The Harvest Gifting suite was presented by The Marianna Group on September 16, 2024 at the Beverly Hills Marriott. An event producer and beauty entrepenuer, Heather Marianna welcomed a parade of celebrity guests, who walked the red carpet and enjoyed mingling with event sponsors and attendees, and getting a lot of goodies along the way. Celebrity attendees included Alice Amter (Big Bang Theory), actress Blanca Blanco, Carlo Mendez (Parks & Recreation), actress Christiana Leucas, Celeste Fianna (The Bay), Damien ‘Big Percy” Roderick, actress/model Eugenia Kuzmina, Gianni DeCenzo (Cobra Kai), Gina Kirschenheiter (RHOC), Gregg Daniel (HBO’s Insecure), John Salley (NBA), Kate Linder (Young and the Restless), Kym Whitley (Act Your Age), producer Larry Kasanoff (Mortal Kombat, Terminator 2), E! founder Larry Namer, Sofia Milos (Gravesend/CSI:Miami), Naomi Grossman (American Horror Story), Omar Gooding (Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper), Patricka Darbo, Paulina Aguirre (Latin Grammy winner) and many others.
Fashion was a common theme among the days sponsors, with designs by Dria Dair, Code by Gentry footwear for men, Mave & Chez luxe slippers, and the trendy Natsukashii ink clothing brand, as well as Season 2 Luxury Consignment. Beauty was in abundance too, as Heather Marianna’s Beauty Kitchen and Beauty Brand Coaching were spotlighted as were skincare, haircare, cosmetics and wellnes brands Qcura hair extensions, Such A Pretty Face Beauty, Formula Flawless, Zocular eyecare, Pixi Beauty, Nad+ Pads, KED Cosmetics, Healing & Beauty (who also offered mini tarot readings). STELO by Dexcom, a unique pre-diabetes testing device was in attendance as well, and guests were invited to create their own signature scents with perfume oils by Scents By The Bay.
Food and beverage sponsors included Tamada Hospitality, Gelato by Patrizia, Or Noir Caviar; wines by One Hope, Wiens Cellars, Sommras, Mar de Frades; Cardinal du Four de Rebellion Armagnac; 1.0.1. Vodka, Empress 1908 Gin, Dulce Vida Tequila, Weber Ranch Vodka; and coffee and supplements by The Root Brands.
Empowered women were featured with books and projects by Amy Thurman (Finding My Hero Within), Deborah Drummond’s MISSION ACCEPTED: 262 Women – Creatives, Ultrapreneurs & Media, Damsel In Defense and The Global Resilience Project.
Travel was on the agenda as well, with a few weekend getaways offered, with Laguna Beach’s luxury hotel La Casa Del Camino offering two-night stays, and an exclusive trip to Sommras winery in Napa.
Before departing, guests received a robust gift bag featuring a plethora of brands, including Bling is the New Black, My Jewelry Repair, Carbonne Spicy Vodka Sauce, Skanties anti-shapewear, In Styler, Caulipower, Libra Lash & Lip Co., Dave’s Killer Bread bars, Octava Beauty, Organic Traditions, Pixi Beauty, Bare Essentials and Roots, HIBY Music, and Wisdom of the Womb Tea.
Nevada-based Kiss My Paws Animal Rescue was the event’s official charitable partner. Luxury transportation was provided by Galpin Beverly Hills and Galpin Lotus. Event publicity and promotion was handled by KulturaPR International.
As guests and attendees chatted and laughed, it was clear a fabulous time was had by all. Heather Marianna’s next event, themed ‘Enchant’ will be held on February 27, 2025, in celebration of the Oscars. To learn more about Heather and see updates on future events, visit @heathermarianna.
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