Regional Chamber of San Gabriel Valley Hosts San Gabriel Valley Business Expo

Yesterday the Largest Mixer attended the first ever San Gabriel Valley Business Expo at the Pacific Palms Hotel and Conference Center. Hosted by the Regional Chamber of San Gabriel Valley, the event was a fantastic opportunity to meet business professionals and get a taste of what the San Gabriel Valley is all about.

As the Regional Chamber of San Gabriel Valley is also a part of the Largest Mixer, it was great running into so many familiar faces. SpeedZone, a Largest Mixer participant, was actually a sponsor of the business expo! Send Out Cards, See's Candy, and Waddell and Reed were just a few of the other familiar companies that we bumped into.

We'd like to thank and congratulate Heidi Gallegos for putting together a fabulous event. Meeting the people of the San Gabriel Valley area was definitely a pleasure. We look forward to the next one!

Ontario Chamber Hosts Mixer at Newly Renovated Hilton Hotel

Yesterday the Largest Mixer attended the Ontario Chamber Mixer (co-sponsored by the Inland Empire Business Journal) at the Hilton Ontario Airport Hotel. As the Hilton was recently renovated, the venue of the mixer was superb. As if the Hilton wasn't already one of the most beautiful hotels in the industry, it now exudes even more of a stylish and sophisticated air than ever before. Almost any business event including conferences, holiday parties, and meetings, would be a perfect occasion to book the Hilton. The hotel staff pulled out all the stops for the mixer and provided some fabulous food including sushi, a carving station, and an array of desserts.

Just a few of the people we ran into at the mixer were Michael T. Bailey, Senior Financial Advisor of Ameriprise Financial, Jose Becerra of Aflac, and Mary Hollenbaugh, Retail Sales Manager of the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin (proud media sponsor of Inland Empire's Largest Mixer).

We'd like to thank Neil Poisson and Bette Gill for organizing such a fantastic event. We look forward to the next one! We'd also like to thank William Anthony of the Inland Empire Business Journal for all of his help in making the mixer a successful event.

For those of you reading this who are current exhibitors for Inland Empire's Largest Mixer III, get excited because the big VIP Kick-Off Event is also going to be held at the Hilton Ontario Airport Hotel in just a few weeks! For those of you reading this who aren't signed up to be exhibitors yet, we still have some booths available, so hurry to make sure you're included in this special event! Look forward to seeing you all there!

(For information on how to get the Hilton Ontario Airport included in your next event, call 909-980-0400 and ask for Bette Gill).

Business Networking Event Announces Co-Sponsors for 3rd Annual Inland Empire Mixer and Expo at Ontario Convention Center

Now entering its 3rd year, Inland Empire's Largest Mixer(R) is proud to announce its line-up of event co-sponsors.

They include 710 ESPN Radio, The Business Press, Cloud Nine Balloons, Conexion, El Clasificado, Inland Empire Business Journal, IE Weekly, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, KCAL 96.7, The K-FROG Stations, KOLA 99.9, KTIE 590, La Opinion, Owl Enterprises, The Press Enterprise, PR Newswire, Redlands Daily Facts, The Sun, and W Radio 690 AM.

"The IE Weekly has been a co-sponsor of Inland Empire's Largest Mixer(R) since its inception nearly 3 years ago," said Jeremy Zachary, Publisher, IE Weekly. "In terms of business events, it's the best I've attended in the Inland Empire. Not only is it great for community outreach for us, but an important marketing tool for all business owners."

Scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2009 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the event will be held at Ontario Convention Center, 2000 E. Convention Center Way, Ontario, CA 91764. A $20 admission fee gives attendees the opportunity to visit more than 200 exhibitors and network with thousands of local influentials on the cutting edge of Inland Empire's business elite. Last year, nearly 2000 business people came together for The Ultimate Business Networking Event(R).

The goal of Inland Empire's Largest Mixer III(R), produced by The Dave Linden Group, Inc., 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 or business group to attend the Mixer.

For a complete list of exhibitors and sponsors, please visit http://www.iemixer.com or call 909.560.2800 for further information.

