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Exceptional Events & Experiences Across the United States! MAD Tours & Events is a full-service Destination Management Company specializing in corporate events, incentive trips, executive retreats, conferences, product launches, team-building programs, and luxury group travel across the U.S. We provide end-to-end support, including venue sourcing, accommodations, transportation, VIP services, dining programs, entertainment, themed events, exclusive experiences, and on-site coordination. From small executive gatherings to large-scale events, we create seamless, memorable experiences tailored to each client’s goals. Our multilingual team supports clients in French, Spanish, and English, with additional language support available as needed. As a Travelife Certified DMC, we are committed to sustainability, ethical business practices, and responsible tourism. With experience across destinations like New York City, Miami, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Chicago, Nashville, and New Orleans, we combine creativity, local expertise, and trusted on-the-ground support to bring each event to life.

Tours & Group Events Explore the birth place of California. San Diego is the perfect place to visit if you want to mix fun with history and recreation with beauty. We deliver an engaging, fun and high-tech experience. Our staff will build you a custom event from the ground up or we can modify one of our existing activities to meet your exact needs. Our programs are greatly enhanced by a live scoreboard, photo, video activities, 3D navigation, augmented reality and challenges presented on the teams’ mobile device. We can also incorporate our Speedboat Adventures into your group event plans. Check out www.speedboatadventures.com for more information on taking your group event to the water with our Speedboat Adventure.

Luxury Private Yacht catering up to 40 guests

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.

Delicious Dish Tours is a family-owned Los Angeles company offering curated culinary experiences that celebrate the city’s rich history and diverse communities. Our tours showcase Michelin-recognized restaurants, LA Times and Eater favorites, and hidden gems known to discerning locals. Designed for both visitors and locals, our experiences bring people together through exceptional food and authentic storytelling. Guests explore the impact of immigration on LA’s cuisine, the city’s cultural and social evolution, and the vibrant mix of traditions that make Los Angeles a world-class dining destination. Whether you’re planning a team-building outing, client event, or private celebration, we create memorable experiences for curious, open-minded guests who value genuine connection, meaningful conversation, and incredible food.

Music for any event, from chill and romantic to party and interactive shows! A born showman, Kevin DelMastro brings a visual and musical spectacle to lounges, cocktail parties, weddings, romantic dates, and corporate events. Offering jazz, Latin, soul, dance, and instrumentals of pop and rock favorites, Kevin loves entertaining and starting the party with his big sax sound and professional backing tracks. He specializes in giving a unique experience to his clients by catering to their taste and style. If the event is mellow, he blends in with smooth background music. If the event is high-energy, he amps it up with high energy music, often dancing with guests as he plays. Engaging, personable, and dynamic, Kevin was the featured entertainer at UC San Diego’s commencement ceremony in front of 7000 people, pushing the limits of audience engagement, building epic solos, and creating the ultimate show. Based in San Diego, California, he travels to any market worldwide.

The University Club atop Symphony Towers is where diverse, influential members of our San Diego community come together and form meaningful relationships by discovering common interests, engaging in stimulating conversations and sharing memorable experiences.

Our first restaurant in Orange County is located in the heart of Irvine Spectrum Center, a premier shopping, dining and lifestyle destination in Southern California. Upon entering the restaurant, guests have a panoramic view of the dining room featuring an open kitchen window to showcase our gaucho chefs at the churrasqueria grill. The main dining room is anchored by a white Carrara Market Table and our signature bas-relief interpretation of Antonio Carigni’s O Lacador statue, the embodiment of the gaucho culture. The Irvine location also features a contemporary bar with lounge seating and California design influence, elegant private dining room and expansive patio with al fresco dining options.

An expansive winery nestled amongst the lush mountains of Uvas Canyon in Morgan Hill, CA, just steps away from the Silicon Valley. Surrounded by rolling green hills and vineyards on all sides, no matter where you are on the property - you're sure to be greeted by a peaceful naturescape in all directions. Outdoor spaces include an intimate lawn against the backdrop of rolling hills and rows of vines, with the Santa Cruz Mountains in the distance, a patio adorned by olive trees with bar stool seating and an immersive outdoor kitchen. Inside, you're surrounded with the sophisticated touch of industrial framework and aging wine barrels.

Founded in 1964, SeaWorld San Diego is one of the most popular marine parks in the world and is a global leader in marine animal care and welfare, education, conservation, research and rescue.