Tommy Geraci: I’m here with Gavin Keilly from the GBK gifting lounge for the Oscars. I wanted to know from you, what was the motivation behind starting the first one that you ever did?

Gavin Keilly : The first one actually we were producing charity events and we did a big event with the Osborne family for colon cancer and Bomb RCA gave us watches to give out to the celebrities and Ozzy Osborne put a watch in his mouth. And then we got that photo placed in US  Weekly, In touch, People Magazine, and a little light bulb went off. I said, I could be helping brands grow and really take their business to the next level. And so that’s how we created all these gift lounges and really giving the brands the opportunity to be here, get photos with celebrities and meet great press like you.

Tommy Geraci: I’m here with POP Style TV, so I am on the entertainment end of it. So it’s kind of a way that you honor the actors that were nominated or performers that were nominated, it’s a way of giving them their kudos.

Gavin Keilly: Yeah. I mean, really at the end of the day, you know, they worked so hard, you know, some of these films take 2, 3, 4 years to make and people think, oh, it just happened overnight. You know? So it really is a matter of honoring them today with over a hundred thousand dollars in gifts, you know, but also, you know, helping the brands, if you think the process and there’s always a charity aspect. So, you know, we have Red Cross here today. Um, and then we also have Save the Children, you know, there’s great need right now in the Ukraine. So we’re really focusing on that right now.

Tommy Geraci: And how did it feel those few years that we had the pause where we weren’t able to do live events? Was that difficult for you to deal with? Or did you pivot a little bit?

Gavin Keilly: I went to The Bahamas for two years and took a break. No, no, no, no, no. Yeah. I mean, of course it was difficult. Yeah. It was difficult. You know, we opened up GBK Brand Bar, which is a store over at The Kimpton hotel. Uh, really giving not only the travelers the opportunity to see all these great products, but celebrities on a one-on-one basis to come to our store and get some great things, too.

Tommy Geraci: What’s your favorite part about these gifting suites for you personally?

Gavin Keilly: Seeing the smiles on everyones faces. You know, and, and frankly, a lot of the celebrities coming by. Seeing their friends, giving them a hug, you know, and saying, oh, it’s so good to see you. I haven’t seen you in the last year. You know? So that’s really great.

Tommy Geraci: It’s an amazing event, it is my first time being here, and I’m really impressed with it. And I give you much kudos as well for that. And I noticed that everybody coming in is smiling and happy and that’s because of you. So we have to give you your props, right?

Gavin Keilly: Well, they’re very excited to see eBay luxury as well. You know, I mean, when you’re, when you’re giving out luxury handbags and watches, not a bad thing.

Tommy Geraci: Thank you. I thank you so much for taking time with us. Thank you for having us here. Hope to see you again in the future.

Gavin Keilly: Thank you so much. 

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Oscar nominees and celebrity attendees were gifted items ranging from luxury handbags and watches to healthy protein bars while enjoying both the gorgeous Los Angeles weather as well as treats and beverages.

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Jason Ritter attends the eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on March 25, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for GBK Brand Bar)

eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar In the process, GBK has donated or raised over 10 million dollars in products and services since 2002. This year was no different, guests were invited to participate in a private retail activation and personalized closet clean out program to support the American Red Cross, benefiting the Ukraine.

GBK Brand Bar CEO Gavin Keilly was on-hand to greet celebrities, give them a tour, and take time to speak with attendees. He told us that they were thrilled to be back in-person to honor the amazing work of the Academy Award Nominees while hosting some awesome brands and services.

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 26: Gavin Keilly and Viola Davis attend the eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on March 26, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for GBK Brand Bar)

The current trends of health and wellness were definitely represented here from CBD to Vegan options. Even the coffee was smooth and low acid, which was refreshing and delicious. eBay was on hand with a watch cam (think a red carpet for your wrist to show off your watches and jewelry), as well as answer questions about the closet clean out to help benefit the Ukraine.

The mood at eBay & GBK Brand Bar was high energy and multiplied by each attendee. Everyone was most certainly enjoying various treats provided by the vendors, and Mother Nature, who provided the perfect temperatures and weather.

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 26: Adina Porter attends the eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on March 26, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for GBK Brand Bar)

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 26: Joachim Trier attends the eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on March 26, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for GBK Brand Bar)

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Anthony Anderson attends the eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on March 25, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for GBK Brand Bar)

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Natasha Bassett attends the eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on March 25, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for GBK Brand Bar)

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Eric Roberts attends the eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on March 25, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for GBK Brand Bar)

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Courtney Stodden attends the eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on March 25, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for GBK Brand Bar)

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Ana Barbara attends the eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on March 25, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for GBK Brand Bar)

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Kevin Dillon attends the eBay & GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on March 25, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for GBK Brand Bar)

Brands:

• Auction Cause
• Cabo Couture
• Cardinal du Four Armagnac, 21 Rebellion
• Cardinale Estate
• Casa de Campo Resort & Villas
• CORE Foods
• eBay
• GE Lighting, a Savant Company
• GoDonut
• Haus of Meta LA & Iconology.io
• Hertelendy Vineyards
• House of M Beauty
• iiRcade
• James Peter Henry x Clause Kameni
• Joel Douek Art
• Kamaria Jewelry 
• Kimpton La Peer Hotel
• Lifeboost Coffee
• Loves Gallery The Hamptons
• Moku Foods
• NEFT Vodka
• Pop Underwear
• PURPLE RAINA Self Care
• R-Yolo
• RACS
• Radikal Neon
• Raiwasa Private Resort
• RENPHO USA
• Ross & Snow
• Sailrock Resort
• Save the Children
• SOULTOX
• SriMu
• Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry 
• Super High 
• SuperCool Creamery 
• Tabs Chocolate
• The Power of B
• WALT Wines
• Withings
  

About GBK Brand Bar

The world’s premiere Celebrity Gifting lounge that is dedicated to providing high quality, tailor-made service to its individual clients. Known for integrating the Entertainment, Luxury Consumer Products and Non-Profit industries to create unique and memorable high-profile experiences that maximize its clients’ brand-building efforts. GBK Brand Bar’s CEO Gavin Keilly is a well-established name in Luxury Celebrity Lounges with over 20 years’ experience as an industry leader. His lounges are legendary in Hollywood (and beyond) for having not only the best gifts, but always attracts the hottest celebs who continue to come back year after year.

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