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DWELL ON DESIGN | INFLUENZA LA
June 24-26, 2011 at the LA Convention Center
Dwell on Design, the West Coast’s largest Design Event focused on conceptual design and international talent this year, featuring two special exhibits by international design curators designboom, a new awards program that recognized outstanding international design around the world, and a live art performance fresh from the Venice Bienniale show.
Thanks to Haily Zaki for Dwell on Design.
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Dwell on Design | Modern Beyond Expectations
June 22-24, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center
West Coast’s largest Design Show returns with curation by the editors of Dwell. The 3 day celebration brings together the best and brightest products, services, and thought leaders in modern design today for a series of conversations, demos, tours, and much more. Over 350 exhibitors on the show floor and ongoing design dialogue showcasing over 70 presentations on three separate stages. This year, the show goes beyond the urban dwelling to encompass all aspects of the modern lifestyle, seeking out a new definition for modern beyond expectations.
Design Installations, Green Car Ride and Drives, Modern Marketplace Pavilions and more.
For tickets and modern design inspiration, log on to www.dwellondesign.comWomen of the Green Generation Conference
May 19, 2012
Loft Seven, Los Angeles, CA
Women of the Green Generation will host their 3rd Annual Conference for women who are inspiring leaders, visionaries, and drivers in creating solutions to our current environmental, economic, and social challenges.This year’s event will feature a sustainable fashion show produced and styled by Rebecca Mink highlighting green designers including - Mink Vegan Shoes, Sita Couture by Sita Thompson, Liza Shtromberg Jewelry, Fahmina, Violetta Villacorta, Vital Hemptations, B Green Apparel, and Anna Herman Designs along with many more eco apparel and accessories vendors.
In addition to the fashion focus, the 2012 conference will highlight workshops offering attendees a chance to connect with amazing women who will be sharing their expertise and insights in a variety of green business topics, a health and wellness forum, tons of networking opportunities and more!
For tickets and more info on the conference, please visit www.womenofthegreengeneration.comLong Beach Comic Con | Yup, Long Beach has its very own Comic Con.
May 12, 2012
Long Beach Convention Center
May must be Comic Book month because once you’re loaded up on all the free comic books you can get your hands on at the Free Comic Book Day on May 5th, you’re gonna want to head on out to the Long Beach Comic Con to get your fix of everything comicy (sp?). Yup, Long Beach has it’s very own Comic Con now so LA people don’t need to take that trip down to SD.
Long Beach Comic Con is an annual event held at the Long Beach Convention Center each fall. It’s a celebration of comic books and pop culture that showcases the exceptional works of talented writers, artists, illustrators and creators of all types of pop culture. At Long Beach Comic Con you’ll find exhibitors promoting and selling all types of related products, as well as entertaining and educational programs, guest signings, and meet & greet sessions with celebrities.Comic Books, Action Figures, Anime & Manga, Gaming.
For tickets and more info on the Comic Con in LB, check out www.longbeachcomiccon.com
Spacecraft Technology Expo | Design, Build, Test
May 8-10, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center
Spacecraft Technology Expo is the first and only exhibition of its kind. It’s also California’s largest B2B event for space companies. It will bring together global decision makers and industry executives to identify present and future market growth opportunities for the design, manufacture, pre-launch testing and operations of spacecraft, satellites, and space-related technologies.
The Spacecraft Technology Expo 2012 will feature over 100 companies displaying their latest products, technologies and innovations. The 4,000 sq ft Human Spaceflight Park will showcase a variety of life-size models and prototypes driving the future of manned spaceflight.
To register and find out more about space technology, visit www.spacetechexpo.comEVS26 | Electric Vehicle Symposium
May 6-8, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center
The 2012 EVS26 electric vehicles conference and exhibit will take place over 4 days, from May 6 to May 9, 2012. Electric cars and other electric vehicles will be available for test drives. There will be workshops, lectures and additional panel discussions. This will be the largest electric drive and electric car display in the world.
