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Great Events Start Here. CONVENTION SERVICES ADVERTISING, MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS CERTIFIED FOLDER DISPLAY SERVICE, INC. 203 Lawrence Ave., South San Francisco 650-589-3117 • 800-799-7373 certifiedfolder.com • jonf@certifiedfolder.com One of the West’s largest and oldest distributors of attraction brochures, we have brochure displays in more than 1,000 prime visitor, corporate and airport locations in the Bay Area. CHARLES ZUKOW ASSOCIATES, LLC 605 Market St., Ste. 500 415-296-0677 • charleszukow.com charlesz@charleszukow.com This is a full-service lifestyle public relations, advertising, marketing and promotions agency. CLEAR CHANNEL AIRPORTS & OUTDOOR 555 12th St., Ste. 950, Oakland 510-835-5900 • clearchanneloutdoor.com Clear Channel Outdoor is the world’s largest outdoor advertising company with close to one million displays in 45 countries across five continents. DAVID PERRY & ASSOCIATES, INC. 584 Castro St., Ste. 529 • 415-767-1067 davidperry.com • news@davidperry.com David Perry and Associates, Inc. is a fullrange public relations/social marketing and government affairs firm. We give advice on all-things related to media, video and audio production, etc. GLODOW NEAD COMMUNICATIONS, LLC 1700 Montgomery St., Ste. 203 415-394-6500 • glodownead.com jeff@glodownead.com We design and execute creative, resultsoriented publicity and PR campaigns in the lifestyle area including hotels, destination restaurants, airlines, commercial developments, etc. GREENERPRINTER 1003 Canal Blvd., Point Richmond 510-898-0000 • 800-655-5833 greenerprinter.com marketing@greenerprinter.com We specialize in providing green solutions for your business marketing and communication needs. KETCHUM, INC. 1050 Battery St. • 415-984-6100 ketchum.com We are a public relations and marketing agency that specializes in corporate and product positioning. LIGHTHOUSE PUBLIC AFFAIRS 857 Montgomery • 415-364-0000 lh-pa.com • contact@lh-pa.com Lighthouse is the preeminent public affairs consultancy in the San Francisco Bay Area. SPRITZ MARKETING 660 Sacramento St., Ste. 200 415-221-2875 • spritzsf.com beth@spritzsf.com Full-service boutique agency specializing in traditional and new media marketing including brand strategy, creative design, web, mobile, analytics, PR, events and more. VECTOR MEDIA 560 Lexington Ave., 14th Fl., New York, NY 415-971-7469 • vectormedia.com kevinc@vectormedia.com Vector Media offers diverse out-of-home advertising opportunities specializing in large format visual communications. ASSOCIATIONS & CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE BAY AREA LONGSHOREMEN’S MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION 400 N. Point St. • 415-441-5511 admin@sfbalma.org The Bay Area Longshoremen’s Memorial Association is located in a historic building in San Francisco’s famous Fisherman’s Wharf. The venue can be used for meetings and events. CALAVERAS VISITORS BUREAU 1192 S. Main St., Angels Camp 209-736-0049 • 800-225-3764 gocalaveras.com • info@gocalaveras.com Just two hours east of San Francisco, Calaveras boasts abundant foothills recreation, cave tours and expeditions, Big Trees State Park, vibrant wine country and Gold Rush history. CALIFORNIA’S CENTRAL COAST - THE ORIGINAL ROAD TRIP P.O. Box 70, Solvang • 831-648-4985 centralcoast-tourism.com krupp@mbayaq.org Experience the original road trip along California’s Central Coast. There are miles of rugged shoreline with panoramic views of the Pacific and great beaches for swimming. CASTRO MERCHANTS 584 Castro St., Ste. 333 • 415-431-2359 castromerchants.com info@castromerchants.com This is the merchant association for the Castro-Upper Market area. CENTRAL MARKET COMMUNITY BENEFIT DISTRICT 901 Market St., Ste. 490 • 415-957-5985 central-market.org info@central-market.org The Central Market CBD promotes local businesses, encourages economic development and public improvements, co-coordinates major events and advocates on behalf of its constituents. CHINATOWN MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION 667 Grant Ave. • 415-982-6306 moonfestival.org/index.html elee@moonfestival.com Founded in 1988, the San Francisco Chinatown Merchants Association is dedicated to the revitalization of commerce and tourism in one of America’s most unique historic neighborhoods. CHINESE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 730 Sacramento St. • 415-982-3000 chineseparade.com The Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year Parade will be on Saturday, February 23 at 5:15 p.m. in San Francisco. Bleacher tickets are available. Visit www.chineseparade.com or call 415-889-8823. CIVIC CENTER COMMUNITY BENEFIT DISTRICT 901 Market St., Ste. 490 415-658-7979 • sfciviccenter.org info@sfciviccenter.org The Civic Center CBD’s goal is to improve the image, safety, beautification and cleanliness of the neighborhood to benefit residents, employees, property owners and visitors. DESTINATION: TIBURON 1505 Tiburon Blvd., Tiburon 415-435-7373 • destinationtiburon.org Just minutes across the bay from San Francisco, the town of Tiburon is a unique combination of historic charm, relaxed waterfront dining and spectacular views. FAIRFIELD CONFERENCE & VISITORS BUREAU 1000 Webster St., First Fl., Ste. A, Fairfield 707-399-2445 • visitfairfieldca.com info@visitfairfieldca.com Are you looking for a unique meeting experience? Come to Fairfield, a beaut iful wine country location just 45 minutes from San Francisco and Sacramento. FISHERMAN’S WHARF COMMUNITY BENEFIT DISTRICT 202 Jefferson St. • 415-673-3530 visitfishermanswharf.com tcampbell@visitfishermanswharf.com Plan your next event at one of the many distinct venues at Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco’s historic waterfront. Fisherman’s Wharf alone has 12 hotels offering more than 2,500 rooms. FISHERMAN’S WHARF MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION Pier 47, Ste. 2 • 415-674-7503 fishermanswharf.org fishermanswharf@sbcglobal.net We are devoted to the preservation of the pageantry and charm of Fisherman’s Wharf for the delight of visitors. Visit our website for history, events, maps and information on attractions. FRESNO/CLOVIS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 1180 E. Shaw Ave., Ste. 201, Fresno 559-981-5500 • 800-788-0836 playfresno.org layla.forstedt@fresnocvb.org The Fresno/Clovis CVB Sales Team is here to make your event a success. Go to playfresno.org to plan your event in the perfect location in the heart of California! GOLD COUNTRY VISITORS ASSOCIATION 200 Wool St., Folsom • 916-985-2698 calgold.org • maryann@visitfolsom.com California’s Gold Country is your ticket to adventure! Enjoy four-season fun, including shopping, dining, wine tasting, historic Gold Rush towns and a plethora of outdoor activities. GOLDEN GATE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION 584 Castro St., Ste. 528 • 415-362-4422 ggba.com • info@ggba.com Founded in 1974, GGBA is proud to be the LGBT Chamber of Commerce for the San Francisco/Bay Area. GOLDEN GATE NATIONAL PARKS CONSERVANCY Building 201, Fort Mason 415-561-3000 • parksconservancy.org nphelps@parksconservancy.org We offer visitor services in one of America’s most-visited national parks. We operate the Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour, the Golden Gate Bridge Tour, bookstores, cafes and other visitor services. GOLDEN GATE RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION 220 Montgomery St., Ste. 990 415-781-5348 • ggra.org This nonprofit association of Bay Area restaurateurs and associated suppliers provides benefits, educational programs and information on current legislative and local issues to members. HAIGHT-ASHBURY MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION 1388 Haight St. Box 151 415-830-4407 • thehaight.org The Haight-Ashbury is one of San Francisco’s most historic and wellknown neighborhoods. It’s dynamic and features an eclectic mix of independent shops, restaurants and nightlife. HIGH SIERRA VISITORS COUNCIL 40343 Hwy. 41, Oakhurst 559-683-4636 • californiahighsierra.com terrys@yosemiteexperience.com This is the perfect playground for outdoor sports from mountain biking, backpacking, hiking, camping, kayaking, fishing, skiing, boarding, snowmobiling and snowshoeing to special events. HOTEL COUNCIL OF SAN FRANCISCO 323 Geary St., Ste. 405 • 415-391-5197 hotelcouncilsf.org • info@hotelcouncilsf.org We represent large and small San Francisco hotel properties on industry-related issues and sponsor functions featuring programs of interest to the tourism industry. HUMBOLDT COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 322 First St., Eureka • 707-443-5097 redwoods.info • info@redwoods.info Four hours north of San Francisco, the Redwood Coast has the world’s tallest trees, Redwood National Park, the Avenue of Giants and the Lost Coast. JAPANTOWN MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION OF SAN FRANCISCO 1759 Sutter St. 415-567-4573 • sfjapantown.org San Francisco’s Japantown is one of only three remaining neighborhoods of its kind in the U.S., providing unique cultural experiences to its visitors. LAKE TAHOE VISITORS AUTHORITY 3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe 530-541-5255 • 800-288-2463 tahoesouth.com • info@ltva.org Lake Tahoe is widely considered one of the most beautiful places in the world and offers the ultimate high-country experience with superb outdoor recreation and magnificent scenery. MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM 2520 Main St., P.O. Box 48, Mammoth Lakes 888-466-2666 • visitmammoth.com info@visitmammoth.com Mammoth Lakes, majestic in scale and awesome in its natural beauty, is one of those rare places you have to see to totally believe. MARIN CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU One Mitchell Blvd., Ste. B, San Rafael 415-925-2060 • 866-925-2060 visitmarin.org • info@visitmarin.org An event in Marin is an event remembered. There’s no such thing as a typical Marin event. Because there’s nothing “typical” in Marin. MISSION MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 40280 • 415-830-3776 missionmerchants.com The sunny Inner Mission, San Francisco’s “Heart and Sol,” is well-known as the West Coast’s hippest neighborhood, filled with coffeehouses, restaurants, bookstores and more. MONTEREY COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 787 Munras Ave., Ste. 110, Monterey 888-221-1010 • 888-221-1010 seemonterey.com • info@seemonterey.com Choose a destination that will increase attendance, inspire your participants, and make your work easier! Create the perfect Monterey program today. Contact sales@seemonterey.com. NOE VALLEY MERCHANTS AND PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION 3848 24th St. • 415-641-8687 noevalleymerchants.com info@noevalleymerchants.com This merchant organization promotes businesses and invigorates the commercial community by presenting fun and entertaining events in participating stores. PETALUMA VISITORS PROGRAM 210 Lakeville St., Petaluma 707-769-0429 • 877-2-PETALUMA visitpetaluma.com • info@visitpetaluma.com Visit our historic riverfront town, 32 miles north of San Francisco, for antiques, arts, events and dining. We are the gateway to wine country, redwoods and the coast. PLACER COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU 1103 High St., Ste. 150, Auburn 