Twiistup is an exciting Los Angeles event that connects people from technology, media and entertainment.  Taking place July 30th and 31st at the Universal Hilton, Twiistup was recently acquired by a private investor and is now under the reigns of event promoter Francisco Dao.  Dao has transformed the event from a one night gala to a 2 day conference.  Twiistup has been known for creating a good party, complete with Kogi Korean barbeque tacos and enough alcohol to go around.

Previous events were frequented by press and area start-ups, techies and social media gurus.  This year, Francisco has introduced an all day session complete with talks by the likes of serial entrepreneur and co-founder of TechCrunch 50 Jason Calacanis, former TV host and online entrepreneur Brooke Burke, social media and PR expert Brian Solis and Grammy Award-winning musician and entrepreneur Chamillionare.  In all, 19 speakers from a variety of backgrounds have been confirmed to give talks on topics ranging from early stage investing to monetizing social media to startup ecosystems to opportunities and challenges of user generated content.  Additionally, 10 companies, known as “Showoffs”, were selected out of hundreds of entries to showcase their websites and provide pitches and Q&A during the event.

Twiistup cost $297 for an event pass including the daytime sessions and Thursday evening party.  A pass to get into the party only cost $79.  Tickets can be purchased at http://www.eventbee.com/view/twiistup6/events and you can RSVP and see who else is going at the Facebook event page.