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GBK Productions Honors the 2014 MTV Movie Awards’ VIPs with Annual Luxury Gift Lounge

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The annual GBK Luxury Gift Lounge took place the weekend of the 2014 MTV Movie Awards. It was held for two days leading up to the award show at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills. GBK offered a superb gifting lounge which also supported deserving charities, which some of the biggest stars in attendance were very happy to support.

A total of 70 top celebrities attended, including: Omar Epps (House/Resurrection), Paige Turco (The 100), Tiya Sircar (The Crazy Ones), Tara Holt (Californication), Percy Daggs (Veronica Mars Maovie), Rebecca Mader (Once Upon a Time), Shannon Beador (newest cast member Real Housewives of OC) Caitlin Carmichael (Chosen), Carlitos Olivero (X-Factor), Film actor Ernie Hudson, Donna D’Errico (Baywatch), Andy Richter (Late Night with Conan O’Brien), Cameron Monaghan (Shameless), Jeff Kober (The Walker Dead), Khandi Alexander (Scandal),  Sean Murray (NCIS), Haley Ramm (ABC Family’s “Cathching Life”), Maitland Ward (Girl Meets World/Melissa & Joey) and more…

Ernie Hudson

Ernie Hudson

The charities that were supported included American Red Cross, Autism Speaks, Lambda Legal, and the Los Angeles Youth Network.

Haley Ramm

Haley Ramm

Now For Autism Speaks provided information about their upcoming walk located at the Rose Bowl on April 26th. It is raising money for autism which now affects one in eighty-eight children.

Lambda Legal declared that actor Dan Bucatinsky of “Scandal” will be given the “Celebrity in the Spotlight Liberty Award” at the West Coast Liberty Awards held Friday, June 13th at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons.

The Los Angeles Youth Network was created to help the staggering number of homeless people in their youth by providing shelter as well as educational programs, food, and other life-changing programs.

Some of the fabulous vendors that participated included:

The Artisan Group® provided quality pieces of hand-crafted, artisan jewelry, gifting celebrities the newest and trendiest pieces, alongside stationery, fine art photography, spa and bath products  and more. The celebrities so love the items from artisans across the country, that their stylists have begun using pieces in their TV shows.

The Artisan Group's Founder/CEO Valerie Guerrero (rt)

The Artisan Group’s Founder/CEO Valerie Guerrero (rt)

Please visit The Artisan Group on Facebook to see great celebs with some of the great items: Facebook.com/theartisangroup and go to their website to find out how you can be involved. www.theartisangroup.org. Check out all the items that were gifted to the celebrities and the artists that created them here! Watch for our article featuring all the artists who contributed to the great gift bag the celebrities received.

Where’s The Fire Gourmet Pizza” is a food truck that makes delicious wood fired pizzas. Guests received 40% off of their catering services.

Very Pretty Skin was gifting products from their skincare line that provides the essentials for perfect skin. Their line is perfect for people seeking anti-aging, resurfacing, and rejuvenation for their skin.

Very Pretty Skin

MTheMovement had a beautiful display of their streetwear for both men and women. Their use of eco-friendly fabrics is wonderful and they gifted designer t-shirts ad a certificate that they could use to receive a custom piece.

Barry’s Gourmet Brownies offered rich brownies that came in flavors such as salted caramel. Guests received an entire box to enjoy assorted flavors of the chocolate.

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Barry’s Gourmet Brownies with Rebecca Madar

Millionaire Match gifted a VIP lifetime membership to their amazing dating service. They make sure to match celebrities with busy lifestyles with their perfect partner.

Deep Eddy Vodka served delicious cocktails using their premier ten times distilled vodka that comes in regular, ruby red, sweet tea, and cranberry flavors. Guests were gifted a sampler that allowed guests to try all of the flavors.

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Savee Laguna Beach gifted fabulous leggings from their line paired with a certificate to use at their store. Please visit Savee Laguna Beach for more information.

Onkyo gifted their wonderful noise free headphones that fit perfectly and are super stylish.

Stephen Gluck

Stephen Gluck

Fracassi Lashes gifted lashes and lash extensions to complete a glamorous look.

Carribean Living Magazine gifted a three-night stay at Bolongo Bay which is celebrating 40 years of offering one of the best ocean front resorts on St. Thomas.

Ripped Cream gifted delicious high protein, all-natural, gluten-free coffee creamer. With all of those great qualities is has a delicious taste. All natural,11 amino acids & vitamin D-3. They have incorporated health and nutrition into your daily coffee routine. www.rippedcoffeecreamer.com

Robin Dimiceli, Owner and founder of Ripped Cream  this pic is with Linden Ashby, Teen Wolf

Robin Dimiceli, Owner and founder of Ripped Cream this pic is with Linden Ashby, Teen Wolf

Mayan Palace Resort offered a 6 day and 5 night stay at Mayan Palace Resort from Millennium International Travel, who offers the service of finding open vacation spots and providing great deals to travelers.

Bread Basket Cake Company had a surprise in store as they gave away their delicious chocolates giving some that were even infused with tequila.

Cake by Bread Basket

Cake by Bread Basket

Thursday Friday provided great totes with awesome designs derived from artists. Guests were gifted a tote bag.

Fracassi Lashes gifted lashes and lash extensions to complete a glamorous look.

Blow Hookah provided their electronic hookah as well as other smoking accessories that are essentially alternatives to cigarettes. Blow hookah will be appearing at clubs in the near future with its capturing lasers and coloring shooting out from it.

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Stephen Gluck

Sabra Dipping Company offered coupons for their delicious hummus as well as an assortment of their dipping sauces for guests to enjoy.

 

Lollipop Bandz by Zorbitz gifted their multi-shape bracelets that are filled with happiness. They come wrapped up in a lollipop which then can be taken off and worn.

Qupid gifted their funky, stylish shoes and boots. They are made with a vegan leather which is a wonderful adaptation.

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Pono Woodworks creates stunning watches, iPhone cases, rings, and much more made out of amazing koa wood from Hawaii. Their rings are perfect choice for engagement rings. Celebrities were gifted the Surfrider watch from Pono who donates a portion of their profits to charity.

Jackson’s Honest Potato Chips gifted their amazing chips made with coconut oil including flavors of sea salt, sweet potato, and salt and vinegar.

Syk Fuk showed off their punk rock and roll clothing and they gifted their t-shirts and tank tops and even their unique jackets. Syk Fuk can create custom pieces to your liking that will fit your body.

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GBK, formerly GBK Productions, is a luxury lifestyle gifting and special events company, specializing in entertainment marketing integration.

The GBK MTV Movie Awards Gift Bag

The GBK MTV Movie Awards Gift Bag

Founded in 2000 by Gavin Keilly, the company’s CEO, GBK consists of 5 divisions: * GBK Celebrity Gifting * GBK Special Events * GBK Weddings * GBK Charitable Consulting and GBK Marketing/Public Relations.

Widely known in the entertainment industry for bringing that little extra something into the Gifting Lounge environment, GBK offers its clients a full range of marketing services. For more information on Gavin B. Keilly (CEO), Carla Domen (VP) or GBK, please visit GBKProductions.com

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