American Marketing Association Throws Luncheon Featuring Largest Mixer's Dave Linden

On Thursday, September 3, 2009, the Largest Mixer's very own Dave Linden was the featured speaker at the American Marketing Association's monthly luncheon. As the luncheon was entitled "Simple Steps for Effective Trade Show Marketing," Dave spoke about simple techniques to increase the effectiveness of trade show events to brand businesses, create calls to action, generate leads, and close sales.

Just a few highlights from the speech:
1) Your booth should tell the attendee who you are and what you do in 3 seconds.
2) Opening lines: Instead of May I help you?" try "What attracted you to our booth?" Let the person talk. In fact, let 'em talk up a storm--right through the first 30 seconds. After 30 seconds to a minute, when a bond is created, reach for a pad or note paper. Don't be afraid to ask questions.
3) Arrive early in order to have enough time to set-up your table.

Some of the people who we ran into at the luncheon were Christina Zila, Branch Office Manager of Textbroker, Timothy Carvalho of Carvalho Creative, and Alex Alexander, Wholesale Asset Manager of Money Source Investments.

We'd like to give a special thanks to William Crozer and Dean White of the American Marketing Association for throwing such a fantastic event and inviting Dave to speak!

Las Vegas' Largest Mixer V Hosts VIP Kick-Off Event at the Stirling Club

On Tuesday, September 1, 2009, Largest Mixer Events hosted their VIP Kick-Off Event for Las Vegas' Largest Mixer V. The purpose of the kick-off event is to provide a special opportunity for sponsors and exhibitors of the mixer to meet and network with one another. With a couple hundred people in attendance, delicious food provided by The Stirling Club, and even business card drawing giveaway prizes, the kick-off event was a bustling epicenter of networking.

With the VIP Kick-Off Event over, and the business cards drawn, Las Vegas' Largest Mixer is happy to announce the winners of the business card drawing giveaway:

Andres Estrada, Senior Account Executive of Outdoor Promotions, LLC.
Susan and Michael Jimenez of Wealth Investment Network Group
Mike Nicosia, Account Manager of Tangerine Office Systems
J.R. Jaramillo, Founder & CEO of Bizpack Networks
Shawn Lane, Founder & CEO of Cheyenne Marketing
Thomas C. Rideout, President of Nevada Entertainment Training Program
Michael Duboff of Smile Designers

Among the possible prizes that could have been won were dinner at Charlie Palmer Steak at the Four Seasons, a basket of candy from See's Candies, a one month membership to The Stirling Club, an e-mail blast from The Link, and a gift certificate from Jason's Deli. Thanks to everyone who contributed a giveaway prize, and congratulations to all of our winners! We hope you enjoy your prizes!

This year, Las Vegas' Largest Mixer partnered with The Executive Lounge, host of the business and social mixer "The Tomb," to throw the kick-off event. Special thanks to Jimmy Foster and Eaemon Springall for allowing us to be a part of their regular Tuesday night event, "The Tomb."

The Largest Mixer would like to extend a special thanks to our sponsors of the VIP kick-off event: The Stirling Club, Charlie Palmer Group, Fair Solutions, Inc., Bizpack Networks, The Executive Lounge, and The Link. Your continued support makes what we do possible. Thank you!!


With just over two weeks left until the day of the mixer, if you haven't signed up for your booth yet, what are you waiting for?! You can find more information on our website and the online application here. Don't miss out on Las Vegas' networking event of the year. We look forward to seeing you on September 23!!

Multi Chamber Mixer Held At Old World German Restaurant

Bringing together the Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Westminster, Fountain Valley, Costa Mesa, and Seal Beach chambers of commerce on August 27, 2009, the Multi Chamber Mixer successfully gathered six chambers of commerce together for a night of networking.

Held at the Old World German Restaurant, a Largest Mixer exhibitor at Orange County's Largest Mixer, the mixer had delicious food, was a great opportunity to check out the location, and, of course, was a fantastic opportunity for chamber members to mix and mingle with one another.

Ryan W. Smith, Marketing Manager of Alandale Insurance Agency, Leonard Gleason, Agent of Total Merchant Services, and Greg Solorio of Happy Hour Card were just a few of the people that we ran into at the mixer.

We'd like to thank Linda Martin for coming up with the idea and definitely look forward to the next one!

