June 10, 2013 San fernando valley BuSIneSS Journal �

THE LIST Meeting FacilitiesRanked by square footage of largest room

NexT ISSue Non-Profit Organizations

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1Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum40 Presidential DriveSimi Valley, 93065reaganfoundation.org

Air Force OnePavilion80,000

11109,6931NA

2,0001,4001,100

business meetings, non-profit events Deanna BakerEvent Manager(805) 577-4118

2Warner Bros. Special Events4000 Warner Blvd., Building 225Burbank, 91522wbspecialevents.com

Stage 1632,130

20N / ANA

800800525

CW Network launch, EMA Awards and Gala, Gran Torino premiere Hillary HarrisDirector of Special Events(818) 954-2652

3Antelope Valley Fairgrounds2551 W. Ave. H, Suite 102Lancaster, 93536avfair.com

H. W. HunterPavilion30,000

558,000NA

2,4001,200300

weddings, corporate events, reunions Connie SimsEvent Coordinator(661) 948-6060

4Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City555 Universal Hollywood DriveUniversal City, 91608hiltonuniversal.com

Sierra Ballroom16,000

2060,000482

1,4001,1801,000

weddings, business meetings Cynthia OrdykeDirector of Sales(818) 506-2500

5Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel andConvention Center2500 Hollywood WayBurbank, 91505marriott.com/burap

AcademyBallroom15,015

2850,000488

2,2401,300800

weddings, business meetings Tim WildeyDirector of Sales & Marketing(818) 843-6000

6Four Seasons Hotel Westlake VillageTwo Dole DriveWestlake Village, 91362fourseasons.com/westlakevillage

Grand Ballroom11,600

2533,282270

1,000860500

conferences, executive retreats Stuart BurdetteDirector of Sales & Marketing(818) 575-3000

7Warner Center Marriott Woodland Hills21850 Oxnard St.Woodland Hills, 91367warnercentermarriott.com

Grand Ballroom11,000

2325,000474

1,565770730

weddings, business meetings Greg RobertsDirector of Sales & Marketing(818) 887-4800

8Sheraton Universal Hotel333 Universal Hollywood DriveUniversal City, 91608sheratonuniversal.com

Grand Ballroom10,300

2130,000451

1,3001,000700

weddings, events involving Universal Studios Hollywood Richard ReevesDirector of Sales & Marketing(818) 980-1212

9Courtyard by Marriott L.A./Sherman Oaks15433 Ventura Blvd.Sherman Oaks, 91403marriott.com/laxsf

Grand Ballroom10,000

810,000213

300300225

weddings, business meetings Valerie SchmidtSales Executive(818) 981-5400

10Pickwick Gardens Conference Center1001 W. Riverside DriveBurbank, 91506pickwickgardensconferencecenter.com

Royal Crest8,150

626,238NA

550550450

Garden Ceremony, wedding showers, business meetings Kristen SagonaSenior Special Event Planner(818) 845-5300

11Hilton L.A./Glendale100 W. Glenoaks Blvd.Glendale, 91202glendale.hilton.com

GlendaleBallroom8,000

1815,000351

850720520

holiday parties, weddings Jacque GunnDirector of Sales(818) 956-5466

12Hyatt Westlake Plaza Hotel880 S. Westlake Blvd.Westlake Village, 91361westlake.hyatt.com

Grand PlazaBallroom7,820

1418,000262

900450320

galas, themed parties David CoonanGeneral Manager(805) 557-1234

13California State University, Northridge18111 Nordhoff St.Northridge, 91330csun.edu

ValleyPerforming ArtsCenter7,481

2536,270NA

N / A250100

Monterey Jazz Festival, Russian National Ballet Theatre Kristie GodfreyAssistant Director of Operations(818) 677-1200

14Castaway Restaurant1250 E. Harvard RoadBurbank, 91501castawayrestaurant.com

StarlightBallroom7,200

516,000NA

1,000500400

luaus, themed parties, corporate events Jennifer BurchfieldHead of Catering(818) 848-6691

15Odyssey Restaurant & Event Center15600 Odyssey DriveGranada Hills, 91344theodysseyrestaurant.com

Apollo Ballroom7,000

816,080NA

600550600

private parties, weddings Richard FiegerManager(818) 366-6444

16Hyatt Regency Valencia/Santa ClaritaConference Center24500 Town Center DriveValencia, 91355valencia.hyatt.com

