Mindshare LA Masquerade

Wednesday, October 19th Program

Bring your masks or all out costume!

If you don't bring a mask, we will have some extra ones at the door.

6:30pm / Doors & Cocktail Hour

Mix and mingle with the most exciting minds of LA and enjoy music, hors d'oeurvres, games & prizes! Arriving early? Happy Hour is from 6:30-7:30 and Food Trucks will be serving up delicious treats (OUT BACK) from 6:30pm onward. (see below for details...)

8:30pm / Program Includes:

		HOST: Jayme Waxman / M.Ed Human Sexuality Education and Author Jamye has been dubbed "the nexxxt generation of sex educator" byWired.com. Waxman, who has a Masters in sex education from Widener University, is a well-known and sought after educator and lecturer in the field of human sexuality and relationships as well as a sex writer, author, blogger, video host, producer and director.
		Vision + How Cameras Will Shape the Future Ron Brinkmann / Technology Consultant Ron explores how rapid technological advances combined with the proliferation of cameras will change how we live over the next decade. Ron is the author of The Art and Science of Digital Compositing. He is a supervisor for the visual effects and animation world, and is one of the founding employees of Sony Pictures Imageworks.
		The Real Application of Permaculture Larry Santoyo / Founder, EarthFlow Design Works Larry dives into the design philosophy and application of Permaculture, which looks to Nature to recreate and mimic systems where each element contributes to the success of the whole. Larry Santoyo, founder of EarthFlow Design Works, brings 20 years teaching experience to the world-wide Permaculture Movement. EarthFlow specializes in Eco-Urban design and sustainable land use planning.
		How To Fly a Motorcycle Dezso Molnar / Co-founder, CTO, Molnari, Inc. Dezso tells the ongoing tale of the Molnari Gyrocycle, a combination motorcycle and helicopter currently under development by him and his team. The initial prototype, the Molnari GT, first flew in 2006. Dezso Molnar is the co-founder and CTO of Molnari, Inc., a vehicle design company specializing in street-legal aircraft. Dezso is a pilot, flew passenger jets in the US Air Force, has 4a Professional Aeronautics degree from Embry-Riddle University.
		Investigating the Paranormal Marcus Lindsey, Clare Benavides, and Jason Gates / Paranormal EXP Are they out there? Three level-headed skeptics tackle strange phenomenon head-on with science and technology. Paranormal EXP is a trio of paranormal investigators based out of Los Angeles, CA. Co-Founded by Marcus and Clare, Paranormal EXP strives to find evidence of the paranormal mostly in the Southern California region.
		Empowering Women Through Erotic Dance Claire Griffin Sterrett / Founder of The Pole Story, author and teacher Claire speaks to the physical, emotional and psychological benefits of pole dancing. She brings into light the healing aspects of this sensual, erotic based movement. Claire is the author of Pole Story. She has an MA in Somatic Psyhology and can be found teaching classes at Movement Studio LA.

9:30pm - Midnight / Interactions & After-Party

Stay for the interactive technology demo lounge, stocked bar, music and entertainment!

Explore the MUSIC, GAMES & ART on display!

MUSICAL GUESTS

Boom Boom Boom, the most energy pushed acoustically this side of the Mississippi. Lead man Joe Greene possesses a deep vocal that will woo the ladies at the same time demand you get up and dance. Dylan Cooper and his curvaceous stand up bass will hypnotize you with tones of eloquence and thump. Marlon Grace manages to make a box drum, yes a box, sound like a drum machine as well as a trap kit.

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Also, we'll once again welcome Super Tall Paul (of Helios Jive) will be bringing his headphone lounge! Local Hero Weekly says:"SuperTall Paul Newman is the man you call when you are looking for fun, silly, impressive, entertainment. "

Eban Schletter is a film/TV composer whose credits include SpongeBob SquarePants, Mr. Show with Bob and David, and the award winning indie remake of The Cabinet Of Dr. Caligari.  He is a producer of comedian Paul F. Tompkins' top rated podcast The Pod F. Tompkast.  In addition, Eban has developed an extensive discography of solo work including the critically acclaimed concept albums Eban Schletter's Witching Hour and Cosmic Christmas, both of which feature his skills as a Theremin player.  

GAME HOSTS 

Cadre will be showcasing interactive smartphone experience for Mindshare.

Don't miss a thing: Text your name to 30405 to get started.

Gickup is a group video chat-based gaming service where people can play games, meet friends, watch players and have fun. Gickup will be bringing a terminal and iPad portals to connect players both at Mindshare and on the Internet?

And as a special treat, Wise Guys will be in the house, conducting another social game!

TECH DEMOS FROM OUR FRIENDS AT

FOOD TRUCKS & SNACKS (from 6:30 - 8:30pm) 

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 DIRECTIONS & PARKING

The LA Theater Center: 514 South Spring Street, LA, CA, 90014
Street parking & lot parking available... (Also, yellow loading zones OK after 6pm...)

TELL YOUR FRIENDS

Mindshare LA is a unique monthly event which draws a brilliant crowd seeking connections, experiences and exposure to new ideas. Over the past three years a zealous following has developed around what can only be described as Enlightened Debauchery...

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

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AND TO OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS

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IN THE PRESS
Mindshare's ballooning popularity is emblematic of generation steeped in chaos and an unabashed need for personal fulfillment. If you ever come to LA, come to Mindshare.

--Fast Company

If you haven't been to a Mindshare LA event, you haven't seen Angelenos at their eclectic best.

--FlavorPill

A forward-thinking cultural salon.  New ideas flow as liberally as the alcohol.

--Brand X

This is what it would be like if the internet jumped out of the box and grabbed your arm for a trip into Alice's Wonderland of ideas and madmen.

--KCET Online (LA PBS affiliate)

A forum for human technology in its most literal form - shared knowledge.  Fueled by fancy pastries, an exceptionally well-stocked open bar and a room abuzz with stylish people.

--LA Weekly

LINKS

Tickets, Directions and Parking : http://mindshare.eventbrite.com
More info : http://www.mindshare.la

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