530-887-2111 • 866-752-2371 visitplacer.com • info@visitplacer.com We are a legacy of adventure! Since the early days, when trains brought adventure seekers from all over the world, Placer County continues to provide adventures for everyone’s taste. RICHMOND CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU 229 Tewksbury, Ste. B, Richmond 510-237-1403 • visitrichmondca.com beth@visitrichmondca.com The Craneway Pavilion is the Bay Area’s newest venue with 180-degree panoramic views. The Richmond Memorial Auditorium hosts a variety of events annually. SAN FRANCISCO COUNCIL OF DISTRICT MERCHANTS ASSOCIATIONS 1019 Howard St. • 415-621-7533 sfcdma.org • occexp@aol.com Over the past 60 years, the Council has distinguished itself by drawing together the disparate merchants associations in the neighborhood commercial districts of the city. SAN FRANCISCO LESBIAN/GAY/ BISEXUAL/TRANSGENDER PRIDE CELEBRATION COMMITTEE 1841 Market St., Fourth Fl. 415-864-0831 • sfpride.org info@sfpride.org With 250 parade contingents, 300 exhibitors and 22 community-run stages and venues, SF Pride Celebration is the second-largest annual gathering of LGBT people/allies in the world. SAN FRANCISCO TRAVEL ASSOCIATION VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER 749 Howard St., The Moscone Center 415-391-2000 • 877-665-9673 sftravel.com • vic1@sftravel.com The San Francisco Travel visitor information centers are the city’s official “front desks,” serving 400,000 visitors annually and curating the San Francisco experience. SAN MATEO COUNTY - SILICON VALLEY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 111 Anza Blvd., Ste. 410, Burlingame 650-348-7600 • 800-288-4748 visitsanmateocounty.com info@smccvb.com This affordable, convenient and easily accessible meeting destination offers bay views and coastal towns and is just minutes from San Francisco. It is home to 170 hotels and 16,000 guestrooms. SAUSALITO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1913 Bridgeway, Sausalito 415-331-7262 • sausalito.org chamber@sausalito.org Sausalito is a premier destination for San Francisco Bay Area visitors. Enjoy firstclass hotels, world-class restaurants and shopping and superb wedding and event venues. SAVE THE REDWOODS LEAGUE 111 Sutter St., 11th Fl. 415-362-2352 • SaveTheRedwoods.org jbenito@savetheredwoods.org Visit savetheredwoods.org/travel for a wealth of information to plan a visit to the redwoods, including an interactive redwood parks map, travel guides and a blog. SHASTA CASCADE WONDERLAND ASSOCIATION 1699 Hwy. 273, Anderson 530-365-7500 • shastacascade.com info@shastacascade.org With Redding as the hub of Northern California’s Shasta Cascade region, make your vacation the ultimate experience through nature, outdoor recreation and national parks. SONOMA COUNTY TOURISM 400 Aviation Blvd., Ste. 500, Santa Rosa 707-522-5800 • 800-576-6662 sonomacounty.com info@sonomacounty.com Sonoma County, 45 minutes north of San Francisco, offers services for your wine country needs: wine tasting, tours, transportation to the area, locally produced foods and more. SONOMA VALLEY VISITORS BUREAU 453 First St., E, Sonoma • 707-996-1090 866-996-1090 • sonomavalley.com info@sonomavalley.com This resource provides full-service visitor information on Sonoma Valley’s wineries, vineyards, historic sites, lodging, restaurants and attractions. Free visitor guide is available by request. SPUR 654 Mission St. • 415-781-8726 spur.org • rental@spur.org The new Urban Center offers stunning architecture and a variety of spaces perfect for receptions, conferences and meetings. TEAM SAN JOSE 408 Almaden Blvd., San Jose 408-792-4511 • 800-SAN-JOSE (726-5673) sanjose.org Team San Jose is a partnership unifying the SJCVB, hotels, arts, labor and venues to deliver exceptional hospitality in the heart of Silicon Valley. TUOLUMNE COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU/YOSEMITE GOLD COUNTRY 193 S. Washington St., Sonora 209-533-4420 • 800-446-1333 VisitTuolumne.com • lisa@gotuolumne.com Located two-and-a-half hours east of San Francisco in Gold Country, you will find historic towns, wine, four-season recreation and lodging. The closest route to Yosemite from the Bay Area is Highway 120. UNION SQUARE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 323 Geary St., Ste. 203 • 415-781-7880 VisitUnionSquareSF.com karin@unionsquarebid.com We’re the organization behind VisitUnionSquareSF.com, the official guide to Union Square. We also offer cleaning, safety, beautification and public affairs services to the area. UNION STREET ASSOCIATION, INC. 2036 Union St. • 415-441-7055 unionstreetsf.com • ll@imagesnorth.com When San Franciscans are out for a day of shopping and dining, they are often found enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of Union Street, San Francisco’s most charming street. VALLEJO CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo 707-642-3653 • 800-482-5535 visitvallejo.com • mike@visitvallejo.com We specialize in providing information and partner assistance to attract visitors, sports teams, reunions and more. We are 35 miles northeast of San Francisco and 15 miles south of Napa Valley. VISIT BERKELEY 2030 Addison St., Ste. 102, Berkeley 510-549-7040 • 800-847-4823 visitberkeley.com • visitor@visitberkeley.com Berkeley is an inspiring destination for meetings, events and celebrations. A culinary and cultural hub, Berkeley offers a wide range of meeting and event venues. VISIT CONCORD 2280 Diamond Blvd., Ste. 200, Concord 925-685-1181 • visitconcordca.com info@visitconcordca.com Price, location, space, amenities and proximity to activities are all key factors why you should choose Concord to hold your next event or meeting. VISIT HALF MOON BAY 235 Main St., Half Moon Bay 650-726-8380 • visithalfmoonbay.org info@hmbchamber.com This organization assists leisure, group and conference travelers with visitor information, accommodations and activities and promotes Half Moon Bay through marketing, advertising and media relations. VISIT MENDOCINO COUNTY, INC. 345 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg 707-964-9010 • 866-466-3636 visitmendocino.com info@visitmendocino.com Experience Mendocino County’s coastal tours and quaint villages, towering redwood forests, unique and intimate wineries. Mendocino County. It’s what you’ve been missing. VISIT NAPA VALLEY 600 Main St., Napa • 855-333-6272 888-854-6272 • visitnapavalley.com info@visitnapavalley.com Visit Napa Valley is the official marketing organization of the Napa Valley, with the mission to promote its position as America’s premier wine, food, arts and wellness capital. VISIT OAKLAND 481 Water St., Oakland • 510-839-9000 visitoakland.com • sales@visitoakland.com Visit Oakland has a variety of opportunities for partnerships with your business. Contact us today to find out how your business can be involved. VISIT SACRAMENTO 1608 I St., Sacramento • 916-808-7777 800-292-2334 • visitsacramento.com info@visitsacramento.com California’s capital city fuses landmarks, a hip and modern central city, farm-to-fork dining, and natural beauty to create an exciting down-to-earth experience for any group. VISIT SANTA CRUZ COUNTY 303 Water St., Ste. 100, Santa Cruz 831-429-7281 • 800-833-3494 santacruz.org • prtips@santacruz.org Visit Santa Cruz County enhances tourism and the economy by positioning Santa Cruz County as a visitor, conference and film destination. VISIT SANTA ROSA Nine Fourth St., Santa Rosa 707-577-8674 • 800-404-7673 visitsantarosa.com Just 55 miles north of San Francisco, in the urban heart of wine country, you’ll find Santa Rosa: a city with a cool vibe and vibrant culture waiting to be explored. VISIT STOCKTON 125 Bridge Place, Second Fl., Stockton 209-938-1555 • 877-778-6258 visitstockton.org • wes@visitstockton.org Let Visit Stockton introduce you to one of the most unique and diverse destinations in Northern California, rich with dining and activities and renowned for lively festivals and annual events. VISIT TRI-VALLEY 5075 Hopyard Rd., Ste. 240, Pleasanton 925-846-8910 • 888-874-9253 visittrivalley.com • info@visittrivalley.com Discover Northern California’s historic wine region in the East Bay among the cities of Danville, Dublin, Livermore and Pleasanton. It’s a perfect destination! VISIT VACAVILLE 1663 E. Monte Vista Ave., Ste. S-102, Vacaville • 707-450-0500 visitvacaville.com melyssa@visitvacaville.com Smack dab in between San Francisco and Sacramento on Interstate 80, this city, rich in state history, agriculture, outdoor spaces and small-town charm, is not well-publicized. WALNUT CREEK CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 1280 Civic Dr., Ste. 100, Walnut Creek 925-934-2007 • 888-934-4692 visitwalnutcreek.org chamber@walnut-creek.com Located just east of San Francisco, and between the Napa and Livermore wine regions, Walnut Creek is the Jewel of the East Bay. YERBA BUENA COMMUNITY BENEFIT DISTRICT Five Third St., Ste. 914 • 415-644-0728 visityerbabuena.org • info@ybcbd.org YBCBD is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Yerba Buena by fostering a cleaner, greener, safer and more vibrant community. YOSEMITE/MARIPOSA COUNTY TOURISM BUREAU P.O. Box 967, Mariposa 209-742-4567 • yosemite.com julieh@yosemiteexperience.com The Yosemite/Mariposa County Tourism Bureau is the agency responsible for positioning Yosemite/Mariposa County as the destination of choice for leisure and group travel. AUDIOVISUAL SERVICES ANDERSON AV RENTALS AND PRODUCTIONS 245 E. Harris Ave., South San Francisco 415-227-4400 • andersonavrentals.com info@andersonavrentals.com This is a San Francisco and Bay Area full-service audio visual rentals and events production company. AUDIO VISUAL PRODUCTION SOLUTIONS 820 Midpoint Dr., O’Fallon 800-704-3655 • av-ps.com mcoultas@av-ps.com We are a nationwide leader in audio/visual computer rental and in providing exclusive one-on-one support. AV IMAGES, INC. 7085 C Las Positas Rd., Livermore 925-245-7400 • 800-801-1500 avimages.com • vpadua@avimages.com For 30 years we have been providing A/V, lighting and staging support, as well as equipment rentals, design and production management. Contact us for support for events, tradeshows and convention services. CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY SAN FRANCISCO 14072 Catalina St., San Leandro 510-618-5100 • ctus.com info@ctus.com Creative Technology is a leading supplier of large screen video and computer imaging services to corporate and entertainment markets worldwide. MCCUNE AUDIO/ VIDEO/LIGHTING 101 Utah Ave., South San Francisco 650-873-1111 • 800-899-7686 mccune.com • dmolnar@mccune.com McCune Audio/Video/Lighting is a full-service technical event production company based in San Francisco, Monterey and Anaheim, California, providing expertise for any kind of event. MOSCONE CENTER/SMG 747 Howard St. • 415-974-4000 moscone.com • mlendaro@moscone.com The Moscone Center is San Francisco’s premier convention facility. More than twothirds of the city’s 35,000 hotel rooms are within walking distance. MOSCONE WEST 800 Howard St. • 415-974-4023 moscone.com • mlendaro@moscone.com Located at the edge of the city’s dynamic South of Market (SoMa) district, Moscone West is just four blocks from Union Square and only steps from public transit stations. PROJECTION PRESENTATION TECHNOLOGY 747 Howard St. • 415-267-6400 projection.com • mneely@projection.com We offer turnkey A/V staging, production and