Las Vegas' Networking Event of the Season -- Las Vegas' Largest Mixer(R) Celebrates 5 Years of Uniting Local Businesses, Chambers, Business Groups

Chambers, Business Groups Across Southern Nevada Join Together to Network Their Business into Success at Plaza Hotel and Casino

The 5th annual Las Vegas' Largest Mixer((R)), a collaboration of local business organizations, will be held September 23, 2009 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Plaza Hotel and Casino, Downtown Las Vegas.

This "mega-networking" event will provide the opportunity for businesses to foster new relationships, build business leads and gain a better knowledge of the vast amount of business networking groups based in the Las Vegas area. More than a dozen area business organizations, including industry leaders as well as networking groups are participating sponsors. Businesses interested in purchasing exhibitor space to display their company's product or service should call (702) 769-7799. Individual tickets are $15.

"We have participated in several Largest Mixer((R)) events. Not only do the Mixers generate business leads, they generate sales," said Michael Orefice, Director of Marketing, LocalSplash.com. "Our business is getting customers found online; this event is another great way of being found by potential customers. We will continue to participate in every event they hold; the benefit far exceeds the cost."

The Mixer is a unique event allowing hundreds of different industries plus thousands of individuals to experience the ultimate in networking while helping spread the word on their products and services. The event is open to all businesspeople with the goals being to allow for growth, both individually and as an organization, and encourage membership in the business organizations represented.

The Las Vegas' Largest Mixer(R) is made possible by Jimmy Foster, CEO of Whispering Giants Legendary Marketing, Co-Founder and Co-Owner of The Executive Lounge, networking pro Joel Jarvis of The LINK and Los Angeles public relations consultant, Dave Linden, President of The Dave Linden Group, Inc.

"With the economy the way it is these days, your network is basically all you have to rely on," commented Joel Jarvis of TheLinkLV.com. "Las Vegas' Largest Mixer((R)) will be the best event of the year for networking."

For more information on the event, including a complete list of sponsors and exhibitors, please visit www.lasvegasmixer.com.

Inland Empire Area Chambers of Commerce/Business Organizations Announced for Annual Business Expo/Mixer Event of the Year

Networking Event Of The Season - 3rd Annual Inland Empire's Largest Mixer(R) Unites Local Businesses, City Chambers, Business Groups October 22, 2009 at Ontario Convention Center

Business networking shifts into high gear with Inland Empire's Largest Mixer III(R), bringing together local businesses representing hundreds of industries and companies in the Inland Empire.

The goal of Inland Empire's Largest Mixer III(R) 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 one another for mutual support. Businesses and individuals do not have to be affiliated with a chamber to attend the Mixer.

Inland Empire's Largest Mixer(R) is scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, 2009 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Ontario Convention Center, 2000 E. Convention Center Way, Ontario, CA 91764.

Admission is $20 per person for the opportunity to network with local "influentials" that comprise the uber savvy of the Inland Empire's business elite. The Mixer will feature over 200 exhibitors and an impressive list of local sponsors who share a common goal of business outreach and networking. Last year, 2000 business people attended the second annual Inland Empire's Largest Mixer(R). Businesses interested in purchasing exhibitor space to display their company's product or service should call (909) 560-2800.

The event is sponsored by: Chambers of Commerce: Arcadia, Colton, Corona, Covina, Greater Riverside Hispanic, Hesperia, Highland, Irwindale, La Verne, Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, Regional Chamber of San Gabriel Valley, Rialto, San Bernardino, San Dimas, Southern California Black, and Yucaipa. Business Organizations: American Marketing Association-IE, CHARO - Community Development Corporation, For You Network (A NAFE Affiliate Network), Inland Empire Women's Business Center, National Association of Women Business Owners-Inland Empire, and Ontario Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Inland Empire's Largest Mixer III(R) - part social mixer, part business expo - is the fourth installment in the "Largest Mixer(R)" family of events that has already produced successful mixers for the past 11 years in Los Angeles, Orange County and Las Vegas.

For more information, including a complete list of exhibitors and sponsors, please visit http://www.iemixer.com.

L.A.'s Largest Mixer Announces Giveaway Winners

At L.A's Largest Mixer XI, held on July 23, 2009, attendees and exhibitors alike each had the opportunity to throw in a business card to enter for a chance to win one of many giveaway prizes donated by various sponsors of L.A.'s Largest Mixer.

