Amanda Ma is the Founder and CEO of Innovate Marketing Group, an award-winning event management agency based in Los Angeles for top brands such as TikTok, Google, and East West Bank (Live, hybrid, virtual). Under Amanda's leadership, the agency has quickly become one of the most sought-after events firms in the area, known for delivering results and building long-term relationships with clients. With two decades of experience in event management and marketing. Amanda is a true visionary and thought leader in the industry, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in events and marketing. She was named Eventx "Top 100 Most Influential People in the Event Industry Globally" and Bizbash Top 500 most influential event professionals in the US. She is recognized as a business and community leader. She is also the host of the EventUp Podcast and a #1 Amazon bestselling author. Amanda has been a long-time champion for various communities and continues to serve on several boards and advisory councils. IMG is Certified minority business and woman-owned. She is extremely well versed in overseeing a team in the strategy, planning, marketing and execution of a wide range of events. This is complemented by her tireless commitment to building solid, trustworthy relationships with clients, team, community and other industry specialists. She sits on numerous boards: WBEC West Forum Leader, Entrepreneur Organization, California Events Coalition, Emeritus Board of Asian Pacific Community Fund, and The Diversity Advisor. Formerly Chairwoman of Asian Business Association Los Angeles and Asian Pacific Community Fund. Specialties: Events & Activations, Event Management & Design, Strategic Partnerships, Multicultural. Community Outreach.Certifications: WBE, SBE, MBE Certified, and Virtual Event & Meeting Management.Community Leader: Passionate about women empowerment and entrepreneurship.Keynote speaker. EventUp podcast host.