management solutions for conventions, meetings and professional events. PSAV PRESENTATION SERVICES 105 Park Ln., Brisbane • 415-735-3742 psav.com • ethomas@psav.com One of America’s leaders in presentation excellence, we provide projection, sound, video and lighting equipment as well as technical support for meetings, corporate events and conventions. BANNERS, FLAGS & SIGNS AAA FLAG & BANNER 630 Tennessee St. • 415-431-2950 855-836-3200 • aaaflag.com desqueda@aaaflag.com We are both manufacturers and installers of custom signs, banners and flags using bot h digital and screenprinting on rigid and flexible materials. Please call for details. COPY CENTRAL 615 Mission St. • 415-882-7377 copycentral.com • sf@copycentral.com Contact us for high volume color and black and white copying, finishing, digital output and desktop publishing at competitive rates. CATERERS BARCHA 28 Fremont St. • 415-957-5463 barcha-sf.com Barcha offers several private event space options, including the Chandelier Room, seasonal patios and a full venue buy-out. We can accommodate cocktail receptions and sit down dinners. BAY AREA BARTENDERS P.O. Box 51077, San Jose 800-694-9833 • BayAreaBartenders.com events@bayareabartenders.com Bay Area Bartenders provides professional and reliable full bar services for all your bartending needs. We serve the entire San Francisco Bay Area. BEST BEVERAGE CATERING 485 A Valley Dr., Brisbane 415-642-2410 • bestbeverage.com BBC is a licensed beverage catering company equipped to accommodate any type or size event. We also offer full-service event concessions to audiences from 100 to 100,000. BOUDIN BAKERY & CAFE Four Embarcadero Center 415-362-3330 • boudinbakery.com We serve San Francisco’s world famous sourdough French bread, hearty sandwiches, bread bowl soups, entree salads, abundantly topped sourdough pizzas, freshly baked pastries and desserts. PIER 39 • 415-421-0185 CARRIE DOVE CATERING & EVENTS 1050 22nd Ave., Oakland 415-460-9995 • carriedovecatering.com adam@carriedovecatering.com Carrie Dove Catering & Events offers the perfect balance of distinctive service and exceptional food. THE CAVIAR CO. 1954 Union St. • 415-580-7986 thecaviarco.com • indulge@thecaviarco.com The Caviar Co. specializes in events of all sizes, from 10 people to 1,000. Tasting through a Caviar Bar run by The Caviar Co. will surely elevate any event. COLETTA GELATO 685 Harrison St. • 415-795-3170 colettagelato.com • info@colettagelato.com Coletta is a new type of gelateria that unites Italian tradition with American whimsy. Gelato, exceedingly fresh and smooth, with imaginative flavors meld Italy with the bay. COMPONERE FINE CATERING 5836 San Pablo Ave., Emeryville 925-878-1894 • componerefinecatering.com annie@componerefinecatering.com Componere Fine Catering is the top highend catering service on the West Coast. We offer custom designed menus and serve meetings, events and weddings. FLAGSHIP EVENTS BY HORNBLOWER The Embarcadero, Pier 3 415-983-8258 • hornblower.com/port/ overview/sf+sanfrancisco-alcatrazevents jpimentel@hornblower.com Our exclusive Alcatraz events are the ultimate in once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Cruise to Alcatraz and dine on the island or your own private yacht. FRAICHE CATERING 156 Second St. • 925-683-2800 fraichecater.com • danielle@fraichecater.com From our fresh, local and impeccable menu to our seamless and seasoned staff, Fraiche Catering supports your vision of this memorable day. GLOBAL GOURMET CATERING 1030 Illinois St. • 415-701-0001 ggcatering.com • laura@ggcatering.com From organic and sustainably produced menus, food and wine pairing and innovative design to superb service and attention to every detail, we are your complete event production service. HIL’S COOKING & CATERING 2430 Broadway, Oakland 415-786-1796 • hilscookingcatering.com hilscooking@gmail.com In her journey through the culinary world, Hilary Jacobs takes pride in being an innovator of remixing and remaking what is familiar while adding something unique in taste. HOW YA BEAN 4272 Mulberry Court, Tracy 415-920-3407 • howyabean.com catering@howyabean.com We offer permanently or temporarily manned espresso and/or smoothie bar service. JAMBA JUICE 1300 Ninth Ave. • 415-682-2202 valleyjuiceco.com catering@valleyjuiceco.com We serve San Francisco with the freshest fruit and vegetable blends in the whole Whirl’d. Inspiring and simplifying healthy living for more than 25 years! 170 O’Farrell St., Macy’s • 415-296-4706 Stonestown Galleria, 3251 20th Ave. 415-664-1352 500 Parnassus Ave. • 415-566-1260 865 Market St. • 415-357-3640 2300 16th St., Ste. 245 • 415-864-7105 74 New Montgomery St. • 415-597-5546 152 Kearny St. • 415-597-5546 22 Battery St., Ste. D • 415-438-3321 2014 Market St. • 415-703-6011 KNIGHTS CATERING 255 Mendell St. • 415-920-3663 knightscatering.com knightscatering@mac.com Celebrating in San Francisco and the bay Area since 1963, we offer corporate, social and socially conscious event planning and catering. We ensure every experience exceeds expectations. LIBATIONS UNLIMITED 740 Mendocino Ave., Ste. 3, Santa Rosa 707-328-2132 • libationsunlimited.com christopher@libationsunlimited.com Looking to make your event stand out from all the rest? You can rest assured our one-of-a-kind style will create that lasting impression you’ve been looking for. MCCALLS 2525 16th St., Ste. 311 • 415-552-8550 mccallssf.com • lee@mccallssf.com One of the largest and most professional caterers in the Bay Area, we have been caterer to presidents, prime ministers, heads of state, San Francisco’s social galas, corporate 500s and more. MELONS CATERING & EVENTS 390 Swift Ave., Ste. 1 South San Francisco • 650-583-1756 melonscatering.com ssloan@melonscatering.com We transform the merest hints of ideas into stunning, hand-crafted events. We are creative spirits with deep experience and a pressing need to get the details right. MOBYDISH 950 Harrison St. • 415-644-8571 mobydish.com • hello@mobydish.com MobyDish is an online ordering platform dedicated to catering and events. PANERA BREAD 301 King St. • 415-777-2080 catering.panerabread.com Food should taste great and be made the way you like it. Whether you are feeding a group of vegetarians, calorie counters or protein lovers, we have options to make everyone happy. PAULA LEDUC FINE CATERING 1350 Park Ave., Emeryville 510-547-7825 • paulaleduc.com sales@paulaleduc.com Paula LeDuc Fine Catering is proud to be the exclusive caterer of four exquisite Bay Area venues: the San Francisco Ferry Building, Beaulieu Garden, Viansa Sonoma and B.R. Cohn. SAVOR CATERING 747 Howard St. • 415-974-4040 savorsmgsf.com • info@cateringbysmg.com From simple to elegant, for 20 to 20,000 guests, Catering by SMG can do it all. Services are available throughout the Bay Area. SCHOLAR WINE 5654 Geary St., P.O. Box 210084 209-914-9279 • scholarwine.org josh@scholarwine.org Scholar Wine is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides scholarships to low-income college students through the proceeds of our beverage catering and bartending services. SMALL POTATOES CATERING & EVENTS 525 Seventh St. • 415-896-1296 tinyspuds.com • elaine@tinyspuds.com Small Potatoes Catering & Events is a full-service catering and event company with an extensive background in both event production and design. STRAW 203 Octavia Blvd. • 415-863-3509 strawsf.com • catering@strawsf.com Straw specializes in carnival inspired comfort food. From a simple lunch delivery to a fullservice elegant dinner, Straw brings a little slice of carnival life to every event. TASTE CATERING AND EVENT PLANNING 201 Adrian Rd., Millbrae 415-550-6464 • tastecatering.com melissa@tastecatering.com From artful simplicity to something grand and glorious, Taste creates magic for guests. Fine cuisine, gracious service and attention to every detail guarantee a successful event. CHURCHES & RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS GRACE CATHEDRAL 1100 California St. • 415-749-6300 gracecathedral.org reception@gracecathedral.org Grace Cathedral, an Episcopal church known for its stunning architecture and premier cultural events, is located blocks from downtown and offers unique and flexible rental spaces. HUA ZANG SI 3134 22nd St. • 415-920-9816 huazangsi.org • hzsmails@gmail.com For blessings and fortune, come visit this distinctive Buddhist temple housing amazing, holy treasures: statues of Sakyamuni Buddha, Guan Yin Bodhisattva and Maitreya Bodhisattva. CONSULTANTS CBRE HOTELS 101 California St., 44th Fl. 415-652-4483 • cbrehotels.com/EN/Pages/ Home.aspx • chris.kraus@cbre.com This national firm of management consultants provides a full range of service to the hospitality and real estate industries. HVS 100 Bush St., Ste. 750 415-896-0868 • hvs.com Thousands of hotel owners around the world rely on HVS to support confident, informed business decisions. NEW DEAL ADVISERS 560 Mission St., Ste. 2800 415-955-1100 • newdealadvisers.com chris@newdealadvisers.com We bring together three decades of public affairs experience, strong relationships with decision-makers at all levels of government, and a reputation for building consensus. RSBA & ASSOCIATES 400 Spear St., Ste. 106 • 415-541-7722 rsbaswig.com • rickswig@rsbaswig.com RSBA and Associates and its president, Rick Swig, provide hotel ownership advisory services for acquisition and disposition of hotels, hotel asset management and litigation support. SAN FRANCISCO PLATINUM ADVISORS 170 Columbus Ave., Ste. 240 415-271-4180 • platinumadvisors.com mem@platinumadvisors.com Offering the essential tools to develop a winning public affairs strategy, we provide policy-oriented advocacy, knowledgebased research, and talented professionals. COPYING SERVICES COPY CENTRAL 615 Mission St. • 415-882-7377 copycentral.com • sf@copycentral.com We offer high volume color and black and white copying, finishing, digital output and desktop publishing at competitive rates. CORPORATIONS NEW DEAL ADVISERS 560 Mission St., Ste. 2800 415-955-1100 • newdealadvisers.com chris@newdealadvisers.com We bring together three decades of public affairs experience, strong relationships with decision-makers at all levels of government, and a reputation for building consensus. SALESFORCE.COM, INC. One Market St., Ste. 300 415-901-7000 • salesforce.com Salesforce.com is the world’s largest provider of customer relationship management software. Our industryleading CRM platform is the world’s leading enterprise cloud ecosystem. DECORATORS AFR EVENT FURNISHINGS 23541 Eichler St., Unit G, Hayward 510-736-4888 • 888-AFR-RENT (237-7368) afrevents.com sfspecialevents@rentfurniture.com We offer exquisite furniture and accessory rentals for special events, corporate meetings, weddings, conferences and trade shows nationwide. BLUEPRINT STUDIOS 352 Shaw Rd., South San Francisco 415-922-9004 • blueprintstudios.com info@blueprintstudios.com We are Blueprint Studios, a full-service event design, fabrication, graphics and rental firm dedicated to creating unforgettable events. HENSLEY EVENT RESOURCES 180 W. Hill Place, Brisbane 650-692-7007 hensleyeventresources.com info@hensleyeventresources.com We supply comprehensive event resources and exceptional customer service, and have created some of the most buzzedabout events in the Bay Area and beyond. DELIVERY & FULFILLMENT SERVICES ADMAIL WEST, INC. 521 N. 10th St., Sacramento 916-442-3613 • admailwest.com anthonyp@admailwest.com Admail West