GBK Honors the 2012 Academy Awards Nominees and Presenters with Annual Gift Lounge in Hollywood

GBK honored the 2012 Academy Awards Nominees and Presenters with its Annual Gift Lounge, held Feb 24 – 25, 2012 at the W Hollywood. Glistening golden, Swarovski crystal studded walls set the stage for this glamorous event celebrating the biggest night in Hollywood. Guests arrived in style excited to check out the luxury brands and charities participating in the gift lounge.

Each of these guest received luxurious gifts and services in the GBK fashion. Attendees at the GBK gift lounge included Oscar Winners Nat Faxon and Jim Rash (“The Descendants”) Melissa McCarthy (Oscar Nominee “Bridesmaids”), Wendi McLendon-Covey (Oscar Presenter “Bridesmaids”), Max von Sydow (Oscar Nominee “Incredibly Loud and Extremely Close”), Ken Davitian (“The Artist”), Dermott Mulroney (“The Grey”), Marcia Gay Harden (“Damages”), Penny Marshal, and Penelope Ann Miller (“The Artist”). The full celebrity guest list is below.

Featured Charities at GBK Gift Lounge

GBK, known for their huge efforts to give back to charity, featured the following at the Oscar lounge:

The Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation – Their mission is to raise funds for research and awareness towards a cure for Juvenile diabetes. www.sugarrayleonardfoundation.com

The Worldteam Foundation – Rick and Sue Clark started the Worldteam Foundation in 2006 to combat human trafficking, starting with Thailand and the United States.

HollyRod Foundation – The HollyRod foundation is dedicated to providing compassionate cave to those living with autism and Parkinson’s disease. www.hollyrod.org One of GBK’s supporting initiatives included purchasing laptop computers, which were donated to the HollyRod Foundation, in the name of each nominee or presenter who attended the annual GBK celebrity lounge. Holly Robinson, Founder of HollyRod Foundation said of receiving the laptops, “At HollyRod we have known for years that technology has literally given non-verbal children with autism the ‘Gift of Voice’. Laptops, tablets along with revolutionary applications have made it possible for these children to communicate their feelings and needs like never before.”

Drawing for Hope – Using visual art to join sexual assault survivors from every state in the US and 150 other countries into a healing community which supports survivors to connect with their own strength, see their beauty and embrace their freedom. www.drawinghope.org

Gift Bag Health & Beauty Swag at GBK

One of the most sought after gifts at GBK’s Academy Awards Gift Lounge was a premium down pillow from the Gift Suite’s presenting sponsor My Pillow. Many of the stars were thrilled to receive their pillow including world champion boxer Sugar Ray Leonard who commented, “After all the fights I’ve had, I’m really looking forward to sleeping with My Pillow.” www.mypillow.com

Other healthy and beauty gifts included:

Ajinomoto North America, Inc. Capsiate Natura® is the first and only dietary supplement with rare, non-pungent capsinoids extracted from the natural CH-19 Sweet pepper, has been researched in nearly 50 extensive studies and substantiated to boost your metabolism* without any side effects, which can be helpful to your weight management in conjunction with diet and exercise. www.ajinomoto-usa.com

Glysom™ is a safe, effective, scientifically-proven and physician-distributed dietary supplement for deeper, sounder and more satisfying sleep without morning drowsiness* that leaves you fully refreshed for the day ahead.

Vani-T gorgeous collection of organic and natural based tanning products and mineral makeup: www.vani-t.com

AMBE – a revolutionary skin care system developed by nationally recognized & board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Milind Ambe. It showcased two of its most popular products: Vitamin Veil and All-In-One Night Cream. www.ambe.net

Gilly’s Organic – Gifting blissful, organic, spa products for your skin and hair. Sugar scrub, moisturizer and cleanser.

Glymed Plus® – The GlyMed Plus FOR MEN Essentials Travel Kit & DNA Reset Face & Neck Cream. www.glymedplus.com

KiwiFox – Jar of Aqua Surge Age Defying Moisturizer, Shimmering Vitamin O2 Body Spray

Mayawater – Pure thermal source water from the Norwegian mountains, with organic antioxidants, that protects and moisturizes your skin.  www.mayawater.no

MicaGem Fragrance – Two wonderful fragrances, Human Man & Human Women. For every fragrance sold we buy a mosquito net for a child in need.

RevitaLash ADVANCED – Newly formulated RevitaLash ADVANCED eyelash conditioner that lengthens and thickens eyelashes, as well as their new hair product called Hair by RevitaLash, which is conditioner that gives you thicker and fuller hair. www.revitalash.com

Sweet Roll – Sweet Roll, by Get-Set-Go, LLC, is the only hair styler that organically conditions hair while styling! www.buysweetroll.com

TEI Spa Essentials – Limited edition sonic spatula, facial mask and clutch, with 5% of proceeds to Downtown Women’s Center. www.teispa.com

Julep – Gorgeous toxin-free nail colors and cutting-edge mani and pedi products. www.julep.com

Jewelry Swag at GBK Academy Awards Gift Lounge

Lafonn – Platinum bonded sterling silver jewelry with simulated diamonds and gemstones for every woman who believes in living her dreams. www.lafonn.com

Paccioni – The Paccioni Centum is part of a new collection which has been brought to launch in the US at the Oscars 2012, the opportunity to custom design your own special edition’ quality Time piece.