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May 8-10, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center
Spacecraft Technology Expo was the first and only exhibition of its kind. It was also California’s largest B2B event for space companies. It brought together global decision makers and industry executives to identify present and future market growth opportunities for the design, manufacture, pre-launch testing and operations of spacecraft, satellites, and space-related technologies.The conference program topics included: Robotic Space Exploration, Human Spaceflight, International Cooperation and the Future of Spacecraft Technology.
Roster of speakers ranged from companies like: Space X who’s making headlines with its Dragon, Raytheon, Siemens, Xcor Aerospace, Boeing, ATK, Northrop Grumman, and more.
Highlights of the Show:
Bill Nye the Science Guy, CEO of The Planetary Society
Xcor Aerospace’s Experimental Triumph Motorcycle used as a platform to test propulsion parts for Lynx suborbital vehicle.
The Spacecraft Technology Expo 2012 featured over 100 companies displaying their latest products, technologies and innovations. The 4,000 sq ft Human Spaceflight Park showcased a variety of life-size models and prototypes driving the future of manned spaceflight.Thanks to Blanca Balaguer for Spacecraft Technology Expo.
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Locations Show | Influenza LA
June 15th and 16th, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center
The AFCI LOCATIONS SHOW 2012 is the AFCI’s premier industry event. In 2012 the AFCI Locations Show – held at the LACC directly opposite the LA Live Site of the prestigious LA Film Festival - featured not only exhibits and information booths from the major film production centers worldwide, but also networking events, workshops, seminars, discussions and presentations, all geared to sharing the most current, dynamic and effective body of knowledge about working on location throughout the world.Thanks to Jonathan Bing at Bing Communications for AFCI Locations Show and Evan Glodell and Vincent Grashaw, Director/Producer of the hit Sundance Indie film Bellflower.
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SIGGRAPH 2012 | Influenza LA
SIGGRAPH 2012 | Influenza LA | For Your Media Coverage
The Computer Animation Festival
August 5-9, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center, CA
SIGGRAPH 2012, the world’s premier conference on computer graphics and interactive techniques, welcomed 21,212 artists, research scientists, gaming experts and developers, filmmakers, students, and academics from 83 countries around the globe to Los Angeles during the week.
Highlights:
The Computer Animation Festival presented the world’s most innovative, accomplished, and amazing creators of digital gaming, film, and video.
The SIGGRAPH 2012 Art Gallery: In Search of the Miraculous presented exceptional digital and technologically mediated artworks.Thanks to Tina Chang for SIGGRAPH.
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2012 L.A. Auto Show
November 28-29, 2012 Press Days
November 30-December 9, 2012 Public Days
Los Angeles Convention Center, CAMore than 40 vehicle debuts anticipated for the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.
As the first major North American show of the season, L.A. Auto Show sets the tone for 2013 and expect automakers to pull out all the stops to excite new-car buyers in virtually every category from the greenest electric vehicle to high-horsepower performance models. It’s one of the best attended public auto shows in the world.
For more info visit www.LAAutoShow.com
Long Beach Comic & Horror Con
November 3-4, 2012
Long Beach Convention Center, CALong Beach Comic & Horror Con is a true comic con focused on creating a fantastic experience for both fans and exhibitors in the Long Beach, Anaheim and Los Angeles areas. Offering a weekend packed with special guests and exhibitors and engaging panels.
DC Comics exclusive artist and, Long Beach native Dustin Nguyen will be a guest of this year’s show.
To learn more and purchase tickets, please visit www.longbeachcomiccon.com.
VIEW Conference 2012
Italy’s Premiere Digital Technology Conference
October 16-19, 2012
Turin, Italy
Dedicated to bringing together experts from around the world to inspire, engage, teach, and astound, VIEW is Italy’s leading computer graphics symposium.
This year VIEW 2012 will feature experts form Sony Pictures, DreamWorks, Disney Pixar and much more. Also will include The Creative Bootcamp, VIEW Conference and the annual VIEWFest.
For more info, please visit their websites www.viewconference.it www.viewfest.itAnimal Defenders International Gala “Lion Ark Night”
October 13, 2012
Hollywood Hills, CABob Barker (Emmy award-winning host of ‘The Price is Right’ and philanthropist) and Jorja Fox (‘CSI’s’ Sarah Sidle) will be honored at a special lion-themed night in the Hollywood Hills on Saturday October 13th by Animal Defenders International (ADI).