The mixer is over and the winners have been drawn! It's the Largest Mixer's pleasure to announce the winners of this year's "business card drawing" giveaway.

In no particular order:

Stephanie Realy Vasquez, Marketing/Membership Manager of Costco Marketing -- Sunday champagne brunch cruise (courtesy of Hornblower Cruises & Events)

Laura E. Suspanic, Assistant Director of Enrollment of the University of Redlands -- 3 day/2 night stay at the Avi Resort & Casino (courtesy of the Avi Resort & Casino)

Kara Lizarraga, Program Coordinator of MDA (Muscular Dystrophy Association, Inc.) -- $100.00 gift card to Desert Hills Premium Outlets (courtesy of Chelsea Premium Outlets)

Ashek Hossain, Account Manager of NBC 4 Los Angeles -- Summer Sunset Cocktail (Wednesday cruise courtesy of Hornblower Cruises & Events)

Jessica Goltermann, Events Coordinator of the American Liver Foundation -- Summer Sunset Cocktail (Wednesday cruise courtesy of Hornblower Cruises & Events)

Chris Reese, Founder/Owner-Operator of Hoopla's -- 3 day/2 night stay at the Plaza Hotel and Casino (courtesy of the Plaza Hotel and Casino)

Guy Quann, Corporate Sales Representative of K1 Speed -- Friday Night "Blues" (dinner cruise courtesy of Hornblower Cruises & Events)

Jessica Goltermann, Events Coordinator of the American Liver Foundation -- Two domestic airline tickets (courtesy of Omega World Travel)

Congratulations to all of our winners! We hope that you all have a fantastic time with your prizes. We'd like to also take this chance to thank our wonderful sponsors for donating all of these great giveaways! Your support is what makes what we do possible. Thank you!

L.A.’S LARGEST MIXER XI® HELPS KEEP BUSINESS ALIVE AS THOUSANDS PACK THE SHRINE AUDITORIUM EXPO CENTER FOR THE BUSINESS MIXER/EXPO OF THE SEASON

Los Angeles Area Chambers and Business Organizations Come Together For The Ultimate Business Networking Event

Considered by many as the most heralded business mixer/expo of the season, L.A.’s Largest Mixer XI®—boasting a sold out show of 250 exhibitors and 2,500 attendees—made yet another splash this year electrifying the Los Angeles area business community on July 23, 2009. Companies running the entire gamut of industries joined together to partake in the ultimate business networking event.

“L.A.’s Largest Mixer® gives us an opportunity to meet prospective members as well as talk with current ones,” said Paul Little, President and CEO, Pasadena Chamber. “We’re also able to talk to peers from other chambers to see what they’re doing. The Largest Mixer® is a great way to get out and network with people while finding out what’s happening in the business community.”

The event is hosted by: Chambers: Arcadia, Boyle Heights, Century City, Covina, Culver City, East LA, Greater El Sereno, Greater Lakewood, Greater San Fernando Valley, Hollywood, Irwindale, La Verne, Long Beach Area, Los Angeles Area, Los Angeles Junior, Miracle Mile, Pasadena, Regional Black, Regional Chamber of San Gabriel Valley, Santa Monica, Sherman Oaks, Southern California Black, United Chambers-San Fernando Valley, Universal City/North Hollywood, West Hollywood, and West Los Angeles. Business Organizations: American Business Women's Association, Anaheim/Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau, Asian Business Association, Asian Professional Exchange, LA INC., National Association Of Women Business Owners-Los Angeles, Rotary Club of Los Angeles, and Travel and Tourism Marketing Association.

Co-sponsored by 710 ESPN, Conexion, El Aviso Magazine, C9 Balloons, L.A. Downtown News, La Opinión, LAWeekly, NBC Los Angeles, OwL Enterprises, PR Newswire, and Titan Worldwide.

Designed to be part expo and part business social event, the Largest Mixer® encourages membership in one or more chambers allowing businesses to grow based on a wider network of support. In addition, by providing businesses with the opportunity to meet one another, even more networks of mutual support can be created.

The Largest Mixer® is part of a family of events in other regions: Orange County, Inland Empire and Las Vegas and is produced by The Dave Linden Group, Inc.

For information, visit www.lamixer.com.