Committee chairs for The Special Event 2019 take the stage.

TSE 2019 Ambassadors Peggy Jewell of Innovative Entertainment, Jeff Anderson of Party Pals and Jennifer Miller of ACCESS Destination Services (from left) welcome attendees--and thank Anderson for donning a suit and shoes versus his customary shorts and flip-flops.

Val Vigoda shares her story on triumphing over adversity at the Opening General Session.

David Avrin gives advice on keeping your business relevant in a changing world.

Show director Tara Melingonis shares details for the show schedule.

Design Gallery finalist To Be Designed showcases the creative process, from inspiration board to white board--all at a gorgeous table.

Taylor Creative is a Design Gallery finalist for its lovely "Coastal Dining."

Architectural Holidays brings home the Design Gallery trophy for its whimsical "Night of the Round Tables."

A true "Top Gun" photo op at the Opening Night Party on the USS Midway Museum. And hey, isn't that .... ?

The stunning garden area at The Prado at Balboa Park, venue for the TSE "Event Experience" party.

The exhibit floor at The Special Event includes the booth for Special Events magazine.

A show guest reviews the Gala Award nominees, who will be honored Jan. 10.

Top event pro David Merrell of AOO Events takes the stage at the TSE Education Showcase on the exhibit floor.

"America's Got Talent" winner ventriloquist Terry Fator wows the crowd at the TSE Live Theater on the show floor.

TSE Ambassador Jeff Anderson of Party Pals interviews industry icon Michael Cerbelli at the TSE "Campfire Sessions" on the show floor.

Say "hi" to a roaming dragon from Barry Ball Artists on the show floor.