Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Kitchen on Fire transforms gatherings into unforgettable culinary experiences that bring people together. Since 2005, we've specialized in interactive cooking events for corporate teams, social celebrations, and groups seeking hands-on culinary adventures in Berkeley, Oakland, and virtually worldwide. Our professional chef instructors guide participants through collaborative cooking sessions using high-quality ingredients and time-tested techniques. Whether you're planning a corporate team-building retreat, milestone celebration, or virtual cooking experience, we create memorable events that encourage connection, boost engagement, and leave participants with new skills they'll actually use. Perfect for: Team building, corporate wellness programs, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, rehearsal dinners, holiday events, client entertainment, and virtual team connections. We handle everything from ingredient sourcing to instruction, making your event planning seamless.

Landry's, Inc., is a privately held American multi-brand dining, hospitality, entertainment, and gaming corporation headquartered in Houston, Texas. Landry's, Inc., owns and operates more than 600 restaurants, hotels, casinos, and entertainment destinations in 35 U.S. states and the District of Columbia.

Dylan’s impressive resume includes performing for celebrities, Fortune 500 companies, luxury brands, international audiences and high-profile clients at iconic venues. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from one of the top music schools in the world, Berklee College in Boston, Dylan immediately began performing full time up and down the east coast of the US. * Has performed for Oscar Nuñez (The Office), Fabio, Dylan McDermott, Joseph DePinto (CEO of 7-Eleven), Bruce Springsteen’s producer Chuck Plotkin, Bedros Keuilian (entrepreneur/podcaster), and Charlene Tang (luxury fashion designer) and audiences from Italy, Germany, Belgium, France and the US. * Company performances include Consumer Electronic Show, Wells Fargo, LA Rams, Delta Airlines, Levi’s, Zadig & Voltaire, SAP, Tetrapak, YPO, and more. * Previous performance venues include The Venetian, Willis Tower, M&T Bank Stadium, Northwest Stadium, The Beverly Hilton, The SLS Hotel, Montage Beverly Hills, Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, Fairmont Grand Del Mar, and Terrenea Resort. * Wedding performances include Bel Air Bay Club, South Coast Botanic Garden, The Houdini Estate, San Ysidro Ranch, Alila Marea, Ojai Valley Inn, and San Clemente Historic Cottage. * Award-winning songwriter and performer: WAM awards, IMEAs, Berklee Songwriting Competition, International Songwriting Competition honorable mention, Phoenix Radio “Best Guitarist in the State” * Ideal choice for corporate events, weddings, and private parties with an extensive performance experience of 1500+ events * Based in Los Angeles but is a nationally touring musician who has performed all over the US from Boston, MA, to Key West, FL * Can perform instrumental acoustic guitar, guitar w/ vocals, a wireless roaming performance, live looping, or perform as a hybrid DJ w/ electric guitar for dancing and partying. Set list includes classics to today. * Education & mentorship includes being taught by John Mayer’s guitar teacher, Tomo Fujita; Livingston Taylor (James Taylor’s brother); and handpicked by Paul Simon for private songwriting sessions out of thousands of other musicians. * Original works include two independently released EPs and scoring additional muon Thec on Essential Church, which reached #1 in the Apple TV documentary category. * Reputation: 5-star rated on every major platform, including The Bash, GigSalad, Bark, and Thumbtack “Nothing short of spectacular” - Valerie Vandenberghe | The Vibe Agency Dylan offers a full-stop live entertainment experience, including the top-of-the-line sound system suitable for audiences of over 300 people. His song list is a variety of everything from classics, easy listening, pop, and 80s and 90s to modern hits. His unparalleled musicianship offers dynamic performances ranging from soft acoustic instrumentals to mid-tempo acoustic guitar with vocals all the way to upbeat dance floor top 40’s with electric guitar, making him an incredibly versatile performer that can be a unique alternative to a DJ or having to hire several musicians for different parts of an event. He is able to perform wirelessly, walking around while performing, interacting with the crowd, and raising the energy of the room. Dylan’s past clients include Delta Airlines, Wells Fargo, and Zadig & Voltaire, and his past performances include the biggest tech event in the world: The Consumer Electronic Show, The Venetian in Las Vegas, SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, the Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Terranea Resort, W Hotel Hollywood, M&T Bank Stadium and Northwest Stadium. Dylan has performed at a huge range of venues across the US, from intimate dinner parties to huge festivals of thousands. Dylan has an extensive history in music, including recording at the legendary East West Studios, where Elvis, The Beatles, U2, and Harry Styles also recorded. He’s recorded with Hans Zimmer’s first violinist, Dua Lipa’s cellist, and frequently performs with Cindy Lauper’s keyboard player. He has released original music on Spotify and has co-directed and starred in several music videos, shared stages with members of the off-Broadway musical STOMP, and even composed music for the documentary “The Essential Church,” which peaked at #1 in the Apple TV Documentaries category. His extensive education and experience playing music have helped him to develop a very discerning ear and musicality, and he can easily perform a bespoke set list that is individually crafted for every audience. He can arrange his own song list and create a performance that fits the mood and energy of your event, often starting with soft acoustic instrumental music and slowly increasing the energy as the night progresses. He not only comes with all needed gear but can provide lighting and a wireless mics for guests or officiants, has every performance insured, and strives to give you an absolutely stress-free booking process and seamless experience from the first phone call to the last note of the night. You will be the person everyone applauds when your guests ask, “Where in the world did you find him?” Inquire for other options as well (duo, trio, sax, drummer, DJ, etc)

