California Science Center Event Wins BizBash Award!

The California Science Center’s Event Services Department was awarded “Best Nonprofit Event Concept” for their 9th Annual Discovery Ball at this year’s BizBash Events Style Awards, held Thursday June 5th.

The ceremony honored stand-out events in the Los Angeles area with recognitions that ranged from “Best New Venue” to “Best Overall Catering” in a total of 15 categories. The California Science Center submitted an entry for the first time and was awarded top honors in a category that included 160 entries across Los Angeles County.

The award-winning gala’s decor and entertainment were inspired by the exhibit Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination, which was showcased at the California Science Center at the time of the event. Guests walked a black carpet lined with Storm Troopers, and dined aboard the “Imperial Star Cruiser” as they were entertained by a light saber battle between Storm Troopers and Rebel Soldiers, and a special appearance from Darth Vader. Over 850 guests attended the event that broke all records when it raised $1.14 million.

The Event Services team comprised of Vice President of Event Services Chris Sion, Event Services Sales Manager Lori Matsunaga, and Special Events Manager Jennifer Lorio produce about 200 events each year, ranging from weddings to themed parties and film industry premieres.

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