David Merrell, a native of Cleveland, moved to Los Angeles in 1983 and worked in sales and marketing in various industries before finding his niche in special events. Combining a creative eye with sales savvy, Merrell immediately excelled in the event industry. AOO Events fast became the special event company of choice for clients ranging from former President Ronald Reagan to Warner Brothers Studios. Since 1999, AOO Events has won eight Gala Awards, the event industry’s highest honor. Dave was nominated in 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 for a Spotlight award for the “Designer of the Year” from Event Solutions Magazine and won the award in 2007. Recently, BizBash Magazine recently awarded AOO “Best Event Concept” for 2009 and ISES International along with ISES LA added five more awards in 2010. Today, AOO Events produces events not only in Southern California, but worldwide.

Merrell will present, "The top 5 things to make your next event unforgettable" at 9 am at Pickwick & Frolic (sign in across the street at the House of Blues).

Show Hours
Visitors may register for the show throughout the day.

Join us and over 700 other attendees for the 4th annual Event Expo at the House of Blues. The elite players in Cleveland'd event industry assemble to share their knowledge, food, entertainment and ideas! Sign up here.