A beautiful European Mediterranean Restaurant, Tapas Bar, and Live Music Room in San Francisco. ​From the Mediterranean with Love. All welcome.

Born in the Midwest, Pinstripes is a collection of venues that has rapidly grown across the United States through a combination of made-from-scratch dining, face-to-face gaming, and signature service that makes our guests feel like family. For over a decade, we’ve stayed true to our humble roots by always providing an extraordinary, magical experience — from the first strike, to the first bite, to the first laugh—that brings out the best in everyone. At Pinstripes, we provide a home away from home where people feel like they are celebrating life while eating the best food, playing the best games, and doing it all with the best people. It’s joyous and instantly memorable.

Located in the vibrant heart of San Diego, CA, we are a premier audio-visual equipment supplier known for our comprehensive inventory and exceptional service. Our expertise doesn't stop at providing state-of-the-art AV equipment; we are also a full-service event management company that prides itself on creating unforgettable events from the ground up with our all-in approach to every job. Whether you need event swag to full production management, Alliant Events is with you throughout the entire experience.

Our Philosophy: - We consistently meet and exceed expectations by first listening to your objectives to make sure you gain the return on the experience that you’re looking for in an event, meeting, or general session: define. - Next, we utilize our creative juices and background in the corporate and entertainment industries to conceptualize the most innovative events for your guests: design. - Finally, we tie it all together to create a branded, interactive experience structured around your vision and goals: deliver. - russell harris EVENT GROUP is a certified diversity company and committed partner that will bring your vision for your events to life. Listening is an important skill that is often forgotten in relationships, which is why it’s our goal to provide exceptional service throughout all stages of the event production process by listening to your top objectives and goals and then delivering on them. By utilizing the most current trends in event technology and our countless resources in the industry, we will bring the experience to life for your event while staying within budget. Some of our areas of expertise and service include: o cmp event managers o brand experiences & activations o custom environmental design o light design o audio visual & sound o content strategy o business theater production o production design & management o contract negotiations o registration management o team building events o trade show design and production o international travel planning

Terramar DMC is a comprehensive destination management and event company proudly celebrating over 30 years in business. Renowned for its outstanding service, Terramar has secured its position as one of the most esteemed destination management companies (DMCs) within the meetings and incentive industry. It operates seven offices across 15 destinations in three countries. With local teams deeply integrated into the communities they serve, Terramar delivers remarkable service and innovative solutions for clients in the incentive, corporate, and association sectors. Terramar's services encompass transportation, tours, team-building, gifting, event staffing, program logistics, decor and event design, entertainment, corporate social responsibility (CSR), speaker coordination, sustainability initiatives, and more.

With over 20 years of expertise, Onyx Offsites & Trainings offers team-building activities, creative CSR activations, wellness experiences, and organizational development trainings. From team olympics at the beach to city scavenger hunts and community benefit projects like surfboard art or military care package creation, we provide a variety of experiences tailored to your team’s needs. Meeting planners love how seamlessly we integrate your theme and objectives, ensuring a memorable event with exceptional service. Join industry leaders like GoFundMe, Google, Meta, and Netflix, and let us help elevate your company culture and empower your team members through our transformational programs.

A charming, coastal-inspired urban lodge in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter Palisociety reimagines the historic Hotel St. James, originally built in 1912, into Palihotel San Diego, a vibrant and bustling mainstay located in the heart of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. Featuring 122 guest rooms, Palihotel San Diego brings a youthful, design-centric offering to San Diego’s hotel landscape, showcasing a preppy, nautical-inspired charm, a new restaurant, and a guest-exclusive roof deck offering drinks, light bites, and the best views of the city. Palihotel San Diego features Saint James French Diner, a restaurant and bar that blends the utilitarian nature of an American diner with the subtle elegance of French bistro cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, the menu is hearty and simple, yet refined by nature, paying homage to roadside food halls in Southern France. It’s shared mussels and a beer in the afternoon and it’s a burger and two martinis at night. It’s sensible, unpretentious, and totally chic. Warm, charming, and jovial, this historic hotel and its dining spaces are ideal for intimate soirées, post-convention cocktail hours, private dining, and more. We look forward to welcoming you!