Grand Ballroom5,684

1212,0002244

611430300

conferences, weddings Jeannette VasquezDirector of Sales & Marketing(661) 799-1234

17Hilton Woodland Hills/Los Angeles6360 Canoga Ave.Woodland Hills, 91367woodlandhills.hilton.com

TrilliumBallroom5,580

1117,000328

800450325

weddings, corporate events Cristina KlaskyHead of Catering(818) 595-1000

18Sheraton Agoura Hills30100 Agoura RoadAgoura Hills, 91301sheratonagourahills.com

Grand Ballroom5,575

1117,000280

558432231

corporate meetings, weddings Greg MilliganDirector of Sales(818) 707-1220

19Airtel Plaza Hotel & Conference Center7277 Valjean Ave.Van Nuys, 91406airtelplaza.com

ConcordeBallroom5,400

1620,000267

430400300

Women in Business Event, Condor Squadron, Horseless CarriageConvention, West Coast Fabulous Faces, Gideons International

James DunnOwner(818) 997-7676

20Beverly Garland4222 Vineland Ave.North Hollywood, 91602beverlygarland.com

GarlandBallroom5,100

912,500255

650300250

proms, quinceaneras, bar/bat mitzvahs Scott MillsGeneral Manager(818) 980-8000

1 Rental space in sq. ft. for The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum includes outdoor space.2 Rental space in sq. ft. for the Hyatt Regency Valencia includes outdoor space.N / A: Not Available. NA: Not Applicable. Data for this list was provided by the venues through survey, phone oremail. Additional information was culled from the internet. Rankings were determined by: 1) total square footage ofthe largest meeting room 2) number of meeting rooms. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and

thoroughness of the list, omissions and typographical errors sometimes occur. Please send corrections or additionson company letterhead to the Research Department, San Fernando Valley Business Journal, 21600 Oxnard St., Suite250, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. The Research Department can also be reached directly at research@sfvbj.com or(818) 316-3130. © 2013 San Fernando Valley Business Journal. This list may not be reprinted in whole or in partwithout prior written permission of the editor.

Researched by Rosie Downey

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Rank Venue¥ name

¥ address

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Largest Room¥ name

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Total Space¥ meeting rooms

¥ square-footage

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Total Capacity¥ reception

¥ banquet

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Events (partial list) Top Executive¥ name

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21Embassy Suites - Los Angeles/Glendale800 N. Central Ave.Glendale, 91203losangelesglendale.embassysuites.com

DiamondBallroom5,000

68,000272

500280255

weddings, business meetings Stephanie MervineDirector of Sales & Catering(818) 550-0828

22Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center27040 Malibu Hills RoadCalabasas, 91301www.ahccc.org/

Banquet Hall5,000

46,500NA

45030050

banquets, athletic events, bar/bat mitzvahs Jenna FergusonFacility Coordinator(818) 880-2993

23University of Antelope Valley- Event Center44073 Sierra HighwayLancaster, 93534uavpec.com

Grand Ballroom5,000

35,000NA

500350250

graduations, expos Pam MazorBanquet Manager(661) 726-1911

24Embassy Suites - Valencia28508 Westinghouse PlaceValencia, 91355valencia.embassysuites.com

ValenciaBallroom4,500

54,956156

200256146

weddings, business meetings Jennifer HinesDirector of Sales(661) 257-3111

25Venetian Palace Banquet Hall6740 Corbin Ave.Reseda, 91335venetianpalace.com

Banquet Hall4,300

14,300NA

300300300

weddings, banquets Ray AndonianGeneral Manager(818) 343-1161

26Grand Vista Hotel999 Enchanted WaySimi Valley, 93065grandvistasimi.com

Valley Ballroom4,200

116,684198

N / A300280

fundraisers, retreats Diane ComfortCatering Manager(805) 583-2000

27Palm Garden Hotel495 N. Ventu Park RoadThousand Oaks, 91320palmgardenhotel.com

Palm CourtBallroom4,200

45,000150

400350100

weddings Brandi GardnerDirector of Sales(805) 716-4200

28Holiday Inn Burbank Media Center150 E. Angeleno Ave.Burbank, 91502hiburbankmedia.com

