Industry Innovators 2025: 8 Event Vendors & Suppliers Who Push Boundaries to Create Unforgettable Experiences
The event industry is witnessing a surge in innovation, driven by talented vendors and suppliers who strive to create unforgettable experiences. From fabricators to photographers to gifting experts, these professionals are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Taylor Smith, co-founder and owner of Pendulum Creative, an experiential production house specializing in design and fabrication, shares the excitement of bringing ideas to life. “It’s very powerful to see an idea on paper, design it, build it, and eventually see people interact with it—that’s something that I still get excited about with every project that comes through the door.”
This sentiment is echoed by other Industry Innovators on this list, who are dedicated to producing the best and most creative products or services for their clients. Their innovative approaches range from transporting custom mobile scenic units under police escort to styling major photo shoots on festival grounds.
Meet the Innovators
The list includes:
- Ian Sloane, Co-Owner and Technical Director, Haute Mobile Disco
- Jenna Ovadia, Managing Director of Experiential Gifting, CI-Group
- Lexus Gallegos Torres, Owner, Four Eyed Agency INC.
- Lucy Yates, Chief Experience Officer, Selfie Station
- Mahan London, Founder and CEO, Vogue Candles LLC
- Matt Hohmann, Senior Director of Production Services, Corporate & Events, Production Resource Group
- Raina Abraham, Founder and Creative Director, Brown Girl Made That
- Taylor Smith, Co-Founder and Owner, Pendulum Creative
About the List
The Industry Innovators features are compiled by our editorial team using various resources, focusing on industry professionals who use innovative thinking to push the boundaries of live experiences. Previous BizBash Innovators are not eligible for this list. Explore our full Industry Innovators Hall of Fame for more information.
