Category: 2023

Cynthia Busby

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Connecting People. Creating Opportunities. Elevating Events.

For decades, Cynthia Busby has been recognized as one of Southern California’s most respected event promoters and networking professionals. Through Busby Promotions, she has built a reputation for bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, entertainers, philanthropists, and community influencers through high-quality events that foster meaningful relationships and lasting partnerships.

As a valued partner of Luxury Gala, Cynthia Busby continues her mission of connecting exceptional people with exceptional opportunities. Her passion for creating memorable experiences and introducing businesses to new audiences has made her a trusted name in event promotion and relationship building.

About Busby Promotions

Busby Promotions specializes in promoting premier events, expanding brand visibility, and helping businesses, professionals, and organizations connect with influential audiences. Whether introducing a new business, supporting charitable causes, or promoting luxury lifestyle events, Cynthia’s extensive network and personalized approach have contributed to the success of countless projects throughout California.

Her commitment to professionalism, integrity, and community engagement has earned the respect of clients and event organizers alike.

A Proud Affiliate of Luxury Gala

Luxury Gala proudly collaborates with Cynthia Busby and Busby Promotions to help connect distinguished guests, sponsors, exhibitors, and community leaders with one of United State’s premier luxury red-carpet events.

Together, we continue to celebrate excellence in business, entertainment, fashion, innovation, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship while creating valuable opportunities for networking and collaboration.

Whether you are interested in attending Luxury Gala, becoming a sponsor, exhibiting your business, or expanding your professional network, Cynthia Busby can help you discover opportunities to become part of this extraordinary experience.

Contact Cynthia Busby

Busby Promotions

📧 Email: busbypromotions@aol.com

📸 Instagram: @busby_promotions

We invite you to connect with Cynthia Busby to learn more about partnership opportunities, event promotions, sponsorships, and how Busby Promotions can help elevate your brand through Luxury Gala and other premier events.

 

 

 

 

Martina Webster

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Championing Independent Film and Meaningful Storytelling

Martina Webster is a visionary producer, film festival owner, and industry advocate dedicated to expanding opportunities for filmmakers and strengthening Arizona’s growing film community. As CEO of DarMar Production LLC, she has become a driving force behind efforts to bring more film production, investment, and creative development to the region while championing projects that inspire, educate, and entertain.

Passionate about creating “Movies with Meaning,” Martina’s mission extends beyond filmmaking. She actively supports emerging and established filmmakers by fostering opportunities for collaboration, education, and industry growth. Her long-term vision includes helping create funding pathways for independent productions and positioning Arizona as a thriving destination for film and television projects.

Martina has served on the boards of multiple film festivals and is the owner and organizer of several respected events, including the Show Low Film Festival, White Mountains Film Fest, and Arizona White Mountains Film Festival. Through these festivals, she has provided a platform for countless filmmakers to showcase their work, connect with industry professionals, and reach new audiences.

Her production credits include the feature film Hashtag Blessed The Movie, Justin Hayward’s music video The Wind of Heaven, Turnover the Movie, and acclaimed short films including Evie’s Christmas Gift and Sis. Each project reflects her commitment to storytelling that resonates with audiences and delivers meaningful messages.

Martina continues to expand her creative portfolio with several exciting projects currently in development. Upcoming productions include Ziggy & Moon, The Christmas Witch, Coop, Sigbin, and Fly: The Rise of Jet Parker. These projects further demonstrate her dedication to bringing compelling stories and unforgettable characters to screens around the world.

Through her leadership, passion, and unwavering support of independent filmmaking, Martina Webster continues to leave a lasting impact on the entertainment industry while helping shape the future of film in Arizona and beyond.

