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Russell Harris Event Group, North Hollywood, California, United States

Company: Russell Harris Event Group
Company Description: Top event industry, producer and designer, Russell Harris brings his clients more than twenty years of expertise in exceptional event design and production. He has built a creative company, which helps clients achieve their objectives through the spectrum of live events. Practical experience and delivery of exceptional award-winning events has earned RHEG awards and recognition.
Nomination Category: Event Categories
Nomination Sub Category: Conferences & Meetings - Trade Show
2024 Stevie Winner Nomination Title: Advisor Circle FutureProof – The World’s Largest Wealth Festival
  1. Which will you submit for this nomination, a video of up to five (5) minutes in length or a written essay of up to 525 words? Choose one:
    Essay of up to 525 words
  2. If you are submitting a video of up to five (5) minutes in length, provide the URL of the nominated video here, OR attach it to your entry via the "Add Attachments, Videos, or Links to This Entry" link above, through which you may also upload a copy of your video:

    https://youtu.be/OvZMXh5pE4g

    https://youtu.be/SzmYBzQBwnQ

  3. If you are providing a written essay for this nomination, submit in this space an essay of up to 525 words describing the event: its genesis, goals, development, and results:

    Total 476 words used.

    FutureProof is an annual conference drawing over 3,500 attendees daily, including top wealth management CEOs, CTOs, COOs, and financial advisors worldwide. We ditched convention center exhibit halls for sandy beaches, offering a five-star experience blending education, networking, trade show, entertainment, and art in a memorable outdoor beach atmosphere.The intention was to turn tradition on its ear, and create a new style of conference that would catch the attention of the wealth industry, and provide an opportunity for industry professionals to gather in a setting that provided a “wealth” of opportunities to move their businesses forward. 

    The venue was all built from the ground up on a parking lot right across from the Hilton & Hyatt with the connecting bridge (Off PCH street Twin Dolphin & Beach Blvd.) and transformed into an incredible event experience. Seamless organization and logistics ensured smooth navigation and accessibility, while interactive experiences and demonstrations captivated visitors. 

    Set against a panoramic ocean backdrop in Huntington Beach, California, attendees found themselves amidst a multi-sensory extravaganza. From interactive activities to keynote presentations and nightly concerts, the festival offered a vibrant blend of learning and entertainment, enticing attendees with an unconventional yet compelling post-pandemic setting.  One of the biggest highlights of the FutureProof – The World’s Largest Wealth Festival, however, was the bustling trade show, where over 100 exhibitors showcased cutting-edge solutions, fostered engagement and networking with the convenience of not sacrificing one thing for the other as is most common when attending large conferences.

    The FutureProof Trade Show boasted an impressive array of leading brand exhibitors (at least ten of whom had us build a custom booth for them - another story for another day) showcasing cutting-edge products, services, and solutions, drawing attendees eager to explore the latest trends and advancements in the field. The tradeshow served as a catalyst for inspiration, growth, and success within the wealth management industry. 

    With meticulous planning, operational brilliance, and a commitment to exceeding expectations, FutureProof Festival proved to be a resounding success. From industry stalwarts to newcomers, attendees hailed FutureProof as a game-changer, with comments ranging from "best event ever" to "a sense of community like no other."

    Our client summed it up best. "Just a quick note to thank you and your team for being a part of the second annual FutureProof Festival and for helping to establish it as a must-attend event in the industry. Super grateful for your time and insights. We threw a lot at you, and you handled it with poise and a solution-oriented attitude. Can't wait to go bigger and better in 2024!  On behalf of the entire AC team, thank you!

    Innovation isn’t just about thinking outside the box; it is often about rewriting the rules altogether. With FutureProof, we created a convention and tradeshow concept that redefined the traditional and gave it a new and modern twist.

  4. Optionally, you may list creative and production credits for your event - a list of the people and organizations that contributed to its development:

    Russell Harris Event Group:  Creative Design, Direction and Event Production Group

    Event Carpet Pros: flooring

    Town & Country : Rentals/Tenting

    AFR: Rentals

    CGS: Graphics

    Bright Event Rentals: Rentals

    FWR: Rentals

    Food Smack Down: Food

    GCE Events:  Fabrication/Custom Builds

    Asmar Productions:  Fabrication/Custom Builds

    Airdd:  Light Spheres 

    Powertrip: Power

    United Rentals: Fencing, Restrooms

    Republic Services: Trash 

    Mike Brown Grandstand: Bleachers

    Flipside: Event Clean up 

    Form Décor Rentals

    IPME:  Container Builds

    GBS: Linen

    JW Cole: Shipping Services

    PIP: Graphics

    Quixote: Trailer Rentals 

    WS Display: Exhibitor Tenting 

    MPG:  AV/Sound/Lighting

Attachments/Videos/Links:
Advisor Circle FutureProof – The World’s Largest Wealth Festival
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