Friday, January 30, 2009

Anaheim Chamber of Commerce Hosts After Hours Mixer

On January 29, the Largest Mixer attended the After Hours Mixer hosted by the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce. With over 100 businesses in attendance, there was plenty of networking to be done. 

The mixer, which was held at the Concourse Entertainment Center in Anaheim, also had a great selection of food and drink to complement the energized atmosphere.

At the mixer, we ran into Michael P. Nomura and Maria Perez, Vice Presidents of Preferred Bank, Thomas Raisbeck, Sales Representative of 1st Light Energy Inc., and Elena G. Ezpeleta of Isagenix, just to name a few. 

We'd like to give a special thanks to Janet Rombi of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce for throwing such a great event!

Costa Mesa After Hours Business Mixer

On January 28, the Largest Mixer attended the After Hours Business Mixer hosted by the Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce. The mixer was held at the Halecrest Swim & Tennis Club.

In addition to the great networking opportunity, there were complimentary appetizers provided by Country Garden Caterers. If you're looking for an excellent caterer for your next event, Country Garden Caterers definitely has the Largest Mixer stamp of approval.
 
Just a few of the people that we ran into at the mixer were John Ursini, Owner of the Newport Rib Company, Heidi Reiland, Park Manager of Halecrest Park, Dr. John DeWitt of Grecian Chiropractic & Wellness, and, last but certainly not least, Barbara DesRochers, Event Coordinator of Country Garden Catering.

We'd like to give a special thanks to Tom Brennan of the Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce for throwing such a fantastic event!

Friday, January 23, 2009

Orange County Business Expo and Mixer Brings Together Health, Hospitality, Travel, City Chambers, and More

Orange County's Largest Mixer VI will unite local businesses, city chambers, and business groups, March 11, 2009 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Orange County Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

Exhibitors from business and professional services, community and government, education, food and dining, health and fitness, media and communications, and travel & transportation will be represented at this once-a-year ultimate business networking event.

"Orange County's Largest Mixer is a great experience in getting our name out there face-to-face and business-to-business," said Chris Woolley of 1-800-PACK-RAT. "It's an easy way of finding businesses to network with needing our services."

Now in its 6th successful year, the Largest Mixer has grown to represent a powerful meeting of Orange County area chambers of commerce and local businesses representing hundreds of industries and companies in Southern California.

$20 admission fee gives attendees the opportunity to view more than 250 exhibitors and network with thousands of local "influentials" on the cutting edge of Orange County's business elite. In total, the 2008 event drew more than 3000 participants.

"The last Largest Mixer was off the charts. I was very impressed," commented Richard Lowder of RestaurantResourcesOnline.com. "The aisles were crowded, and the exhibitors were great. And, I made a dozen excellent contacts, too!"

Orange County's Largest Mixer is an annual event that brings together local business organizations and chambers of commerce for an evening of professional networking and business outreach. An off-shoot from the original event -- L.A.'s Largest Mixer -- the event's format has been reproduced in other regions, including the Inland Empire and Las Vegas. The event is produced by The Dave Linden Group, Inc.

For a complete list of exhibitors and sponsors, please visit www.ocmixer.com or call 949-222-6600 for further information.

Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce Hosts Taste of the Chamber Mixer

On Wednesday, January 21, Largest Mixer attended the Taste of the Chamber Mixer, hosted by the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce. Appropriately named, the Taste of the Chamber Mixer allowed attendees to sample an eclectic variety of delicious food and beverages. 
The event was so well attended that Largest Mixer representatives really didn't have much time to eat--there was simply too much networking to do!
Just a few of the people that we ran info were Carl R. Benson, President of Basic Educational Services Team, Inc. (BEST), Debra Manoogian, Relationship Manager of Heartland Payment Systems, Pamela L. Farber, President of The Small Businss Organization, and Claudia Ferreira, Account Representative of Corporate Translations.
We'd like to give a special thanks to Pat Clark of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce for throwing such a successful (and not to mention tasty) event!