Past Projects

 

  1. Hashtag Blessed The Movie

  2. Justin Hayward’s Music Video “The Wind of Heaven”

  3. Turnover The Movie

  4. Evie’s Christmas Gift (Short)

  5. Sis (Short)

Upcoming Projects

  1. Ziggy & Moon

  2. The Christmas Witch

  3. Coop

  4. Sigbin

  5. Fly: The Rise of Jet Parker

The Christmas Witch

UPCOMING FEATURE FILM

Now in Production

Festivals & Platforms She Leads

Show Low Film Festival

Celebrating Independent Filmmakers

White Mountains Film Fest

Connecting Creators & Audiences

Arizona White Mountains Film Festival

Showcasing Emerging Talent

DarMar Production LLC

Producing Films with Meaning

Support Independent Film · Invest in Stories That Matter

DarMarProduction.com · ShowLowFilmFestival.com

Dawna Lee Heising

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Dawna Lee Heising has acted in over 250 feature films, including Param Gill’s “Bad President”, starring Eddie Griffin, and
“Alien Storm”, starring Tom Arnold. She has won over 780 film festival awards, including over 460 Best Actress awards.
Dawna is trained in Tang Soo Do martial arts, ballet, and pole dancing.
Dawna was very honored to win the 2024 Living Legend Award at the Universe Multicultural Film Festival. Dawna is also
a former Miss Los Angeles Chinatown, Ms. US World, Ms. World, Ms. Universe, Miss San Francisco Universe, Miss
Orange County Universe, Miss California Hemisphere and Mrs. California United States, among many other titles. She
was the Queen of the 2021 Kaiju Film Festival, the 2019 Hollywood Silver Screen Film Festival Queen, and the 2018
WIND International Film Festival Queen. She won Media Star of the Year at the 2024 Golden Gate Martial Arts Hall of
Honors Awards.

Dawna earned a B.S. Degree in Business Management and MBA from Pepperdine University. Dawna is the VP of Aki
Aleong’s Mustard Seed Media Group. Her uncle is legendary director of photography Tak Fujimoto (“Silence of the
Lambs”, Sixth Sense”) and her cousins George Daugherty and David Wong won a Primetime Emmy Award for “Peter and
the Wolf on Broadway”.

Demo Reel:

IMDb Pro Link:
https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm3148014
https://IMDB.me/dawnaleeheising

Websites:
https://dawnaleeheising.me/

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https://crewresumes.com/crew/dawnaleeheising

Awards:
 “Living Legend Award” at the 2024 Universe Multicultural Film Festival;
 70 Best Actress Awards for Craig Railsback’s “Down and Out in Vampire Hills”;
 75 Best Actress Awards for Craig Railsback’s "Dark Classics: Monologue from Lady Macbeth”;
 85 Best Actress Awards for Sandy Slaven’s “The Rose Wagon”;
 120 Best Actress Awards for 2022 Demo Reel and 2023 Comedy Demo Reel;
 30 Best Actress Awards for Rod Smith’s “The Legacy”;
 15 Best Actress Awards for Dustin Ferguson’s “Cobra Strike Force”;
 10 Best Actress Awards for Walter Hochbrueckner’s “The Paradise Motel”;
 45 Best Music Video Awards for Nathan Castiel’s “Black City Nights”;
 35 Best Actress Awards for Walter Hochbrueckner’s “Evil Madame An”’;
 Best Actress and Best Ensemble Awards for Johnny Baca’s “WordLotto”;
 “Media Star of the Year” at the 2024 Golden Gate Martial Arts Hall of Honors;
 “Elite Martial Arts Spirit Award” at the 2023 Golden Gate Martial Arts Hall of Honors;
 “Actress/Model/Action Star of the Year” at the 2022 Official USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame Awards;
 Best Actress for role of Barbie in Dustin Ferguson’s "Nemesis 5" at the 2018 LANFA Film Festival;
 Best Actress for Jared Masters’ “Teacher’s Day” at the 2014 Shockfest Film Festival;
 Best Supporting Actress for Gregory Blair’s “Garden Party Massacre” at the Lucky Strike Film Festival 2019;
 8 Best Ensemble Awards for Gregory Blair’s “Garden Party Massacre”;
 Best Television Host for “Eye on Entertainment” at the 2017 WIND International Film Festival;
 Outstanding Television Host for “Eye on Entertainment” at the 2013 EOTM Awards;
 Actress of the Year" at the 2018 Official USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame Awards.