is committed to creating successful connections between our clients and their customers through intelligent marketing solutions delivered with quality and integrity. SPECIAL T DELIVERY P.O. Box 422127 • 415-357-9000 800-660-7713 • specialtdelivery.com This on-call delivery service, open 24 hours a day, delivers small packages or large. Trucks for extremely big loads are also available. Their motto is: anything, anywhere, anytime. DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANIES 360 DESTINATION GROUP 323 Geary St., Ste. 610 • 415-762-9773 360dg.com • sfinfo@360dg.com As one of the most experienced innovative planning and logistics teams, we maximize impact and value. We are your Northern California full-service destination, meeting and event production. ACCESS DESTINATION SERVICES 242 Lafayette Cir., Ste. 2A, Lafayette 925-283-0111 • accessdmc.com becky.aramayo@accessdmc.com We are the winner of Event Solutions Magazine’s 2011 Event Company of the Year award! We have been listed among Special Event Magazine’s Top 25 DMCs in the world for eight consecutive years! AGENTOURS, INC. 126 W. Portal Ave. • 415-661-5200 agentours.com • info@agentours.com We offer DMC services in the Western U.S., including incentives, special events, ad hoc groups, series and meeting planning with creative, innovative, knowledgeable, multilingual staff. ALLIED PRA NORTHERN CALIFORNIA 290 King St., Ste. 11 • 415-397-6300 alliedpra.com/locations/northern-california alaina.hee@alliedpra.com We are an accredited, national awardwinning, full-service DMC providing premier destination management solutions with flawless results. BAY MAGIC MEETINGS & TOURS, LLC 2511 San Miguel Dr., Walnut Creek 925-932-8687 • baymagictours.com david@baymagictours.com We specialize in providing customized tours, transportation arrangements and exciting events for meeting and convention groups. BENCHMARK DESTINATIONS, INC. - DMC 2 Bethany Dr., American Canyon 415-595-0179 benchmarkdestinations.com info@benchmarkdestinations.com Benchmark Destinations is a full-service destination management and experiential event company based in Northern California. BI WORLDWIDE 7630 Bush Lake Rd., Minneapolis, MN 952-835-4800 • biworldwide.com We design and deliver customizable employee, sales, channel and customer solutions that are grounded in the science of behavioral economics. C2SIGNAL 315 Montgomery St., Ste. 900 415-583-5171 • c2signal.com info@c2signal.com We offer promotional services including local, national and global proximity campaigns, representative office activities and project management in events, exhibitions and trade shows. CAPPA & GRAHAM, INC., A DMC NETWORK COMPANY 401 Terry A. Francois Blvd., Ste. 128 415-512-6967 • cappa-graham.com gordon@cappa-graham.com Creative people actualizing events, we are celebrating 35 years of unparalleled Destination Management Services. We are a proud partner of the DMC Network & Ovation Global. COMETOGETHER, CORP. - DMC 4220 Glencoe Ave., Ste. 150, Venice 310-822-0200 • come-together.net info@come-together.net We deliver dynamic experiences customdesigned for corporate meetings and business events. We offer world-class services to fit all conference, sales/training and incentive needs. GIANTS ENTERPRISES 24 Willie Mays Plaza • 415-972-1800 giantsenterprises.com info@giantsenterprises.com Giants Enterprises manages more than 15 unique event spaces in and around AT&T Park, accommodating receptions, seated dinners, conferences, yacht charters, 5K road races and more. HELLO! CALIFORNIA DESTINATION MANAGEMENT 1388 Sutter St., Ste. 525 415-474-2266 • hello-dmc.com glenn@hello-dmc.com This is a full-service destination management company specializing in corporate, incentive and association programs. A wealth of experience ensures quality service. IMPACT DESTINATIONS & EVENTS 848 California St. • 415-766-4170 866-761-6150 • impacteventsdmc.com dhoudek@impacteventsdmc.com Impact programs with the most fun, exclusive and innovative events, providing unmatched attention to detail, while ensuring an unforgettable experience and the greatest return on investment. KEY EVENTS - A HOSTS GLOBAL ALLIANCE MEMBER 220 Montgomery St., Ste. 1300 415-695-8000 • keyevents.com stephenl@keyevents.com We have been developing creative events, interactive meetings and innovative destination services since 1990. We deliver consistent results for corporate, association and incentive groups. LOCAL TASTES OF THE CITY TOURS – DMC 2179 12th Ave. • 415-665-0480 888-358-8687 • sfeventsplanners.com tmedin@sffoodtour.com From airline and hotel reservations, group travel and daily food to wine country, city, Yosemite and cultural tours, we are your one stop for all your travel needs. ORGANIZED CHAOS EVENTS – DMC 25 Josiah Ave. • 415-337-7770 organizedchaosevents.com constance@organizedchaosevents.com We create uncommon, meticulouslyexecuted, full-scale events and destination management solutions. Experience chaos simplified, expectations exceeded and nervous breakdowns avoided! PRODUCTION TRANSPORT, INC. 21250 Hawthorne Blvd., Ste. 535, Torrance • 310-641-0900 • 877-641-0900 prodtrans.com • jbrown@prodtrans.com This nationwide firm specializes in the design and management of citywide shuttle systems for conventions, tradeshows, meetings and special events. VOILA! P.O. Box 14786 415-663-6495 • voilaeventsinc.com info@voilaeventsinc.com Voila Events, Inc. is a full-service event production company that offers exclusive, unique event design along with traditional destination and meeting management services. WEDGEWOOD USA INC. 391 Sutter St., Ste. 701 415-361-5533 • wedgewoodusa-dmc.com events@wedgewoodusa-dmc.com Full-service DMC of the international Wedgewood Group, specializes in incentives, corporate meetings and events. Experience the creative, innovative design of our professional, efficient operation. WISH INTERNATIONAL EVENT MANAGEMENT 1072 College Ave., Palo Alto 650-422-8030 wishinternationalevents.com operation@wisheventos.com.br We create events for groups fascinated by Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Experience meetings at and visits to universities, companies, research centers, start-ups and more. We plan absolutely everything. ENTERTAINERS & BOOKING AGENTS ANOTHER PLANET EVENT GROUP 1815 Fourth St., Ste. C, Berkeley 510-548-3010 anotherplaneteventgroup.com Set the stage for something spectacular. We specialize in private concerts and extraordinary event planning. BEACH BLANKET BABYLON 678 Beach Blanket Babylon Blvd. 415-421-4222 • beachblanketbabylon.com bbb@beachblanketbabylon.com Beach Blanket Babylon, the world’s longest running musical revue, is a high-energy pop culture satire and is the perfect night out! Find more information at beachblanketbabylon.com or 415-421-6788. ENTIRE PRODUCTIONS 650 California St., Seventh Fl. 415-291-9191 • entireproductions.com natasha@entireproductions.com Entire Productions provides entertainment of every genre from local to headline entertainment for social and corporate events. We are based in San Francisco. GATSBY ENTERTAINMENT GROUP 135 Lindbergh Ave., Ste. B, Livermore 415-758-1114 • gatsbyentgroup.com max@gatsbyentgroup.com Gatsby Entertainment provides DJs, bands, live music, variety artists, lighting, photo booths and more. INNOVATIVE ENTERTAINMENT 2525 16th St., Ste. 304 415-552-4276 • inn-entertainment.com info@inn-entertainment.com Providing complete entertainment and production services, we offer theme parties, headliners, dance bands, speakers, etc. KAMSTAR ENTERTAINMENT 1819 Polk St., Ste. 382 415-776-5522 • kamstar.com We have performing pros! From LilyCai Chinese Dance Company and hip CrashDance dance party event to Johnny Cash Tribute, 60’s Rock n Roll, Jazz and Celtic music, find our best YouTube clips by searching KamstarArtists. EXHIBIT DISPLAYS & GRAPHICS BACCHUS PRESS INC. 1287 66th St., Emeryville 510-420-5800 • bacchuspress.com massadi@bacchuspress.com This Bay Area green-certified company offers high-quality eco-friendly banners, indoor and outdoor signs, tradeshow displays, and posters at competitive prices and with fast turnaround. FREEMAN 245 S. Spruce Ave., Ste. 100, South San Francisco • 650-878-6000 freemanco.com We are an employee-owned company committed to providing total show service for all expositions, conventions, corporate meetings and special events. FINANCIAL SERVICES AMERICAN EXPRESS 235 Westlake Center, Box 191, Daly City 800-706-9134 • americanexpress.com aliya.a.bokhari@aexp.com A leader in payments processing, we are an issuer of consumer and business credit and charge cards, including the meeting planners card, and provider of business insights and analysis. BANK OF AMERICA bankofamerica.com Bank of America offers comprehensive and innovative banking products and services with unmatched accessibility and security delivered by responsive, knowledgeable employees. 33 New Montgomery St. • 415-624-0772 345 Montgomery St. • 415-622-2451 San Francisco International Airport 650-742-8020 We are located in Terminal 3. One Powell St. • 415-622-4481 This location is at the cable car turnaround. 445 Powell St. • 415-622-2378 This location is across from Union Square. COOL EFFECT, INC. 919 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ste. 201, Kentfield • 415-454-2665 cooleffect.org • info@cooleffect.org Cool Effect enables us to take tangible action to reduce climate change. We collaborate with individuals and event organizers to offset the impact of their events. WELLS FARGO & CO. wellsfargo.com We offer comprehensive banking services for Wells Fargo clients. Services include foreign currency exchange, foreign drafts, travelers checks, wires, loans and customer service. One California St. • 415-396-2779 Crocker Office, One Montgomery St. 415-396-7152 Broadway-Grant Office, 1160 Grant Ave. 415-396-2744 420 Montgomery St. • 415-396-7392 1300 S.W. 5th Ave., Ste. 300, Third Fl. MAC# P6101-030, Portland, OR 503-886-1280 • 800-678-4653 foreignexchangeservices.com condollu@wellsfargo.com FLORISTS HOOGASIAN FLOWERS, INC. 615 Seventh St. • 415-229-2732 800-229-2732 • hoogasian.com harold@hoogasian.com Open every day of the year, this real local florist offers 24-hour telephone service and handles banquets, stage decor, balloons and more. MINDY ROSENBERG DESIGN 2121 Webster St. • 847-826-2184 mindyrosenberg.com info@mindyrosenberg.com Mindy Rosenberg Design is a floral and event design studio in the San Francisco Bay Area creating extraordinary floral décor for events large and small. GIFTS & PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS ARRVL 149 New Montgomery St., Fourth Fl. 650-445-2760 • arrvl.co • edward@arrvl.co Give your guests the ultimate arrival experience by working with ARRVL. We provide travel essentials (SIM, transit and cash) in a single package so your guests save time at SFO. CITY LIGHTS PROMOTIONS P.O. Box 3587, Walnut Creek 877-591-8797 • 877-591-8797 citylightspromotions.com citylightspromo@comcast.net We are experts in branded promotional items such as corporate branding, tradeshow traffic builders, product/exhibit launches, holiday gifts and employee recognition. MACY’S 170 O’Farrell St. 415-397-3333 • 877-797-7227 visitmacysusa.com/san-francisco stephen.braun@macys.com We offer gift cards for employee incentive and recognition awards. Corporate discounts are available. SAN FRANCISCO SOFT WEAR, INC. P.O. Box 129, Sausalito • 415-331-5704 sfsoftwear.com • info@sfsoftwear.com