South PacificBallroom4,000

1612,518485

230230200

reunions, team building Chris HavenGeneral Manager(818) 841-4770

29Angeleno Banquet Hall7963 Van Nuys Blvd. #106Panorama City , 91402www.angelenobanquethall.com/

Banquet Hall4,000

14,000NA

208208208

baptisms, anniversaries, class reunions, sweet 16 parties Kevin PezManager(818) 909-9558

30Palmdale Hotel300 West Palmdale Blvd.Palmdale, 93551thepalmdalehotel.com

Grand Ballroom3,660

53,660134

300200100

Jazz, latin and comedy events, weddings Laurie CookDirector of Catering(661) 273-1200

N / A: Not Available. NA: Not Applicable. Data for this list was provided by the venues through survey, phone oremail. Additional information was culled from the internet. Rankings were determined by: 1) total square footage ofthe largest meeting room 2) number of meeting rooms. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy andthoroughness of the list, omissions and typographical errors sometimes occur. Please send corrections or additions

on company letterhead to the Research Department, San Fernando Valley Business Journal, 21600 Oxnard St., Suite250, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. The Research Department can also be reached directly at research@sfvbj.com or(818) 316-3130. © 2013 San Fernando Valley Business Journal. This list may not be reprinted in whole or in partwithout prior written permission of the editor.

Researched by Rosie Downey

HOST YOUR NEXT MEETING OR EVENT AND WALK AWAY WITH BIG REWARDS.Meeting Packages start at $45/person

Welcome to the Warner Center Marriott Woodland Hotel, set in the San Fernando Valley featuring a sophisticated design, stylish spaces, and the personal service to create the perfect corporate or social event. With 25,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and state-of-the-art amenities to keep everyone engaged and entertained, you’ll experience an event as stimulating and inspiring as those you’ve invited to it. Take advantage of our Marriott Meeting Planner Package, and make planning your next event a snap!

Meeting Planner Package at $45++ to include:• Meeting room rental • AM Refresh • Projector Support Package Screen• Continental Breakfast • PM Break Call 818.887.4800 or visit warnercentermarriott.com to learn more.

Subject to availability. Meetings must be booked & actualized by August 15, 2013. Must mention promo at time of booking. Minimum requirement of 25 attendees. Limited number of rooms are available for this promotion. Tax is additional. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions. Other restrictions may apply. Offer valid only for new bookings. Offer not valid for previously booked business.

WARNER CENTER MARRIOTT WOODLAND HILLS21850 Oxnard Street, Woodland Hills, CA 91367Phone 818.887.4800, warnercentermarriott.com

OHOSST YOOUR NEXT MEETI GNG OOR EVENT AND

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Rank Venue¥ name

¥ address

¥ website

Largest Room¥ name

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Total Space¥ meeting rooms

¥ square-footage

¥ hotel rooms

Total Capacity¥ reception

¥ banquet

¥ classroom

Events (partial list) Top Executive¥ name

¥ title

¥ phone

31Calabasas Country Club4515 Park EntradaCalabasas, 91302www.calabasasgolf.com

Ballroom3,660

46,170NA

250300150

golf tournaments, bar/bat mitzvahs Steven SosnowskiDirector of Catering(818) 222- 8111

32Ramada Burbank2900 N. San Fernando Blvd.Burbank, 91504ramadaburbank.com

Buena VistaRoom3,000

34,400150

225225175

weddings, conferences Patty PachonSpecial Events(818) 843-5955

33Westlake Village Inn31943 Agoura RoadWestlake Village, 91361westlakevillageinn.com

Provence Room2,860

714,000141

250250150

weddings, corporate events Chris CuiltyCOO/CEO(818) 889-0230

34Descanso Gardens1418 Descanso DriveLa Canada Flintridge, 91011descansogardens.org

Van de KampHall2,700

44,725NA

180200180

private memorial services, weddings Brooke StellaSpecial Events(818) 949-4201

35Woodbury University7500 Glenoaks Blvd.Burbank, 91504woodbury.edu

The NewWoodys2,652

1415,000NA

300300300

banquets Luis CalingoPresident(818) 767-0888

36New Horizons15725 Parthenia St.North Hills, 91343newhorizons-sfv.org

Banquet Hall2,400

64,600NA

300275120

receptions, business meetings, legislative breakfasts, quinceaneras Cynthia SewellCEO(818) 894-9301

