Orange 92869714.997.2910

Orange County Fair & Events Center88 Fair Dr.Costa Mesa 92626714.708.1500www.ocfair.com

Paul Martin’s American Grill31 Fortune Dr.Irvine 92618949.453.1144

Pelican Hill Golf Club22800 Pelican Hill Rd. SouthNewport Coast 92657844.878.0942

Pirate’s Dinner Adventure7600 Beach Blvd.Buena Park 90620714.690.1497

Plaza Magdelena31781 Camino Capistrano, Ste. 100San Juan Capistrano 92675949.661.1299

Quattro Caffe3333 Bristol St., Ste. 1205Costa Mesa 92626714.754.0300

Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen1590 S. Disneyland Dr.Anaheim 92802714.776.5200

THE RANCH Restaurant & Saloon1025 E. Ball Rd.Anaheim 92805714.817.4200

Red Horse Barn at Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center18381 Goldenwest St.Huntington Beach 92648714.848.6565

The Richard Nixon Library & Birthplace18001 Yorba Linda Blvd.Yorba Linda 92886714.993.5075

Royal Khyber1621 W. Sunflower Ave. (at Plaza Dr.)Santa Ana 92704714.436.1010

Roy’s Anaheim321 W. Katella Ave., Ste. 105Anaheim 92802714.776.7697

Roy’s Newport Beach453 Newport Center Dr.Newport Beach 92660949.640.7697

Ruby’s Diner186 N. Atchison St.Orange 92866714.639.7829

Ruth’s Chris Steak House2961 Michelson Dr., Ste. A, Bldg. 10Irvine 92612949.252.8848

Ruth’s Chris Steak House2041 S. Harbor Blvd.Anaheim 92802714.750.5466

Salerno220 Beach St.Laguna Beach 92651949.497.2600

Salt Creek Grille32802 Pacific Coast Hwy.Dana Point 92629949.661.7799

[seven-degrees]891 Laguna Canyon Rd.Laguna Beach 92651949.376.1555

Prego Mediterranean2409 Park AveTustin 92782949.553.1333www.pregooc.com

Tangata at the Bowers Museum2002 N. Main St.Santa Ana 92706714.550.0906

Teatro Martini7600 Beach Blvd.Buena Park 90620844.249.7865

True Food Kitchen451 Newport Center Dr.Newport Beach 92660949.644.2400

The Winery Restaurant at NewportBeach Waterfront3131 W. Coast Hwy.Newport Beach 92663949.999.6622

The Winery Restaurant at The District2647 Park Ave.Tustin 92782714.258.7600

Urban Plates3972 Barranca Pkwy.Irvine 92606949.387.2600

PHOTOGRAPHY (CORPORATE & CONVENTION)

Laurel Hungerford Photography949.722.8084

Montgomery Photography31042 Canterbury PlaceLaguna Niguel 92677949.337.6225

TRAVEL SERVICES

John Wayne Airport18601 Airport WaySanta Ana 92707949.252.5200

Surf City TravelP.O. Box 844Cypress 90630714.894.4774

West Coast Aviation Services19711 Campus Dr., Ste. 150Santa Ana 92707949.852.8340



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