We offer stunning images of San Francisco and the nearby coast printed in high resolution on luxe athleisure shirts. Choose a unique, beautiful, versatile gift or souvenir that will turn heads. THE SAN FRANCISCO CHOCOLATE COMPANY 1519 Mission St. 415-677-9194 • 888-732-4626 thesanfranciscochocolatefactory.com sales@bridgebrands.com Gourmet chocolate at reasonable prices packed in decorative tins make for great souvenirs with private label capacity to reinforce the brand of a company or an event. HOUSING RESERVATION SERVICES BOOKING.COM (USA) INC. 101 Mission St., Ste. 800 415-633-4000 • booking.com Booking.com is planet Earth’s number one accommodation site. We make it easy for anyone, anywhere in the world, on any budget, to find an accommodat ion that’s just right for them. CMR - CONVENTION MANAGEMENT RESOURCES 101 Mission St., Ste. 200 415-905-0130 • 866-298-2877 cmrus.com • sales@cmrus.com CMR provides custom software and full-service solutions for convention housing and registration management, hotel contracting, group and exhibitor management and report/analytics. EXPEDIA, INC. 333 108th Ave., N.E., Bellevue, WA 425-679-3555 • 800-916-3290 expedia.com We are a travel services company making travel products and services available to leisure and corporate travelers through a diversified portfolio of brands. INTERPRETERS & TRANSLATING SERVICES CONTINENTAL INTERPRETING SERVICES 101 California St., Ste. 2450 415-655-4496 • 800-201-7121 cis-inc.com • sales@cis-inc.com CIS rents interpreter booths, FM/IR systems and listening devices. Skilled conference interpreters are available in all major languages. We have over 20 years of experience. DS-INTERPRETATION, INC. 52 S. Linden Ave., Ste. 2, South San Francisco • 650-212-0397 888-784-0397 • ds-interpretation.com nwb@ds-interpretation.com We specialize in simultaneous interpretation services, wireless headsets, attractive booths and A.I.I.C. interpreters. We offer the finest service worldwide since 1972. JLS LANGUAGE CORPORATION (INTERPRETING/TRANSLATION) 135 Willow Rd., Menlo Park 650-321-9832 • jls.com • kylie@jls.com We have been providing high-caliber conference interpreting services, equipment and support for over 30 years. Our interpreters are professionals with extensive industry-specific experience. LTC LANGUAGE SOLUTIONS 5750 Castle Creek Pkwy., Ste. 150, Indianapolis, IN • 317-578-1661 888-456-1626 • ltclanguagesolutions.com dprice@ltcls.com LTC has the capability and expertise to provide interpreting for any size multilingual meeting or convention. We serve each and every client’s unique needs. LABOR ORGANIZATIONS SIGN, DISPLAY LOCAL UNION #510 377 Swift Ave., Ste. B, South San Francisco • 650-763-5405 local510.org • jtoback@local510.org We set up and dismantle trade shows and conventions, build and install exhibits/ displays for many venues, and make signs/ graphics for all your needs. THEATRICAL STAGE EMPLOYEES LOCAL 16 240 Second St. 415-441-6400 • local16.org Local 16 is part of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of the U.S. and Canada. MAPS, GUIDEBOOKS & VISITOR WEBSITES BAY CITY GUIDE & CITY MAP 505 Beach St., Ste. 126 415-929-7722 • baycityguide.com office@baycityguide.com This is a free monthly visitors guide to San Francisco. Discounts for attractions, dining, shopping, maps and events are available, as well as a free detailed color map. Guides are available for groups and conventions. CALIFORNIA CHEESE TRAIL Marin Economic Forum, San Rafael 213-304-7371 • cheesetrail.org info@cheesetrail.org Check the California Cheese Trail map to design your own tour or to find a tast ing class or cheese event. CHAPERON INC. 165 Jefferson St., Ste. 2F 415-381-1350 • chaperon.com info@chaperon.com This free informational multilingual guide to San Francisco for international visitors is published in German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese and Korean. GUEST SERVICE SOLUTIONS 1331 Columbus Ave. • 415-762-2540 thedestinationcenter.com lisa.jackson@thedestinationcenter.com We provide businesses in the travel and leisure industry with a comprehensive solution for in-destination services for sightseeing, attractions, events and dining. MAP WEST PUBLICATIONS, INC. 165 Jefferson St., Ste. 2F 415-474-3126 • 800-474-3126 mapwest.com • jenny@mapwest.com Order free San Francisco and Fisherman’s Wharf folded or padded maps. Order the new Golden Gate Park Map. We also publish the Beach Blanket Babylon program. Order online. NEVADA COUNTY GOLD MAGAZINE/IMS 14520 Lynshar Rd., Grass Valley 530-272-3239 • 800-500-3239 nevadacountygold.com • ims@ncgold.com We have been Nevada County’s official visitor/relocation publication for 23 years. We host the official fundraiser for the joint chambers of commerces in Nevada County. SAN FRANCISCO TO DO 404 Bryant St. • 415-830-6077 sftodo.com • andyd@sftodo.com With brutally honest, independent reviews of San Francisco, from cable cars to the Golden Gate, we help plan amazing trips to San Francisco. SAN FRANCISCO TRAVEL ASSOCIATION VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER 749 Howard St., The Moscone Center 415-391-2000 • 877-665-9673 sftravel.com • vic1@sftravel.com The San Francisco Travel visitor information centers are the city’s official “front desks,” serving 400,000 visitors annually and curating the San Francisco experience. SANFRANCISCOTIM.COM 37 Alpha St. 415-756-2460 • sanfranciscotim.com sftim@sanfranciscotim.com Sanfranciscotim.com is a distributor of promo products and San Francisco gifts with SF Tim’s stunning photographs and stories. Create pairings of logos and photos to delight your clients. TRAVEL MEDIA GROUP 901 N. Lake Destiny Rd., Ste. 375, Maitland • 757-351-7415 travelmediagroup.com mari.vejraska@travelmediagroup.com Visit HotelCoupons.com, the nation’s leading resource for discounted room rates and hotel coupons. Use the free mobile apps, website and print guides throughout California. WHERE MAGAZINE + WHERE GUESTBOOK 555 Montgomery St., Ste. 600 415-901-6260 • wheretraveler.com nikki.wood@wheremagazine.com A worldwide leader in visitor information, Where® Travel Media publishes premier guides to San Francisco reaching more than one million visitors a year. WINE ROAD 1437 Grove St., P.O. Box 46, Healdsburg 707-433-4335 • 800-723-6336 wineroad.com • info@wineroad.com Listing 190 wineries and 56 lodgings, we are one hour north of San Francisco and open year-round. We offer an online event calendar, wine event tickets, free maps and more. MEDIA SAN FRANCISCO BUSINESS TIMES Embarcadero Center West, 275 Battery St., Ste. 940 • 415-989-2522 bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco sanfrancisco@bizjournals.com This is the weekly newspaper providing local business news in t he five-county Bay Area. Order a one year subscription for only $99. This is the publisher of the popular Book of Lists. SAN FRANCISCO MAGAZINE 55 Francisco St., Ste. 100 415-398-2800 modernluxury.com/san-francisco preulbach@modernluxury.com Read the leading city magazine for the Bay Area to find information on fine dining and arts, as well as an entertainment guide, award-winning articles and much more. SF/ARTS 401 Van Ness Ave., Ste. 321 510-428-1288 • sfarts.org sfam@sbcglobal.net If you represent a Bay Area arts organization and would like your event listed on SF/Arts. org, fill out the event form here: http://sfarts.org/addevent/addevent.html. SFTV, SAN FRANCISCO TELEVISION 8971 Cypress Ave., Cotati 707-793-8500 • sftv.com • info@sftv.com Advertisers/sponsors enjoy tremendous exposure to a vast visitor market via this contemporary and up-to-date video tour of San Francisco and Bay Area. VIA MAGAZINE - AAA NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, NEVADA, AND UTAH 1277 Treat Blvd., Ste. 1000, Walnut Creek • 925-274-8542 • 800-222-4357 viamagazine.com william.nocera@viamagazine.com VIA Magazine is the official AAA travel publication for 3,265,000 AAA member households in Northern California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Montana and Alaska. WHERE MAGAZINE + WHERE GUESTBOOK 555 Montgomery St., Ste. 600 415-901-6260 • wheretraveler.com nikki.wood@wheremagazine.com A worldwide leader in visitor information, Where® Travel Media publishes premier guides to San Francisco reaching more than one million visitors a year. MEDICAL, DENTAL & OPTICAL SERVICES KING-AMERICAN AMBULANCE COMPANY 2570 Bush St. 415-931-3000 • kingamerican.com john@kingamerican.com We offer emergency medical services, including ambulances, paramedics, EMTs and EMS stand-by for Moscone Center, AT&T Park and the Giants, and major San Francisco venues. TRAVELER MEDICAL GROUP, A MEDICAL CORPORATION 490 Post St., Ste. 225 • 415-981-1102 travelermedicalgroup.net tmgmd@yahoo.com One of the best medical services for travelers, available 24/7, we offer immediate office and hotel visits wit h physicians trained in internal medicine with hospital privileges in the city. MEETING & EVENT PLANNERS ANNA MARIE EVENTS 2932 Baker St. 415-685-4440 • 877-325-0920 annamarieevents.com events@annamarieevents.com Founded in 2012, Anna Marie Events leverages Anna Rembold’s 20+ years of experience as a corporate event planner, providing innovative design and event management solutions. ANOTHER PLANET EVENT GROUP 1815 Fourth St., Ste. C, Berkeley 510-548-3010 anotherplaneteventgroup.com Set the stage for something spectacular. We specialize in private concerts and extraordinary event planning. BOLD+NIMBLE 90 Gold St., Fl. B 415-497-8079 • boldandnimble.com katie@boldandnimble.com BOLD+NIMBLE is a San Francisco boutique experience and event agency created for organizations that want to have more creative, meaningful and authentic events. DPEM/EVENT MARKETING 1800 Filbert St. • 415-986-7449 dpem.com • dominic@dpem.com DPEM is a full-resource event agency renowned for their comprehensive approach to event marketing, design and production. ENVISION PRO AV P.O. Box 3175, Daly City 415-504-1341 • envisionproav.com info@envisionproav.com Envision Pro AV is a full-service event company dedicated to making your event the best it can be. Our staff knows how to get the results you desire both swiftly and smoothly. FUTURE FIRES 2324 Eunice St., Berkeley 510-473-5299 • futurefires.com clark@futurefires.com Future Fires is a showcase for brilliant new work by artists that use frontier technologies as their canvas, as well as a home for emerging musicians with a connection to the digital arts. GEORGE P. JOHNSON 999 Skyway Rd., Ste. 300, San Carlos 650-226-0600 • gpj.com tara.higgins@gpj.com With more than 94 years of experience, we are one of the leading providers of event management services and webbased registration tools that drive superior event results. HUNTER EVENTS 1686 Union St., Ste. 305 415-563-8704 • hunterevents.net robert@hunterevents.net Since 1992, this full-service event planning firm has been regarded for its production, design and meticulous attention to detail for corporate meetings, conferences and events. KEY EVENTS - A HOSTS GLOBAL ALLIANCE MEMBER 220 Montgomery St., Ste. 1300 415-695-8000 • keyevents.com stephenl@keyevents.com We have been developing creative events, interactive meetings and innovative destination services since 1990. We deliver consistent results for corporate, association and incentive groups. MICHAEL BAKER EVENTS 1788 Cheney Dr., San Jose 415-850-8220 • michaelbakerevents.com michael@michaelbakerevents.com SKYLIGHT STUDIOS 1161 Mission