The gala evening will feature a preview of scenes from the forthcoming movie Lion Ark introduced by ADI founders Jan Creamer and Tim Phillips, who led the dramatic rescue mission in Bolivia.
The celebrity-studded event is ticket only and includes a VIP champagne reception.
Tickets are available at www.adievents.com
TieCON South West 2012
October 6, 2012
Cerritos Sheraton, CA
TiECon SoCal is TiE Southern California’s signature annual conference bringing together some 1000 entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and business professionals for a good combination of substantive conversation and peer networking. The agenda features several keynote/plenary discussions and a number of smaller break-out panels, with plenty of time for informal exchange.
The 2012 TieCON South West will include:
Panels on Hollywood-Bollywood Media & Entertainment
Sessions on Social Media/ Mobile Technology
Insights on Getting Funded with Angels
DJ Music, Dance & Entertainment
For more info and registration, visit http://socal.tie.org
Grand Park Opening Celebration in Downtown LA
October 6, 2012
Downtown Los Angeles, CALos Angeles County and Grand Park announced a day-long series of free public events on October 6, 2012 to mark the official grand opening of the now completed Grand Park, located in downtown Los Angeles. Visitors to Grand Park that day will enjoy entertainment in all four blocks of the park, culminating in the first Los Angeles performance by international aerial movement pioneer, Bandaloop, with a large-scale vertical dance suspended hundreds of feet high on the exterior of City Hall.
For more information, visit www.grandparkla.org
OC Auto Show
October 4-7, 2012
Anaheim Convention Center, CA
Hundreds of new cars, trucks, sport/utility vehicles, electric cars and more roll into the Anaheim Convention Center for the 2013-Model OC Auto Show. Test drive more than 40 new models including a thrilling Camp Jeep off-road test track. From eye-popping exotics to the latest automotive technology, the Orange County International Auto Show offers something for everyone.
For tickets and more info go to www.AutoShowOC.com
Miss Asia USA & Mrs. Asia USA Fashion Show 2012
September 30, 2012
Millennium Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles, CA
Virgelia Productions presents the 24th Annual Miss Asia USA & Mrs. Asia USA Fashion Show of Elegance, Glamour & Sophistication: A Celebration of Beauty & Culture from around the World.
Special Appearance by Miss Latina Global and Miss Teen Latina Global. Featuring the exclusive Royal Queen Collection by Wilhem Zeda, Fashion Designer from Mexico City.
For tickets and more info, please visit www.VirgeliaProductions.comLaguna Museum of Art Open House & Volunteer Recognition Reception
September 25, 2012
Laguna Art Museum, Laguna Beach, CA
Each year Laguna Art Museum opens its doors for free to museum members and members of the community for its annual open house event. The event features a video montage announcing museum plans for 2013, the introduction of new members of the Board of Trustees, and a presentation recognizing outstanding volunteers. Following the presentation, the museum will provide light refreshments and the galleries will be open for guests to visit the current exhibitions. Attendees will have the opportunity to mingle with the museum’s curators and executive director.
For more info and to RSVP, please visit www.lagunaartmuseum.org.
Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo
LA’s Largest Pop Culture Convention
September 15-16, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center, CA
Tens of thousands of comic, horror, gaming, sci-fi and pop-culture enthusiasts from all over Southern California will fill up the Los Angeles Convention Center for an up-close look at Los Angeles’ largest pop culture convention owned by comic legend Stan Lee and horror icon Elvira. Fans will enjoy panel discussions, hundreds of vendors, celebrity appearances, interactive zombie obstacle course, Harry Potter-style Quidditch Tournament, movie screenings and more.
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Stan Lee’s COMIKAZE Expo | Influenza LA
LA’s Largest Pop Culture Convention
September 15-16, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center, CA
Tens of thousands of comic, horror, gaming, sci-fi and pop-culture enthusiasts from all over Southern California filled up the Los Angeles Convention Center for an up-close look at Los Angeles’ largest pop culture convention owned by comic legend Stan Lee and horror icon Elvira. Fans enjoyed panel discussions, hundreds of vendors, celebrity appearances, interactive zombie obstacle course, Harry Potter-style Quidditch Tournament, movie screenings and more.
