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2026 Teddy Ball Host

As long time San Diego resident, Nino Venturella has built a large network of business relationships over 15+ years in the wealth management and mortgage industry. Prior to jumping into a career in finance, Nino was an art major who realized being a starving artist wasn't for him. He was able to tap into his creative side as he planned client events and training seminars which separated him from colleagues.

Having a passion for organizing niche philanthropic events, this led him to create the non-profit Cruise 4 Kids (C4K) which has been organizing fundraisers since 2011. C4K’s mission is to raise money through their charity events to support and fund other kids and youth organizations on a local, state, federal, and global level. C4K is truly a non-profit meaning that the officers do not take a salary and dedicate their time and resources for free. C4K produces The Teddy Ball, The Bunny Ball, and Cruise 4 Kids Rally & Car Show.

"We don't put on just any event, it's an experience. We want to help promote and bring awareness to other non-profits in the community that may not have the resources or ability to organize niche events."

Nino is also the Director of Business Development at Cinematic, specializing in high-impact, large-scale event production and brand-driven experiences.

I work with brands, agencies, and executive teams to transform ideas into fully realized, immersive environments—where storytelling, technology, and flawless execution converge to create measurable impact. From concept through production, we integrate brands into every touchpoint of the experience, delivering moments that don’t just engage audiences—they stay with them.

At Cinematic, we bring together world-class production design, experiential marketing, and a talent network backed by 35+ years of industry expertise. From A-list artists and celebrity appearances to cutting-edge interactive activations, we create experiences that elevate brands, attract global attention, and drive lasting impressions.

I partner with forward-thinking organizations looking to:
• Elevate brand presence through premium live experiences
• Engage audiences through immersive, shareable activations
• Execute complex productions with precision and creativity

Nino is married to his wife Bianca Venturella, and has two amazing children, Sofia (11) and Lorenzo (9).