St. 415-940-1360 • skylightstudios.com info@skylightstudios.com Skylight develops off-market and historic properties for the world’s most innovative events and film. WHITE RAIN PRODUCTIONS 2545 16th St. • 415-551-5190 whiterainproductions.com trisha@whiterainproductions.com For 30 years, our team has specialized in providing event planning and consultation services for corporations, associations and charitable organizations with integrity, attention to detail, and strong client relations to create unique events that celebrate the human spirit. WISH INTERNATIONAL EVENT MANAGEMENT 1072 College Ave., Palo Alto 650-422-8030 wishinternationalevents.com operation@wisheventos.com.br We create events for groups fascinated by Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Experience meetings at and visits to universities, companies, research centers, start-ups and more. We plan absolutely everything. MEETING & EVENT REFERRAL SERVICES BREATHER 833 Market St., Ste. 304 • 202-999-2870 breather.com • marta@breather.com Breather creates beautiful, practical spaces where you can work, meet and focus. We are available on-demand and by the hour, day, week or even month! FIRST-HOLD.COM 303 Westminster Rd., West Palm Beach, FL • 800-820-1283 • first-hold.com molly@first-hold.com Book your event venue online, real-time, anytime. IMAGETHINK 1890 Bryant St., Ste. 310 347-735-9620 • imagethink.net ImageThink’s mission is to help speakers and teams communicate their ideas clearly with visuals, making their words powerful, shareable, and infinitely more memorable. PEERSPACE 743 Clementina St. • 415-403-2421 peerspace.com • help@peerspace.com Peerspace makes it easy to find and book thousands of unique meeting and event venues online. Visit peerspace.com to discover the Bay Area’s hidden gems. MOBILE APPLICATIONS TRAVEL TIME 101 California St., Ste. 2710 415-365-7145 • travel-time-app.com nazar@travel-time-app.com Travel Time is a free video-based app that allows businesses to provide guests with an experience of professional video overviews and captured images as well as language translation. PARKING FACILITIES & SERVICES SOIREE VALET PARKING SERVICE, INC. 1470 Howard St. 415-284-9700 • 800-660-1906 soireevalet.com • info@soireevalet.com We are a parking and transportation provider for all types of events and locations. Our services include special event valet parking, traffic control and destination management services. PHOTOGRAPHERS ALEX LEXSON PHOTOGRAPHY 1400 Mission St., Ste. 205 702-577-7393 • alexlexson.com contact@alexlexson.com Alex Lexson is a professional corporate events, conferences, conventions and headshot photographer servicing the San Francisco and Bay Area. BLAZE EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY 5185 Bennet Valley Rd., Santa Rosa 707-532-5293 blazeeventphotography.com info@blazeeventphotography.com Specializing in corporate events and functions, we have a proven team of photographers ready to cover anything from an awards dinner to multi-day events. EXPRESS EVENT IMAGING 2479 Rhine Way, Elverta 916-813-5559 • expresseventimaging.com info@expresseventimaging.com Looking for photography services for your next event? Look no further than Express Event Imaging. We are the leaders in event photography technology. IMAGES BY MISTI LAYNE 280 10th Ave. • 415-225-1128 mistilayne.com • misti@mistilayne.com Years of photography experience and knowing San Francisco helps in making my clients look good to those that matter. Specializing in corporate events of all types and portraits. KELLI PRICE PHOTOGRAPHY 12804 Rainbow Dr., Truckee 678-462-9556 • kellipricephotography.com kelli@kellipricephotography.com Don’t miss the moment. Capture the details and excitement of your event, meeting or corporate retreat. Memorable photography should be part of your next event! THE LAUGH BOX 1590 Oakland Rd., Ste. B106, San Jose 415-935-9807 • thelaughbox.com info@thelaughbox.com At The Laugh Box, we are passionate about making people laugh and smile, but it is also our mission to make your event as memorable as it can be. ORANGE PHOTOGRAPHY 2565 Third St., Ste. 215 415-255-7478 • 888-892-9574 orangephotography.com contact@orangephotography.com From the most intimate celebrations to product launches, from galas to corporate teambuilding retreats, we provide headshot, portrait and event photography like no one else. PAUL SAKUMA PHOTOGRAPHY 3486 Murdoch Court, Palo Alto 650-494-2565 • paulsakuma.com psakuma@gmail.com I have extensive photographic experience covering everything from major conferences to small workshops. See my website, www.paulsakuma.com, or my business Facebook page, Paul Sakuma Photography. THE PHOTO GROUP 130 Russ St. 800-752-6913 • 800-752-6913 thephotogroup.com nicole@thephotogroup.com This photographic service specializes in trade show, convention and special event photography. It offers a wide range of services including state-of-the-art digital photography and imaging. SCOTT CHERNIS PHOTOGRAPHY 2750 36th Ave. • 415-290-2363 scottchernis.com • info@scottchernis.com Personalized photographic coverage of corporate events, conventions, annual meetings, incentive travel and tradeshows are our specialty. Large and small events are welcome. Call for a custom quote. SELFIEXMEDIA 14252 Culver Dr., Ste. A290, Irvine 949-743-1455 • selfiexmedia.com We offer photo-ops for all types of events and conventions. Services include green screen photography, luxury photo booths, custom vignette photography, roaming photography and more! SNAPFIESTA PHOTO BOOTH & EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY 341 Gardenside Ave., South San Francisco • 855-762-7343 855-SNAPFIESTA (762-7343) snapfiesta.com • info@snapfiesta.com We provide high-quality studio photo booth setups, slowmotion, flipbooks, Instagram printers and event photography. Get instant prints, themed sets, props and social media uploads. STEVEN GREGORY PHOTOGRAPHY 758 10th Ave. • 415-935-4833 stevengregoryphotography.com hello@sgpsf.com Our specialty is capturing the most fun, energizing and engaging moments throughout your event for your social media and marketing efforts! STUART LOCKLEAR PHOTOGRAPHY 1260 Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. E 415-519-2754 stuartlocklearphotography.com stuphoto@sbcglobal.net Stuart Locklear Photography is a photo studio in the areas of event, marketing and fashion photography. PRINTERS ALPHAGRAPHICS SAN FRANCISCO 840 Sansome St. • 415-882-9390 us685.alphagr,aphics.com us685@alphagraphics.com We are the Moscone Center’s closest fullservice printing center to meet all printing needs for conventions and meetings, including signage, newsletters, flyers, etc. Rush service is available. AMP PRINTING & GRAPHICS 6955 Sierra Court, Dublin 925-556-9000 • ampprinting.com richardp@ampprinting.com We specialize in high-quality presswork, large and small format digital printing, electronic prepress, bindery, embossing, foil stamping, die cutting and fulfillment services. BACCHUS PRESS INC. 1287 66th St., Emeryville 510-420-5800 • bacchuspress.com massadi@bacchuspress.com We are a Bay Area green-certified company offering high-quality eco-friendly banners, indoor and outdoor signs, tradeshow displays, and posters as well as competitive prices and fast turnaround. JP GRAPHICS 3310 Woodward Ave., Santa Clara 408-372-5500 • jp-graphics.com delicia@jp-graphics.com We offer superior digital to offset printing, including bindery and finishing, and exceptional quality control to ensure you get nothing but the finest printed material for your convention. PRODUCTION COMPANIES CHAMPAGNE CREATIVE GROUP 6737 Spencer St., Las Vegas, NV 702-430-9122 champagnecreativegroup.com rolando@champagnecreativegroup.com The Champagne Creative Group is an entertainment design and production company. CURTIN CONVENTION & EXPOSITION SERVICES, INC. 2269 Chestnut St., Ste. 628 415-883-7818 • curtinconvention.com lynne@curtinconvention.com Providing flexible, personal service for tradeshows, conventions and special events, we are a full-service general service contractor serving events nationwide. DA VINCI FUSION INC. 650 W. Ranger, Ste. B, Alameda 415-864-1000 • davincifusion.com sales@davincifusion.com We are a full-service event production company specializing in custom-designed environments including lighting, A/V, printed and painted scenery, wood and metal. We have 26 years of experience with special events. ENVISION PRO AV P.O. Box 3175, Daly City 415-504-1341 • envisionproav.com info@envisionproav.com Envision Pro AV is a full-service event company dedicated to making your event the best it can be. Our staff knows how to get the results you desire both swiftly and smoothly. EVNTWRKS 1515 Oakland Blvd. Ste. 260, Walnut Creek • 510-984-1340 evntwrks.com • kmasler@evntwrks.com Your Event. Our Passion. We are a luxury, full-service event production company offering catering, rentals, lighting, audio-visual, décor, floral, and meeting and event planners. FREEMAN 245 S. Spruce Ave., Ste. 100, South San Francisco 650-878-6000 • freemanco.com An employee-owned company committed to providing total show service for all expositions, conventions, corporate meetings and special events. FUTURE FIRES 2324 Eunice St., Berkeley 510-473-5299 • futurefires.com clark@futurefires.com Future Fires is a showcase for brilliant new work by artists that use frontier technologies as their canvas, as well as a home for emerging musicians with a connection to the digital arts. GES/GLOBAL EXPERIENCE SPECIALIST 601-C DNA Way, South San Francisco 650-741-7500 • ges.com dmcmanus@ges.com This is a full-service contractor serving conventions, tradeshows and special events in Northern California and the United States. HARTMANN STUDIOS 70 W. Ohio Ave., Richmond 510-232-5030 • hartmannstudios.com sales@hartmannstudios.com We are one of the Bay Area’s premier full-service event design and production companies with an extensive inventory including props, plants, staging, drapery, florals and lighting. IMPACT AUDIO VISUAL 70 W. Ohio Ave., Ste. E, Richmond 510-232-5723 • 800-457-7501 impactsf.com/ • impactinfo@impactsf.com We provide lighting, state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment, and a wide variety of décor and draping options. PATTILLO & ASSOCIATES, INC. 11007 Moonshine Rd., Sebastopol 707-827-3235 • pattilloassociates.com john@pattilloassociates.com This award-winning organization with 25 years of experience provides event production and media design services for corporate and broadcast clients. ROSSI EXPOSITIONS, INC. 1040 22nd Ave., Oakland 510-436-7500 • rossiexpo.com info@rossiexpo.com From floor plans to floor coverage, Rossi Expositions goes beyond tables and drape! Let us help you produce successful shows and events year after year! TOM BERCU PRESENTS 8033 Sunset Blvd. Ste. 970, Los Angeles • 415-652-3652 tombercupresents.com me@tombercupresents.com TBP is an experiential event production company with offices in San Francisco and Los Angeles, CA and Miami, FL. Our mission is to design and produce live B2B and B2C marketing and hospitality events. UBM LLC 303 Second St., Ste. 900 South Tower 415-947-6110 • ubm.com donna.ortiz@ubm.com We are a leading information and marketing solutions company connecting buyers and sellers through a portfolio of trusted brands delivering results. REAL ESTATE MJM MANAGEMENT GROUP 414 Mason St., Ste. 501 415-477-2600 • mjmmg.com We are a private company specializing in the professional management and design of public spaces. Our projects include Yerba Buena Gardens, Union Square Park and the Union Square BID. WAX MUSEUM ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX 145 Jefferson St., Ste. 700 415-345-0619 • waxmuseum.com rodney@waxmuseum.com The Wax Museum Entertainment Complex (Fong Real Estate Company) is comprised of McDonald’s, SF Chocolate Store, Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and San Francisco Dungeon. RENTALS A2Z BUSINESS SYSTEMS 200 Valley Dr., Ste. 12, Brisbane 415-656-2400 • 800-777-8973 a2zbizsys.com • rachel@a2zbizsys.com We offer rental of high-speed network black-and-white and color copiers, printers and scanners, fax machines, shredders, printers, electronic whiteboards and more. ABBEY PARTY RENTS 411 Allan St., Daly City 415-715-6900 • 800-717-7278 abbeyrentssf.com • info@abbeyrentssf.com Our party and special events equipment includes a wide selection of chairs, tables, china, silverware, linen, tents, dance floors, platforms and garden furniture for any occasion. BBJ LINEN 411 15th Ave., Ste. 10 800-592-2414 • bbjlinen.com We are the fabric that lasting memories are made of. Rental of exquisite linen and exclusive chargers. BRIGHT EVENT RENTALS brightrentals.com This full-service event rental company offers a unique and extensive product collection from tents to tables, lighting to lounge furniture, and chairs to china. 