37Hotel Amarano322 N. Pass Ave.Burbank, 91505hotelamarano.com

Garden Room2,300

33,000146

705060

family reunions, bar/bat mitzvahs Tom WhelanGeneral Manager(818) 260-4750

38Embassy Suites - Palmdale39375 Fifth St. WestPalmdale, 93551palmdale.embassysuites.com

Antelope ValleyBallroom2,000

55,000150

400500180

weddings, business meetings Merlin WanSales Executive(661) 266-3756

39Best Western Canoga Park Motor Inn20122 Vanowen St.Winnetka, 91306bestwesterncalifornia.com/canoga-park-hotels

WinnetkaConventionCenter1,950

22,70046

N / A150150

bowling tournaments, business meetings Gene GiegoldtSales Executive(818) 883-1200

40Residence Inn - Santa Clarita/Valencia25320 The Old RoadStevenson Ranch, 91381marriott.com/laxva

ConferenceCenter1,920

72,33090

10012090

weddings, business meetings Brad ClevelandGeneral Manager(661) 290-2800

41Holiday Inn - Palmdale38630 Fifth St. WestPalmdale, 93551hipalmdale.com

Ballroom1,700

52,000157

120150100

board meetings, reunions, receptions Kimberly ZilobafDirector of Sales(661) 947-8055

42Hilton Garden Inn Calabasas24150 Park SorrentoCalabasas, 91302calabasas.hgi.com

CalabasasBallroom1,525

41,825140

15010075

weddings, rehearsal dinners Marilyn TalaguitDirector of Sales(818) 591-2300

43Courtyard by Marriott - Burbank2100 Empire Ave.Burbank, 91504marriott.com/burcy

EmpireBallroom1,426

44,278190

808064

weddings, business meetings Linda YonanDirector of Sales(818) 843-5500

44Hilton Garden Inn Valencia Six Flags27710 The Old RoadValencia, 91355valencia.stayhgi.com

Sunset andPacific1,248

42,500159

1208064

weddings, business meetings Karen HarveyDirectors of Sales(661) 254-8800

45La Quinta Inn & Suites - Thousand Oaks1320 Newbury RoadThousand Oaks, 913202043.lq.com

OakTree Room/Newbury Room1,200

11,200122

407540

business meetings Andy TangGeneral Manager(805) 499-5910

46Courtyard by Marriott - Simi Valley191 E. Cochran St.Simi Valley, 93065marriott.com/oxrcy

Main Room1,167

21,60091

565634

weddings, business meetings Pat FinanGeneral Manager(805) 915-5000

47Residence Inn - Burbank Downtown321 S. First St.Burbank, 91502residenceinnburbank.com

Take 1 and Take21,014

31,352166

754054

weddings, business meetings Michael SwaneyGeneral Manager(818) 260-8787

48Courtyard by Marriott - Camarillo4994 Verdugo WayCamarillo, 93012marriott.com/OXRCH

Adolfo MeetingRoom851

21,494130

606060

weddings, business meetings Mellany ArbuesGeneral Manager(805) 388-1020

49Courtyard By Marriott - Thousand Oaks1710 Newbury RoadThousand Oaks, 91320thousandoakscourtyard.com

SherwoodRoom810

21,330120

505050

weddings, business meetings Tatiana BertiniDirector of Sales(805) 499-3900

50Oxford Inn & Suites Lancaster1651 W. Ave. KLancaster, 93534oxfordsuiteslancaster.com

Voyager740

21,165172

555530

holiday parties, reunions, weddings Mauricio FloresSales Executive(661) 949-3423

N / A: Not Available. NA: Not Applicable. Data for this list was provided by the venues through survey, phone oremail. Additional information was culled from the internet. Rankings were determined by: 1) total square footage ofthe largest meeting room 2) number of meeting rooms. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy andthoroughness of the list, omissions and typographical errors sometimes occur. Please send corrections or additions

on company letterhead to the Research Department, San Fernando Valley Business Journal, 21600 Oxnard St., Suite250, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. The Research Department can also be reached directly at research@sfvbj.com or(818) 316-3130. © 2013 San Fernando Valley Business Journal. This list may not be reprinted in whole or in partwithout prior written permission of the editor.

Researched by Rosie Downey