HIGHLIGHTS:
The Comikaze Zombie Apocalypse - 75,000-sqft survival course infested with zombies!
Sushi Girl Panel - Genre-bending action thriller film with a fanboy’s dream cast featuring Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker from Star Wars) and James Duval (Donnie Darko). Basically about five friends coming together after a long time to eat sushi off of a naked girl!
Batman: The Classic TV Series - Adam West and director Kevin Smith talked it up at this once-in-a-lifetime event.
Batgirl: Spoiled Stunt Show - “Alien Fight Club” stunt team performed a live demo of the stage fights for fan-made webseries “Batgirl: Spoiled” and Batgirl herself (Marisha Ray) fought for her life against a group of Gohtam’s infamous thugs and super villains.
New Comedy Central Cartoon Brickleberry Screening (extremely cute and vulgar)
Stan Lee’s Comikaze Cosplay Contest - Awesome judges joined veteran cosplayers for group cosplay and single entries. With sexy presenters like Wonder Woman and guest presenter Hannah Minx, Internet extraordinaire.Jurrasic Con - Characters from Jurrasic Park with Dinosaur chasing Jeep around the convention center.
Thanks to Jade Cresko, Kathleen Flaherty and Cthulhu for COMIKAZE Expo.
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ISSE International Salon & Spa Expo | Long Beach
January 26-28, 2013
Long Beach Convention Center, CAProduced by the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), the International Salon and Spa Expo (ISSE) Long Beach has become the West Coast’s largest and most influential beauty event open exclusively to licensed beauty professionals, students and instructors. With more than 40,000 beauty professionals expected, ISSE Long Beach has evolved beyond the traditional “hair show” to a complete beauty event for hair, nails, cosmetics, esthetics and advanced education.
ISSE Long Beach is open to licensed salon/spa professionals, cosmetology students and instructors only.
For additional information on ISSE Long Beach and to purchase tickets, please visit probeauty.org/isselb
IMATS Los Angeles | International Make-Up Artist Trade Show
January 18-20, 2013
Pasadena Convention Center, CAThe IMATS Battle of the Brushes student competitions are some of the most exciting events during the show. For 2013, the beauty/fantasy theme is The Elements, inspired by—but not limited to—the four forces of nature: earth, wind, fire and water. The 2013 character/prosthetic theme is Oz: The Great and Powerful, based on the upcoming movie.
Oscar-winning make-up artist Tami Lane (The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe) will be a keynote speaker for IMATS Los Angeles 2013.
The International Make-Up Artist Trade Show is the make-up world’s biggest gathering. Make-up pros from fashion and film (including Oscar, BAFTA and Saturn award winners) provide education and demonstrations at IMATS, and new products often debut there. IMATS also features a make-up museum.
For tickets and more info visit www.imats.net/los
The Progressive International Motorcycle Shows
December 7-9, 2012
Long Beach Convention Center, CAThe Progressive International Motorcycle Shows is the nation’s largest and longest-running motorcycle show tour bringing all that is hot on two wheels to life by offering an up-close look at hundreds of new bikes from leading manufacturers, as well as the latest aftermarket parts and accessories. From New York to California, this tour is the destination for enthusiasts and newbies to immerse themselves in bike culture, talk to experts, learn new riding techniques and more.
For tickets and more info visit www.motorcycleshows.com
LA Auto Show
November 30 - December 9, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center, CAThe Los Angeles Auto Show will feature nearly 50 vehicle debuts at the Show Nov. 28-29 when it opens for Press Days and Nov. 30-Dec. 9 for the public. The show will host world debuts ranging from electric vehicles to performance and luxury designs from a global array of the world’s top automakers.
For tickets and more info visit www.laautoshow.com
LA Green Festival
November 17-18, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center, CAConnect with your local community to find ideas and innovations that help you take the next green steps in your life. Hundreds of speakers, exhibitors, DIY workshops, films, eco-fashion designs, cooking demos, kid’s activities and more will inspire your actions to find sustainable solutions every day!