139 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg 707-940-6060 sales-sonoma@brightrentals.com 22674 Broadway, Ste. A, Sonoma 707-940-6060 sales-sonoma@brightrentals.com 145 Park Ln., Brisbane • 415-570-0470 sales-sf@brightrentals.com CYCON OFFICE SYSTEMS, INC. 76 Apparel Way • 415-551-0290 cyconus.com • shirley@cyconus.com We offer computer rentals (PCs or Macs), printers, copiers, faxers, shredders, LCD projectors and monitors, plasmas, typewriters, audiovisual equipment and furniture. Set-up and networking are available. FLOWATER 240 Dollar Ave., South San Francisco 719-359-7951 • 719-359-7951 myflowater.com/events darcy@myflowater.com FloWater’s Refill Station delivers 7x purified, chilled, great tasting water that’s eliminating plastic waste from events, and enhancing the attendee experience. SHORT TERM COPIER RENTAL 315 Montgomery St. 408-449-1680 • 800-279-6146 copierrentalstore.com kmcdonald@stcopier.com We offer short-term office equipment rentals, including copiers, printers, scanners and MFD’s. Experience high quality, superior service throughout entire Bay Area with fast delivery, evening and weekend service. SUITE TREATMENTS 1100 57th Ave., Oakland 510-368-4909 • suitetreatments.com info@suitetreatments.com We are a full-service design and decor company based in the San Francisco Bay Area. SCHOOLS & UNIVERSITIES CIA AT COPIA 500 1st St., Napa 707-967-2500 • ciaatcopia.com The CIA at Copia is the ideal venue for any event involving food and wine, whether an intimate wedding, a cocktail reception, or an industry conference. THE CULINARY INSTITUTE OF AMERICA AT GREYSTONE 2555 Main St., St. Helena 707-967-1100 • ciachef.edu/cia-california a_girvin@culinary.edu Visit the CIA at Greystone and enjoy Gatehouse Restaurant, run by future culinary industry leaders, or take one of the many food and wine classes taught by expert chef instructors. GOLDEN GATE UNIVERSITY 536 Mission St. 415-442-7800 • 800-448-4968 ggu.edu • info@ggu.edu Golden Gate University prepares individuals to lead and serve by providing high-quality, practice-based educational programs in law, taxation, business and related professions. SILICON VALLEY INNOVATION CENTER 1850 Gateway Dr., Ste. 150, San Mateo 650-532-3480 • siliconvalley.center info@svicenter.com Take the future for a test-drive on the Silicon Valley Innovation Tour. Visit disruptive technologies companies and learn powerful lessons about emerging trends. SECURITY SERVICES K-DUBB SECURITY 1485 Bayshore Blvd., Ste. 429 510-706-1376 • k-dubbsecurity.com whitdubb@sbcglobal.net We are a full-service event staffing company providing security officers, cashiers, registration personnel, meeting room monitors, translators and VIP escorts. MALONEY SECURITY, INC. 1055 Laurel St., San Carlos 650-593-0163 • maloneysecurityinc.com events@maloneysecurityinc.com Recognized as one of the leading convention and tradeshow companies in the Bay Area, we service all security needs from badge checker to armed guards. SPEAKERS BRIAN BOITANO 650-948-2478 • brianboitano.com brian@brianboitano.com Brian Boitano is the 1988 Olympic Gold medalist and a Food Network star. Brian can be booked as a keynote speaker, a celebrity guest or event host. SPOUSE & GUEST PROGRAMS BLOOMINGDALE’S 845 Market St. 415-856-5475 • bloomingdales.com sarah.roach@bloomingdales.com Bloomingdale’s offers unique group events and special promotions perfect for your clients at our West Coast flagship store. NORDSTROM Westfield San Francisco Centre 865 Market St. 415-243-8500 • nordstrom.com maggie.m.saenz@nordtrom.com Downtown San Francisco Nordstrom offers meeting, conference and event space, along with a variety of spousal programs, including fashion presentations, special events and corporate incentives. SAN FRANCISCO PREMIUM OUTLETS 2774 Livermore Outlets Dr., Livermore 925-292-2868 • premiumoutlets.com/ outlet/sanfrancisco • mosgood@simon.com San Francisco Premium Outlets features over 180 outlet stores from the world’s finest designers and brands offering 25- 65% savings. TARGET OPEN HOUSE 115 Fourth St. 415-343-6284 • targetopenhouse.com openhouse@target.com With 3,500-square-foot private event space and a capacity of 130 guests, this venue is ideal for professional and networking events, particularly those with an emphasis on technology, IoT or retail. STAFFING SERVICES ACROBAT OUTSOURCING 665 Third St., Ste. 415 415-431-8826 • acrobatoutsourcing.com info@acrobatoutsourcing.com Acrobat Outsourcing offers food service and hospitality decision-makers a one-stop-shop solution for front- and back-of-house staffing, conventions and related services. ACTION FIGURES CONVENTION STAFFING 870 Market St., Ste. 917 415-421-6800 • afstaffing.com info@afstaffing.com We are providers of local staffing services with friendly, bi-lingual, experienced, computer-savvy registrars and room monitors to ensure the best possible experience for attendees. EASTRIDGE WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS / CONVENTION DIVISION 650 White Dr., Ste. 160, Las Vegas, NV 702-854-1779 • eastridge.com/convention conventionjobs@eastridge.com We provide proactive, energetic and customer service-centric staff as well as related solutions for the tradeshow industry. We are supporting clients throughout California and Nevada. INSTAWORK 340 Brannan St. 415-742-9710 • instawork.com hello@instawork.com Instawork helps local businesses quickly fill permanent and temporary openings with the most qualified professionals in their communities. MONROE PERSONNEL SERVICE LLC & TEMPTIME 220 Montgomery St., Ste. 1006 415-732-7520 • temptime.com staffing@temptime.com We make sure your attendees have an optimal experience by providing dependable, efficient and personable convention staff with our 27-year commitment to excellence and quality service. OCCASIONS STAFFING SOLUTIONS 11755 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1250, Los Angeles • 760-439-7500 occasionsstaffing.com info@occasionsstaffing.com Occasions Staffing Solutions is committed to providing the highest quality temporary staffing for administrative, food service, hospitality, conventions and trade show industries. PREMIER TALENT PARTNERS 235 Montgomery St., Ste. 630 415-362-2211 premiertalentpartners.com From greeters to managers, from one to 250 convention staff, same day or plan ahead, Premier will exceed your expectations while decreasing your cost and stress. ROBERT HALF OFFICE TEAM 50 California St., 10th Fl. 415-434-2429 • officeteam.com rich.noreen@officeteam.com Robert Half Convention Services offers experienced convention professionals and on-site management for large-scale projects. THE TEMPOSITIONS GROUP OF COMPANIES 140 Geary St., Fourth Fl. 415-392-5856 • tempositions.com ebeam@tempositions.com As the Bay Area’s leading convention/ hospitality staffing services and with over 51 years of experience, The TemPositions Group of Companies’ success is not temporary! STAGING, LIGHTING & SPECIAL EFFECTS EDLEN ELECTRICAL EXHIBITION SERVICES, INC. 129 Sylvester Rd., South San Francisco 650-225-0900 • edlen.com sanfrancisco@edlen.com We offer temporary lighting and power for trade shows and special events of any size. Free logistic and design consultation is available. EVNTWRKS 1515 Oakland Blvd., Ste. 260, Walnut Creek • 510-984-1340 • evntwrks.com kmasler@evntwrks.com Your Event. Our Passion. We are a luxury, full-service event production company offering catering, rentals, lighting, audiovisual, décor, floral, and meeting and event planners. HARTMANN STUDIOS 70 W. Ohio Ave., Richmond 510-232-5030 • • hartmannstudios.com sales@hartmannstudios.com We are one of the Bay Area’s premier full-service event design and production companies with an extensive inventory including props, plants, staging, drapery, florals and lighting. ROSSI EXPOSITIONS, INC. 1040 22nd Ave., Oakland 510-436-7500 • rossiexpo.com info@rossiexpo.com From floor plans to floor coverage, Rossi Expositions goes beyond tables and drape! Let us help you produce successful shows and events year after year! TEAM BUILDING & TRAINING ACTIVITIES BREAKTHROUGH SUSHI 100 Pine St., Ste. 1250 415-373-1023 • breakthroughsushi.com info@breakthorughsushi.com Experience the first and only sustainable team building sushi classes in the U.S. We are now offering sushi classes and live sushi bar in your office or home, or at one of our beautiful San Francisco venues. THE CIVIC KITCHEN 2961 Mission St. 415-429-2411 • civickitchensf.com info@civickitchensf.com The Civic Kitchen is a recreational cooking school offering hands-on classes and events for home cooks in a welcoming, purpose-built space. EXECUTIVE CHEF EVENTS 5836 San Pablo Ave., Emeryville 800-975-6844 • executivechefevents.com info@executivechefevents.com At Executive Chef Events, we work with you to create an unforgettable culinary experience for your team. KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER SAN FRANCISCO 3324 17th St. • 415-503-1187 meditationinsanfrancisco.org epc@meditateinsanfrancisco.org So much of the stress and tension we normally experience comes from our mind. By doing breathing meditation for 10 to 15 minutes each day, we will be able to reduce this stress. MASTERMIND TREASURE HUNTS 86 Linda Ave., Ste. 305, Oakland 888-918-4868 • 888-918-4868 mastermindhunts.com info@mastermindhunts.com Use our urban treasure hunts and information-based scavenger hunts for social events and teambuilding. Participants solve clues leading to landmarks, public art, and other locations. OAK AND REEDS 1803 Broadway, Ste. 201 617-697-5955 • oakandreeds.com dave@oakandreeds.com Oak and Reeds provides practical improv training for business. PUPPY LOVE 306 Tamarron Way, San Ramon 925-269-7297 • puppyloveparty.com hello@puppyloveparty.com Puppy Love is a collaborative service that offers well-being programs for corporations and events. Our corporate and networking events bring joy, collaboration and stress relief. ROCK AND ROLL TEAMBUILDING 333 Grant Ave., Ste. 504 rockandrollteambuilding.com