Colantotte/Trion:Z – Colantotte/Trion:Z products contain axially magnetized magnets arranged in a unique Alternating North-South Polarity Orientation (ANSPO™) which increases the magnetic field flow. www.trionz.com

Chloe + Isabel – Chloe + Isabel designs its line of fashion jewelry to appeal to every woman — whether they seek the timeless elegance of a classic piece or the bold statement of the latest style. www.chloeandisabel.com

Chick Boss – Two Hand-made lei necklaces with mixed metal art pendants from the Mayalei collection, a hand-woven scarves plus a Chick Boss Tee-shirt. www.chickboss.com

Karen McClintock – Earrings from 2012 Spring Collection featuring sterling silver, Swarovski crystals and semi-precious stones. www.karenmcclintock.com

Made in Earth– Australia black tourmaline handcrafted sterling silver pendent. www.mieusa.co

Gifts to Make Life Better

The Artisan Group – A collection of artists’ designer works, including whimsical unique handmade jewelry, bath and body products, gift for the home, stationary and more. www.theartisangroup.org

I-Wipey – I-Wipey the original peel + stick antibacterial screen cleaner. www.i-wipey.com

Ozonator – Patented Ozonator™ The Green Refrigerator Machine is the 21st Century update to your refrigerator that extends the life of your fresh and organic fruits, vegetables, and perishable foods, saving you thousands on wasted food each year. www.ozonator.com

Max Mirani – MOVE Mobile Closet is a brilliant 2-in-1 cabin-size suitcase that eliminates the need to unpack and repack in each destination. www.maxmirani.com

Lumeria Maui – A Luxury Educational Retreat offering Classes & Programs in yoga, water activities, metaphysical studies, horticulture and Hawaiian history and culture. www.lumeriamaui.com

Staree by IZEA – The premier celebrity-only platform that allows its users to monetize their updates, photos, and videos while maintaining full control of their content. They gifted the 8GB iPod Touch preloaded with the Staree application. www.izea.com

Mama Earth Rocks Publishing – Pinky the Star- Motivation Illustrated Children’s Books. www.mamaearthrocks.com

FILTER 2 GO – Filter 2GO products allow you to filter water as you drink in a portable bottle with included filtration device. www.filter2go.com

Carter Kustera brought to you by AOL – Custom silhouette and text portraits.

SnapSac– SnapSac gave eco-friendly stylish totes that are reinventing reusable bags as more accessory than drab necessity. www.snapsac.co

Sweet Shoppe Candles – Gifting a 16oz Anise Biscotti Jar Candle, the aroma of sweet baked goodness! www.sweetshoppecandles.com

Milena’s Boutique – Milena`s Candles are made from exclusive organic and kosher soy wax, pure essential oils, soy oils organic wood wick and cotton wick.

Tkaro – Red Dot Award winning Tkaro, a transportable glass bottle with protective stainless steel cover: the glass you take with you.

GBK Gift Lounge Culinary Gifts

Green PolkaDot Box – A large collection of the Green PolkaDot Box’s favorite organic foods and products, and a membership to the nation’s first online buying collective that gives members up to 60% savings on natural, non-GMO, and organic foods and products. www.greenpolkadotbox.com

GOFoods – GOFoods is feeding and prospering the world by serving, saving and sharing relevant, easy-to-prepare, all natural, preservative, non-GMO meals and beverages for on-the-go-lifestyles that encourage people to eat nutritiously. www.gofoodsglobal.com

Apple Revolution – Designer Caramel Apples www.apple-revolution.com

Bread Basket Cake Company – Creamy rich dark chocolate red velvet truffles and a gift certificate for an 8 in custom cake. www.breadbasketcake.com

Gorreana Tea Estate – Organic European grown rare green & black tea collection from Europe’s only green tea Plantation. www.gorreanatea.com

Ticklebelly Desserts – Luxury cake pops with metallic jewel finishes tucked into exclusive one of a kind totes. www.ticklebellydesserts.com

Obsessive Confection Disorder – An assortment of the finest vegan confections presented in a natural cotton tote bag. www.obsessiveconfectiondisorder.com

WineChateau.com – Gifting a wide variety of wines as well as gift certificates.

