By Linita Masters
It’s that time of year again for the pre-Emmy’s gifting suites to get underway. With a multitude of Emmy’s pre-parties and after-parties, the rooftop at the L’Ermitage Hotel, in Beverly Hills, California was the place to be on September 16th and 17th, where GBK Productions and Pilot Pen hosted it’s luxury lifestyle gift lounge, were nominees and presenters were on hand to share in the excitement and enjoy some amazing swag.
The star-studded celebrity gifting lounge wouldn’t be complete without the support of brands:
Pilot Pen’s Collection -America’s favorite pens including G2, G2 Limited and Ageless – these pens are the longest-lasting, smooth writing, #1 selling gel ink pens and are the ultimate gift for the ultimate overachiever! Pilot Pens encouraged guests to fill out cards with their mantra’s and favorite overachieving charity and post the pictures of the card to social media #PilotPurpose. For the post with most likes, shares and retweets. Pilot Pens will then donate $5,000 to the charity in the winners name. www.G2Overachievers.com
Il Palato Italiano (Presenting Sponsor)- is an international club committed to raising awareness of Italian culinary arts through cultural activities and selected products. Using a unique refrigeration and shipping system you can enjoy a taste of authentic Italy in your own home. http://www.ilpalatoitaliano.it/en-gb/
Credit: The Hollywood 360
The Artisan Group was another show stopper of the event. This marketing organization successfully introduced Hollywood to the best goods and accessories: A collection of handcrafted jewelry and accessories, spa and bath products, candles, cosmetics, clutches, pet accessories, stationery, and other handmade gifts.
American Friends of Magen David Adom-AFMDA is the American fundraising arm of Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel’s national emergency medical response agency and Red Cross affiliate. MDA, Israel’s largest volunteer NGO, is a global pioneer in mass-casualty response, sharing its knowledge in the U.S. and around the world. www.afmda.org
Burke Williams beyond the Spa- gifting products from the spa’s exclusive skin care line H2V, Shankara essential oils used in the new Ayurvedic body treatments, and spa passes to come visit the brand new Hollywood spa that opened September 12, 2016. www.BurkeWilliamsSpa.com
Bread Basket Cake Co.- Providing gift certificates for an 8 inch star quality costume cake. They were also responsible for the spectacular GBK, Pilot Pen , Emmy’s Cake that was center-stage at the event. www.breadbasketcake.com
7 Charming Sisters- sells quality, trendy fashion jewelry for all personalities and styles.
Beauty Kitchen by Heather Marianna- Providing all natural and organic skin polish and hand sliced soap bar products. Heathermarianna.TV
Allocacoc- All our products are radically Different = Innovative. The AudioCube is the best portable Blue-tooth speaker for your home & the “PowerCube” products provide space saving solution for power supply in both home & office. www.allocacoc.com
Busté – Busté is a patent-pending bra that gives you amazing lift with no underwire while using organic, non-toxic material. www.getbuste.com
Hastens Los Angeles-Let Hastens Los Angeles spoil you with a pair of Down Boots and a three night stay in our all natural beds at the Nordic Light Hotel in Stockholm Sweden. www.HastensLA.com
Wrapped in a Cloud – A boutique company that specializes in fully customizable plush robes and blankets for adults and children. www.wrappedinacloud.com
Voo Vodka – A premiere spirit distilled in Michigan. http://drinkvoo.com
Williams Selyem– Award winning, Cult-Status Pinot Noir Producer since 1981, gifting their 2013 Williams Selyem Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. www.williamsselyem.com
Viva Youth-Providing $1,000 gift certificates towards any plastic surgery procedure, in addition to Viva Youth’s Helichrysum Italicum Essential Oil. www.Vivayouth.com
Swimline and Solstice Watersports- An industry leader, and innovator, of both unique and functional inflatable lounges and novelty floats. www.swimline.com
AdamsLiveMusic- Adam Gomez is an experienced singer-songwriter that performs live entertainment for special events and spins tasteful, popular and chill music. soundcloud.com/adamslivemusic
Gift Wrap My Face- Gift Wrap My Face is a Miami-based startup that is redefining the act of giving by letting you create custom wrapping paper featuring your face (or that of a pet or loved one!). www.GiftWrapMyFace.com
MAVEA– Offered in three stylish products (the MAVEA Water Filter Pitcher, MAVEA Water Filter Carafe and MAVEA Water Filter Bottle), the MicroDisc Filtration System from MAVEA features an interchangeable water filter smaller than a drink coaster that can provide 50 percent more filtered water than the leading brand. www.re-thinkyourwater.com
LA’s Dog Trainer – LA’s Dog Trainer,gifting free admission to the Precision Timing/Clicker Workshop, providing specialized dog training programs in order for you to communicate with your pet for a better life. www.lasdogtrainer.com
Ike’s Place – Award Winning Sandwiches for Meat Eaters, Vegetarians, Vegans, and Gluten Free Diets! www.ilikeikesplace.com
GuiltySoles- GuiltySoles provides high quality, fashion forward footwear at a guilt free retail. www.guiltysoles.com
Belmond La Samanna St. Martin– Beautifully located on St. Martin’s most exclusive white sand and turquoise Baie Longue Beach, lapped by the Caribbean Sea, Belmond La Samanna is the ultimate luxury resort. Join us for three nights in a stunning Ocean View Suite with daily breakfast for two. www.belmond/lasamanna
Heitz Wine Cellars- Heitz Wine Cellars Martha’s Vineyard was Napa Valley’s first vineyard-designated Cabernet Sauvignon. Today, we are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of this quintessential Cabernet; One Handshake, Three Generations, 50 Years Strong.www.heitzcellar.com
Maison Louis Latour- The United States’ importer of Masion Louis Latour Wine, pouring both red and white French Burgundy wine. www.louislatour.com
Bedford Dental Group- Dr. Naysan is a Beverly Hills dentist whose multi-specialty practice has lead to extensive benefits for the smiles of his patients, from A-list celebrities to locals. His brand new, state-of-the art facilities, combined with his extensive experience and knowledge of dentistry make the dreaded visit to the dentist slightly more pleasant. www.bhdentists.com
Canada Bliss Hat Company– Stylish Canadian luxury handmade hats made of the finest materials. www.canada-bliss.com
For the Love of Baths– Add a little sentiment to any room with our inspirational quote candles handcrafted with Love from pure soybean wax with botanical oils. Our environment is important to us, our wood wicks are FSC certified using safe & sustainable forestry practices. www.fortheloveofbaths.com
United 4:Good- Global network for social good. http://unite4good.com/
ZOAN ASH– Luxury gowns and red carpet looks from Bangladesh. www.zoanash.com
GBK Productions is iconic in its own right and never disappoints by organizing amazing celebrity gifting lounges for Hollywood A-List stars and events. They use Hollywood style, glamour and celebrity to take marketing to the next level.
(http://www.gbkproductions.com/)
Photo Credits: Mikhail Urubkov, Linita Masters, Maury Phillips