Branden Powers

Branden Powers, a visionary businessman renowned for his innovative ventures, including iconic brands like Evel Pie and The Golden Tiki, has left an indelible mark in both the entertainment and business realms. With a multifaceted career spanning restaurants, nightclubs, casinos, and major event promotions, he has earned recognition in the "Who's Who in American Business" and lectured at prestigious institutions nationwide. Powers is recognized as a founding figure in the underground Rave Movement of the 1990s, as noted in Wikipedia, where he and his partner Nicholas Luckinbill were instrumental in shaping the scene. Their acclaimed festivals, such as OPIUM and NARNIA, drew crowds exceeding 60,000 attendees and garnered widespread acclaim, with NARNIA earning distinctions in MTV and LIFE Magazine as the "Woodstock of Generation X."

Notable & Recent Projects
As the driving force behind companies like Global Underground Network and World Evolution, Powers orchestrated countless events, ranging from intimate gatherings to massive productions, with venues including the San Diego Convention Center, Knott’s Berry Farm, and Snow Valley Ski Resorts. His influence extended beyond events, with notable features in prominent media outlets and consulting roles for industry giants like Sony and Camel cigarettes, targeting audiences across generations X, Y, and Z.

Branden’s multifaceted career has been the focus of two feature-length documentaries, produced by Cleopatra Productions and the UCLA Film School respectively. His creative endeavors have garnered attention in various coffee table books, art galleries, and museums worldwide. Recently, he was interviewed on CNN as a leading authority on Las Vegas, discussing the city’s future amidst economic challenges and offering insights into innovation strategies.

Beyond his professional achievements, Branden is a devoted father of two and boasts a diverse range of talents and interests. From his past as a semi-professional skateboarder to his roles as a painter, writer, and lead guitarist for the southern California Punk Rock Group, C.O.D, which notably opened for iconic bands like The Ramones and Black Flag. Additionally, Branden’s ownership of a legendary Smokey and the Bandit Trans Am adds a touch of excitement as he aims to perform a daring stunt—jumping over a row of school buses in the Evel Pie parking lot on New Year’s Eve.