hello@rockandrollteambuilding.com Through the universal language of music, Rock and Roll Team Building provides a creative and fun environment to engage, inspire, connect and develop people. TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES BEARCOM LP 150 N. Hill Dr., Ste. 19, Brisbane 415-656-2327 • bearcom.com tim.holt@bearcom.com We offer rental, sales and service of Motorola two-way and digital radios, Nextels, broadband cards, base stations and portable repeaters at among the lowest rates in the Bay Area. COMMUNICATION RENTAL SERVICE 978 Rincon Cir., San Jose 408-558-2700 • 800-774-6535 crsrents.com • ann@crsrents.com We provide rental, sales and service of high-quality Motorola digital and analog two-way radios with wide-area coverage of the Bay Area and beyond. We offer excellent service and competitive rates. THE HOTEL COMMUNICATION NETWORK INC. 180 N. Stetson Ave., Ste. 3500, Chicago, IL • 613-216-1495 866-797-9778 • hcn-inc.com kbidner@hcn-inc.com Hotel Communication Network Inc. is the leading provider of hotel communication technology and in-room hotel computer solutions. T-MOBILE One Stockton St. 415-646-4998 • t-mobile.com retailstore4129@t-mobile.com Are you ready to upgrade to the new iPhone? Maybe you are looking for a new Android from Samsung, Google or LG. You can find them all at this T-Mobile Store in San Francisco. TICKET AGENCIES ADVANCED RESERVATION SYSTEMS, INC. / ARES TRAVEL / ARES 2445 Truxtun Rd., Ste. 205, San Diego 619-501-7000 • 877-827-2737 arestravelinc.com • sfta@arestravelinc.com Our services enable consumers to book online hotel, air and car reservations, dynamic packages and print-at-home tickets for attractions, activities and tours located in the Bay Area. CITYPASS - SAN FRANCISCO CITYPASS 3330 Buchanan St., Ste. 4 888-330-5008 • 888-330-5008 citypass.com/san-francisco?mv_source= sanfranciscotravel&campaign=memberlisting# • info@citypass.com Provide your attendees with savings of 45% on admission to the top San Francisco attractions plus three days of unlimited cable car rides. GET YOUR GUIDE P.O. Box 33992, Las Vegas, NV 855-664-8235 • getyourguide.com We are the world’s largest online platform for booking tours, attractions and activities. Our diverse team creates the best experience possible for travelers so they can enjoy their trip. GO SAN FRANCISCO CARD 866-628-9028 • 866-628-9028 GoSanFranciscoCard.com info@smartdestinations.com Enjoy multiple attractions at one low price. Save up to 45% off 25+ top attractions and tours versus paying at the gate with the All-Inclusive Go San Francisco Card. IVENTURE CARD SAN FRANCISCO 50 Quint St. • 415-820-3955 iventurecardsanfrancisco.com jennifer@iventurecardsanfrancisco.com Explore the best of what San Francisco has to offer with an iVenture Card! Save up to 45% on top tours and attractions. For group sales, email info@iventurecardsanfrancisco.com. TIX BAY AREA 350 Powell St. • 415-430-1145 tixbayarea.org • j@theatrebayarea.org Union Square’s TIX Booth has tickets to almost every performance event in the Bay Area as well as the largest selection of discount tickets in town. Call 415-376-0332. VIATOR INC. 360 Third St., Ste. 400 • 628-400-8427 viator.com • rshen@viator.com Viator, the leading global online seller of travel experiences, provides access to more than 150 tours, attractions and activities in and around our home city of San Francisco. VISITOR & CONCIERGE SERVICES AIRPORT BUTLER 111 Westport Plaza Dr., Ste. 400, St. Louis, MO 314-739-1900 • 855-822-9868 airportbutler.com Airport Butler is a professional meet and greet service. Our concierge meet clients upon arrival at the airport and are by their side every step of the way. BOUNCE 3365 26th St. • 347-921-5190 usebounce.com Bounce offers storage locations around the city hosted by local businesses. Book online, show up at the location, check in your items and go enjoy the city. It’s that simple. DESTINATION: TIBURON 1505 Tiburon Blvd., Tiburon 415-435-7373 • destinationtiburon.org Just minutes across the bay from San Francisco, the town of Tiburon is a unique combination of historic charm, relaxed waterfront dining and spectacular views. FISHERMAN’S WHARF COMMUNITY BENEFIT DISTRICT 202 Jefferson St. • 415-673-3530 visitfishermanswharf.com tcampbell@visitfishermanswharf.com Plan your next event at one of the many distinct venues at Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco’s historic waterfront. Fisherman’s Wharf alone has 12 hotels offering over 2,500 rooms. FRESNO/CLOVIS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 1180 E. Shaw Ave., Ste. 201, Fresno 559-981-5500 • 800-788-0836 playfresno.org layla.forstedt@fresnocvb.org The Fresno/Clovis CVB Sales Team is here to make your event a success. Go to playfresno.org to plan your event in the perfect location in the heart of California! GUEST SERVICE SOLUTIONS 1331 Columbus Ave. • 415-762-2540 thedestinationcenter.com lisa.jackson@thedestinationcenter.com We provide businesses in the travel and leisure industry with a comprehensive solution for in-destination services for sightseeing, attractions, events and dining. MARIN CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU One Mitchell Blvd., Ste. B, San Rafael 415-925-2060 • 866-925-2060 visitmarin.org • info@visitmarin.org An event in Marin is an event remembered. There’s no such thing as a typical Marin event. Because there’s nothing “typical” in Marin. MONTEREY COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 787 Munras Ave., Ste. 110, Monterey 888-221-1010 • 888-221-1010 seemonterey.com • info@seemonterey.com Choose a destination that will increase attendance, inspire your participants, and make your work easier! Create the perfect Monterey program today. Contact sales@seemonterey.com. PLATINUM PORTER 315 E. 21st St., Ste. 5C, New York 212-256-1207 • platinumporter.com kenny@platinumporter.com Platinum Porter is a comprehensive, luxury concierge service specializing in international travel and elite accommodations. RICHMOND CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU 229 Tewksbury, Ste. B, Richmond 510-237-1403 • visitrichmondca.com beth@visitrichmondca.com The Craneway Pavilion is the Bay Area’s newest venue with 180-degree panoramic views. The Richmond Memorial Auditorium hosts a variety of events annually. SAN FRANCISCO EVENT CONCIERGE 537 Grafton Ave. • 415-378-7060 sfeventconcierge.com dan@sfeventconcierge.com As San Francisco’s top provider of onsite hospitality services, we offer concierge and dining information desks and welcome wagons. Build event return on investment and satisfaction. Partner sponsorships are available. SAN FRANCISCO TRAVEL ASSOCIATION VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER 749 Howard St., The Moscone Center 415-391-2000 • 877-665-9673 sftravel.com • vic1@sftravel.com The San Francisco Travel visitor information centers are the city’s official “front desks,” serving 400,000 visitors annually and curating the San Francisco experience. SAN MATEO COUNTY - SILICON VALLEY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 111 Anza Blvd., Ste. 410, Burlingame 650-348-7600 • 800-288-4748 visitsanmateocounty.com info@smccvb.com This affordable, convenient and easily accessible meeting destination offers bay views and coastal towns and is just minutes from San Francisco. It is home to 170 hotels and 16,000 guestrooms. SONOMA COUNTY TOURISM 400 Aviation Blvd., Ste. 500, Santa Rosa 707-522-5800 • 800-576-6662 sonomacounty.com info@sonomacounty.com Sonoma County, 45 minutes north of San Francisco, offers services for your wine country needs. Enjoy wine tasting, tours, transportation to the area, locally produced foods and more. SONOMA VALLEY VISITORS BUREAU 453 First St., E. Sonoma • 707-996-1090 866-996-1090 • sonomavalley.com info@sonomavalley.com This organization provides full-service visitor information on Sonoma Valley’s wineries, vineyards, historic sites, lodging, restaurants and attractions. A free visitors guide is available by request. TEAM SAN JOSE 408 Almaden Blvd., San Jose 408-792-4511 • 800-SAN-JOSE (726-5673) sanjose.org Team San Jose is a partnership unifying the SJCVB, hotels, arts, labor and venues to deliver exceptional hospitality in the heart of Silicon Valley. TUOLUMNE COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU/YOSEMITE GOLD COUNTRY 193 S. Washington St., Sonora 209-533-4420 • 800-446-1333 VisitTuolumne.com • lisa@gotuolumne.com Located two-and-a-half hours east of San Francisco in Gold Country, you will find historic towns, wine, four-season recreation and lodging. The closest route to Yosemite from the Bay Area is Highway 120. VISIT BERKELEY 2030 Addison St., Ste. 102, Berkeley 510-549-7040 • 800-847-4823 visitberkeley.com visitor@visitberkeley.com Berkeley is an inspiring destination for meetings, events and celebrations. A culinary and cultural hub, Berkeley offers a wide range of meeting and event venues. VISIT HALF MOON BAY 235 Main St., Half Moon Bay 650-726-8380 • visithalfmoonbay.org info@hmbchamber.com This organization assists leisure, group and conference travelers with visitor information, accommodations, activities and promotes Half Moon Bay through marketing, advertising and media relations. VISIT MENDOCINO COUNTY, INC. 345 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg 707-964-9010 • 866-466-3636 visitmendocino.com info@visitmendocino.com Experience Mendocino County’s coastal tours and quaint villages, towering redwood forests, unique and intimate wineries. Mendocino County. It’s what you’ve been missing. VISIT OAKLAND 481 Water St., Oakland • 510-839-9000 visitoakland.com • sales@visitoakland.com Visit Oakland has a variety of opportunities for partnerships with your business. Contact us today to find out how your business can be involved. VISIT SACRAMENTO 1608 I St., Sacramento • 916-808-7777 800-292-2334 • visitsacramento.com info@visitsacramento.com California’s capital city fuses landmarks, a hip and modern central city, farm-to-fork dining and natural beauty to create an exciting down-to-earth experience for any group. VISIT SANTA ROSA Nine Fourth St., Santa Rosa 707-577-8674 • 800-404-7673 visitsantarosa.com Just 55 miles north of San Francisco, in the urban heart of wine country, you’ll find Santa Rosa: a city with a cool vibe and vibrant culture waiting to be explored. VISIT STOCKTON 125 Bridge Place, Second Fl., Stockton 209-938-1555 • 877-778-6258 visitstockton.org • wes@visitstockton.org Let Visit Stockton introduce you to one of the most unique and diverse destinations in Northern California, rich with dining and activities and renowned for lively festivals and annual events. VISIT VACAVILLE 1663 E. Monte Vista Ave., Ste. S-102, Vacaville • 707-450-0500 visitvacaville.com melyssa@visitvacaville.com Smack dab in between San Francisco and Sacramento on Interstate 80, this city, rich in state history, agriculture, outdoor spaces and small-town charm, is not well publicized. WORLD ASSISTANCE SERVICES, INC. 222 Mason St. • 415-835-5967 wassfo@wasglobal.com Japanese concierge service desk for Japanese-speaking tourists (members only). YOSEMITE/MARIPOSA COUNTY TOURISM BUREAU P.O. Box 967, Mariposa • 209-742-4567 yosemite.com julieh@yosemiteexperience.com The Yosemite/Mariposa County Tourism Bureau is the agency responsible for positioning the Yosemite/Mariposa County as the destination of choice for leisure and group travel.
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