California Caviar – A customized caviar collection. Their choice of four different caviars in a caviar cooler with blini and crème fraiche.

thinkThin – The nominees and presenters received a beautiful wellness package filled with thinkThin nutrition bars, swag and a special golden ticket for a year’s supply of thinkThin protein bars. www.thinkproducts.com

GBK Gift Suite Academy Award Attendees

Here are the celebrity attendees of the 2012 GBK Gift Suite:

Aisha Dee  “I Hate My Teenage Daughter”, Ali Fedotowsky  “The Bachelorette”, Allie Gonino  ” The Lying Game” (Laurel Mercer), Amara Miller  “The Descendents” (Film Nominated for Best Motion Picture of the Year), AnnaLynne McCord  “90210”, Ben Schwartz  “House of Lies” (Clyde), “Parks and Recreation”, Cheech Marin  CBS’ “Rob” (Fernando), Chelsea Rendon  “A Better Life” (Ruthie Valdez), Cloris Leachman  “Raising Hope”, Colin Egglesfield  “The Client List,” “Something Borrowed” (Dex), Cress Williams“Hart of Dixie” (Lavon Hayes), Dallas Roberts  “The Grey” (Hendrick), “The Good Wife” (Owen), Dermot Mulroney  “The Grey” (Talget), “Big Miracle”, Desmond Harrington  “Dexter” (Joey Quinn), “Gossip Girl” (Jack Bass), Eric Szmanda  “CSI” (Greg Sanders), Frankie Muniz  “Malcolm in the Middle”, Garrett Morris  “2 Broke Girls” (Earl), Gil Birmingham  “Twilight” movies (Billy Black), Glynn Turman  “House of Lies” (Jeremiah), Hector Elizondo  ABC’s “Last Man Standing” (Ed), Holly Robinson Peete  “Mike & Molly”, Iqbal Theba  “Glee”, J.K. Simmons  “The Closer” (Will Pope), Jennifer Aspen  “GCB”, Jim Rash  “The Descendants” (Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay) (Film Nominated for Best Motion Picture of the Year), Jon Bernthal  AMC’s “The Walking Dead” (Shane Walsh), Josh Sussman  “Glee”,

Joshua Bowman “Revenge” (Daniel Grayson), Kate Flannery  “The Office”, Katie Leclerc  “Switched at Birth” (Daphne Vasquez), Ken Davitian  “The Artist” (Film Nominated for Best Motion Picture of the Year), Kevin Nealon “Weeds” (Doug Wilson), Kristi Lauren  “I Hate My Teenage Daughter” (Sophie), Lauren Bowles  “True Blood”, Lauren Cohan  AMC’s “The Walking Dead” (Maggie Greene), Laurie Holden  AMC’s “The Walking Dead” (Andrea), Louis Gossett Jr.  “Why Did I Get Married Too?”, Marcia Gay Harden  “Damages” (Claire Maddox), Mary Birdsong  “The Descendants” (Film Nominated for Best Motion Picture of the Year), Max von Sydow  “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” (Best Actor in a Supporting Role) & Film Nominated for Best Picture, Melissa McCarthy  “Bridesmaids” (Best Actress in a Supporting Role), “Mike and Molly”, Naomi Scott  “Terra Nova” (Maddy Shannon), Nat Faxon  “The Descendants” (Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay) (Film Nominated for Best Motion Picture of the Year), Nick Krause  “The Descendants” (Film Nominated for Best Motion Picture of the Year), Niecy Nash  “Let’s Talk About Love,” (host), Omar Miller  “CSI: Miami” (Walter), Pat O’Brien  “Fox Sports Radio” (host), Paul Blackthorne  “The River”, Penelope Ann Miller  “The Artist” (Film Nominated for Best Motion Picture of the Year) (Doris), Penny Marshall  Actress/Director/Producer, Reshma Shetty  “Royal Pains” (Divya), Rex Linn  “CSI: Miami” (Det. Frank Tripp), Richard Middleton  “The Artist” (Producer) Film nominated for Best Picture, Rick Otto  “Red Tails”, Russell Hornsby  “Grimm” (Hank Griffin), Samantha Harris  “Entertainment Tonight” (correspondent), Sasha Pieterse  “Pretty Little Liars” (Alison), Siedah Garrett  “Rio” (Best Music Original Song), Sugar Ray Leanord  Legendary Boxing Champion, Teri Polo  ABC’s “Man Up”, Thomas Gibson  “Criminal Minds” (Aaron Hotchner), Tinsel Korey  “Twilight” movie series (Emily), Wendi McLendon-Covey “Bridesmaids”, Will Estes  CBS “Blue Bloods” (Jamie Reagan), and  Zach Woods  “The Office” (Gabe Lewis). 6 nominated shows, 5 nominees, 1 presenter

About GBK

GBK, formerly GBK Productions, is a luxury lifestyle gifting and special events company, specializing in entertainment marketing integration. Formed in 2000 by Gavin Keilly, the company’s Founder and CEO, GBK consists of five divisions: GBK Celebrity Gifting, GBK Special Events, GBK Weddings, GBK Charitable Consulting and GBK Marketing/Public Relations. www.gbkproductions.com.

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