Mata takes helm at Classic Los Angeles-based event rental powerhouse Classic Party Rentals announced Friday that Pedro Mata has taken the post of president and chief executive officer. Mata, who has served as interim CEO since September, will run the company out of its Los Angeles headquarters. Click here for more …

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And for my next trick … : Have you always admired the folks who can whip the linen off the table without disturbing the setting? So do we. And for an epic example, click here.