Friday, January 16, 2009

Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce Ushers in the New Year

On Thursday January 15, the Largest Mixer attended the Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce New Year Mixer. It was held at the Salt Creek Wine Company.

Walking into the Salt Creek Wine Company was like walking out of California and into Tuscany. With the new proud owners Bob and Heidi welcoming you into their home away from home, you couldn't wait to start mingling.

Some of the people we met with were Julie Richardson from Homestead Escrow, Gail Waterman from The Quickbooks Queen, Geoff Kotzbach from Pre-Paid Legal, and David Weiss from David Eliss Designs.

Congratulations to all the silent auction winner--especially to Robine Ennis from Mr. Handyman for winning the two complimentary tickets to Orange County's Largest Mixer. Lastly, a huge thank you goes out to Debbie Newman, CEO/ President of the Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce. We had an amazing time and look forward to next year's event!

Thursday, January 15, 2009

Riverside Chamber of Commerce Hosts Mega Mixer & Trade Show

On Wednesday, January 14, 2009, the Largest Mixer attended the Mega Mixer and Trade Show hosted by the Riverside Chamber of Commerce.

Located at the Riverside Convention Center, the mixer was a big success. There was an awesome variety of food, and an equal amount of networking to be done. It looked like everyone really had a good time.

While doing a bit of networking ourselves, we coincidentally ran into some of our very own Inland Empire's Largest Mixer exhibitors! Inland Custom Publishing Group, Inland Empire Magazine, KTIE News Talk 590 AM, Advantage CDC, Inland Empire Small Business Development Center, Surado Solutions Inc., Autumn Leaf Real Estate Investment Club, University of California, Riverside, and Jason's Deli is just a sampling of the variety of businesses that attended both the Riverside Mega Mixer as well as Inland Empire's Largest Mixer.

Largest Mixer supporter, Jason's Deli, also exhibited at the Riverside Mega Mixer

We'd like to thank the Riverside Chamber of Commerce for throwing such a great event!

Monday, January 5, 2009

Participating Orange County Chambers of Commerce/Business Organizations Announced for Ultimate Business Networking Mixer and Expo

Celebrating its 6th year, Orange County's Largest Mixer is proud to announce its line up of sponsoring Orange County area chambers of commerce and business organizations:

American Business Women's Association, American Marketing Association - Orange County, Anaheim Chamber,Anaheim/Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau, Black Chamber of Orange County, Brea ChamberBuena Park Area Chamber, Costa Mesa Chamber, Dana Point Chamber, Fountain Valley Chamber, Garden Grove Chamber, Hispanic Chamber - Orange County, Huntington Beach Chamber, Irvine Chamber, Laguna Niguel Chamber, National Latina Business Women Association - Orange County, Newport Beach Chamber, Newport Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau, Orange Chamber & Visitor Bureau, Santa Ana Business Connection, South Orange County Regional Chamber, Stanton ChamberTustin Chamber and Westminster Chamber.

"The Mixer has quickly become an anticipated annual event," said Kelly Grass, Membership Services Manager,Anaheim/Orange County Visitor and Convention Bureau. "It's a great way for our members to do business and enjoy themselves at the same time."

Scheduled for Wednesday, March 11, 2009 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the event will be held at the Orange County Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. A $20 admission fee gives attendees the opportunity to view more than 250 exhibitors and network with thousands of local "influentials" on the cutting edge of Orange County's business elite. In total, the 2008 event drew more than 3000 participants.

The goal of Orange County's Largest Mixer is to encourage membership in one or several chambers of commerce, allowing businesses to grow based on a wider network of support. The Mixer also provides a chance for businesses to network with each other for mutual support. Businesses and individuals do not have to be affiliated with a chamber to attend the Mixer.

For a complete list of exhibitors and sponsors, please visit www.ocmixer.com or call 949-222-6600 for further information.

The event is produced by The Dave Linden Group, Inc.