Education/Training:
• Improvisation with Will Arthur, Randy Kent, and John Luksetich at There Is No Box Studios in Long Beach
• Professional Acting at South Coast Repertory Theatre with Matthew Arkin
• Shakespearean Acting with Karole Foreman
• Member of Sal Romeo’s Friends and Artists Theatre Company
• Acting Workshops with Guy Stockwell, Tim Russ, Richard Hatch, and at Tepper-Gallegos
• A.A. in Theatre Arts from Fullerton College
• B.S. in Business Management and MBA from Pepperdine University
• Trained in Tang Soo Do Martial Arts
• Training in Martial Arts weaponry with her Sabumnim Master Rick St. Clair
• Trained in Ballet and Pole Dancing

Titles:
• Queen of the 2021 Kaiju International Film Festival
• Queen of the 2019 Hollywood Silver Screen Festival
• Queen of the 2018 WIND International Film Festival
• Mrs. Golden Global 2017
• Ms. Galactic 2016
• Ms. World 2008
• Ms. Universe 2009
• Mrs. California United States 2000
• Mrs. American Achievement 2001
• Former Miss Los Angeles Chinatown 1988
• Former Miss Orange County Universe 1989
• Former Miss San Francisco Universe 1987
• Miss California Hemisphere 1990

Links:
https://www.youtube.com/c/eyeonentertainment
https://www.facebook.com/dawnaleeheising
https://www.instagram.com/dawnaleeheising

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnaleeheising
https://resumes.actorsaccess.com/dawnaleeheising
https://talent.castingfrontier.com/dawna-lee-heising
https://app.castingnetworks.com/talent/public-profile/7d4cae52-9158-11ea-9bfa-0291f623b406

Fred Iiams (Funkalicious)

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Where Talent Meets Opportunity

Iiams Entertainment is a dynamic, full-service production company dedicated to shaping and supporting talent across the entertainment industry. With a deep-rooted passion for creativity and excellence, we provide a wide range of services tailored to artists, performers, and production professionals alike.

Our expertise includes:

🎵 Music Production – From studio recording to mixing and mastering
🌟 Artist Development – Helping talent grow in style, branding, and performance
🎤 Vocal Coaching – Elevate your voice with expert training
🎸 Musicians for Hire – Top-tier professionals for live or studio gigs
🕺 Video Dancers – Skilled performers to bring your visuals to life
🎬 TV & Film Scoring – Original compositions to match your screen story
🎶 Tour Support – Full-service support for smooth and successful tours

At Iiams Entertainment, we turn ideas into experiences and dreams into careers. Whether you’re a rising star or a seasoned professional, we’re here to bring your vision to life.

To join Luxury Gala you can buy your ticket from here: https://luxurygala.com/shop/tickets/vip-ticket/?ref=FredIiams

Get in touch with us today and discover how we can support your next creative journey.

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Invest By Ali

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Ali Shariat
“With a wealth of experience spanning over two decades, Ali has established himself as a revered name in the realm of real estate. Renowned for his unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional service, Ali’s team has become the go-to expert for clients seeking a seamless and rewarding real estate journey. Ali’s passion for real estate ignited at a young age, and his dedication led him to build an impressive career that’s marked by a track record of success. His in-depth understanding of the market trends, coupled with a keen eye for identifying opportunities, sets him apart as a true industry visionary. For those seeking a real estate journey marked by expertise, trust, and outstanding results, Ali stands ready to be your guide.”
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TREC# 0696128  |  Texas Ally Real Estate Group, LLC
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“Behind every great man is a woman rolling her eyes.” – Jim Carrey.

Hossein Nasrollahi

“Experienced loan officer dedicated to simplifying the lending process. Specializing in home mortgages and small business loans. Committed to helping clients achieve their financial goals with personalized solutions and a customer-centric approach.

Douglas Vermeeren

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Douglas Vermeeren began his acting career as a young boy in the second grade. His first acting job was on a television program for CBC in Canada. Since then he has acted and performed stunts in a variety of Hollywood and Independent films and Television shows. Vermeeren was also recognized with the BEST ACTOR AWARD for his work in several feature films in 2022 and 2023. And BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR at the Hollywood Blood Film Festival for his work in Tenants.