Saturday programming includes Rebecca Mink’s “California Dreaming – An Eco-Fashion Show.” Join renowned local chefs as you learn tasty and healthy vegan and vegetarian snacks and meals on the Good Food Stage both Saturday and Sunday. And be sure to check out the Ford Pavilion and enjoy a test drive of their brand new electric and hybrid vehicle lineup, including the new Ford Electric Focus.
For tickets and more info visit www.greenfestivals.org
Miss Asia USA and Mrs. Asia USA Pageant
November 17, 2012
Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, CA
24th Annual Miss Asia USA and Mrs. Asia USA Cultural Pageant continues to celebrate the unity of beauty, culture and elegance with the utmost pride and a total commitment to excellence.Enjoy the high-quality production and a beautiful show that all families will enjoy and stick around for the VIP after-party!
For tickets and more info visit www.MissAsiaUSA.org
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LA Green Festival | Influenza LA
November 17-18, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center, CALocal community connected to find ideas and innovations that helped them take the next green steps in their lives. Hundreds of speakers, exhibitors, DIY workshops, films, eco-fashion designs, cooking demos, kid’s activities and more inspired actions to find sustainable solutions every day!
Saturday programming included Rebecca Mink’s “California Dreaming – An Eco-Fashion Show.”Renowned local chefs taught tasty and healthy vegan and vegetarian snacks and meals on the Good Food Stage both Saturday and Sunday. Ford Pavilion showcased test drive of their brand new electric and hybrid vehicle lineup, including the new Ford Electric Focus.
Thanks to LA Green Festival.
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LA Auto Show 2012 | Influenza LA
November 30 - December 9, 2012
Los Angeles Convention Center, CA
The Los Angeles Auto Show featured nearly 50 vehicle debuts at the Show Nov. 28-29 when it opened for Press Days and Nov. 30-Dec. 9 for the public. The show hosted world debuts ranging from electric vehicles to performance and luxury designs from a global array of the world’s top automakers.Thanks to LA Auto Show.
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Fashion Week San Diego
September 30th, 2013 - October 6th, 2013
Port of San Diego in Downtown San Diego, CAFashion Week San Diego 2013 will kick off with private events for Sponsors and Designers at Roppongi Restaurant & Sushi Bar in La Jolla on September 30th and October 1st. The rest of the nights will be held in the Broadway Pier, FWSD will be taking it over for five days. Wednesday is the Art & Beauty behind Fashion and marks the beginning of events open to ticket holders. Followed by three nights of Runway Shows October 3rd-5th. The week will end with the Trunk Show on October 6th.
Fashion Week San Diego was formed to showcase emerging designers and their works by being a launching pad for their careers. Highlighting the fashion & beauty industry and the community of San Diego is a key goal of Fashion Week San Diego.
Fashion Week San Diego is presented by APA Business Consulting, Inc. The event will be open to both industry professionals and the public.
For more info and tickets, please visit www.fashionweeksd.com.
The Big Photo Show
May 4-5, 2013
Los Angeles Convention Center, CAWhere photo enthusiasts can come to see, touch and try the latest in photography gear; meet representatives from the top equipment manufacturers from around the world; learn new ways to hone their skills and take their photography to the next level; and interact with other photographers.
Admission at the door will be $25. Register online in advance and enjoy complimentary admission thanks to The Big Photo Show and their generous sponsors and exhibitors.
They have lots of great partners that are helping to spread the word about The Big Photo Show and we are one of them.
If you love photography, you’ll want to be here!
For more info and registration, please visit www.thebigphotoshow.com.
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Los Angeles Boat Show | Influenza LA
Los Angeles Boat Show | Influenza LA
February 7-10, 2013
Los Angeles Convention Center
Amazing showcase of boats and yachts along with unique race boats that stood out at the LA Boat Show. Everything from remote control race boats to real live ones ready to board to Dora the Explorer walking the show to boat racers & enthusiasts and of course live Progressive Insurance representative (friend of Flo).
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Southern California Outboard Association, Fred’s Shed, Sea-Doo/ BRP - Can Am, Corona Motorsports, Power Boat Docking Challenge, H.B.R.C. Sailboats, Progressive InsuranceMedia Coverage: Influenza Online Magazine
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