Prepare to witness an extraordinary moment at Luxury Gala 2024 as we honor the remarkable Douglas Vermeeren. Renowned for his stellar performance, Douglas is set to receive the prestigious “Best Actor” award for his role in the compelling movie, “Jackknife.” Join us in celebrating his exceptional talent and cinematic achievements on the grand stage of Luxury Gala 2024. It’s an accolade well-deserved, and we invite you to be part of this unforgettable recognition.

 

 

 

 

 

Dennise Mejia

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We cordially invite you to an extraordinary evening of innovation and elegance at the renowned “Luxury Gala®.” This year, we are proud to introduce a first-of-its-kind AI & Crypto Conference Lounge®, making the Gala not only a celebration of cinematic excellence but also a forefront gathering for the pioneers of technology and digital assets.

Join us for a captivating night where we will screen the Oscars® at the luxurious Universal Hilton Hotel in Universal City, California, surrounded by an audience of over 100 stars and an elite assembly of tech visionaries.

The Evening’s Highlights:

  • Premiere AI & Crypto Conference Lounge: Engage with groundbreaking thought leaders, discover the latest in blockchain and artificial intelligence, and network in an exclusive setting—debuting for the first time at the Luxury Gala.
  • Oscars® Viewing Experience: Immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s most prestigious awards ceremony amidst a sophisticated ambiance.
  • Star-Studded Gathering: Mingle with luminaries from both the entertainment and technology industries in an evening designed for connection and inspiration.

This unparalleled event blends cutting-edge innovation with timeless sophistication, promising an unforgettable experience where the future of technology meets the pinnacle of entertainment.

Reserve your place now to be part of this landmark occasion—where dreams are celebrated, ideas are ignited, and memories are crafted to last a lifetime.

We eagerly await your presence on this special night.

Date: Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Location: Universal Hilton Hotel, Universal City, California
Dress Code: Black Tie / Evening Elegance

Be among the first to experience the convergence of luxury and innovation.

Kindly purchase your ticket or Sponsorship to secure your attendance.

Luxury Ai & Crypto Lounge

 

Dennise Mejia- Guerrero

DSCC State Delegate, Entrepreneur, Influencer, Mentor, Motivational Speaker, Health and Wellness Coach, Cannabis Business Consultant, Civic Leader and Humanitarian. She is an Influencer, Business Consultant with 15 years of divers business experience and knowledge in Providing multiple professional services and Consulting in areas such as Workers Compensation Lien litigation services, Trucking Logistics, Marketing, Sales, Distribution, Multilevel industries, Team building strategies and a Community leader. Passionate in building innovative diverse entrepreneurship opportunities for women in social equity business opportunities including the Cannabis Industry.

Recognitions: by Mayor Eric Garcetti, Senator Jimmy Gomez, Senator Susan Rubio, Assemblywomen Blanca Rubio, Congresswoman Nannette Barragan. Nominated in 2019 By LA Style Magazine Entrepreneur of the year also Nominated in 2020 By the Los Angeles Business Journal as Entrepreneur of the year, Nominated in 2021 by the Los Angeles Business Journal for Diversity and Inclusion award.  October 2022 issue of the Vegas Cannabis Magazine Highlight.

+1 818-912-8127

   dcg123guerrero@gmail.com

 

Napa Finance Group

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Napa Finance aims to set the highest standard in customer care and in doing so, we put the people we serve first. We genuinely guide you through the home loan process and help you to confidently choose the best option available for you and your family. Upon selecting your loan, we work endlessly on your behalf until we meet your desired goal.

The experience we provide at Napa Finance keeps our clients coming back time and time again. Our work and level of customer care speaks for itself, as we aim to be the team you recommend to your loved ones for all their mortgage requirements.

Our expertise and longevity in the industry allows us to fully take care of all your mortgage needs. You will find the level of service and knowledge we provide our clients to be exceptional. It is fast, secure and effortless. One of our professional staff members is only a call away and ready to help you start the loan process. Give us a call today for a personalized consultation.

Napa Finance Group services include representing customer for buy/sell any business, Real Estate ( residential & commercial) and financing for Real Estate & business including private/ hard money funds.

From the moment you start an application to the day your loan closes and beyond, you can depend on Napa Finance to be on your side. We’re here to help!

 

MAJOR GURJEET SINGH

President & Founder of Napa Finance Group since 2002 with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. A Masters’ degree in Mechanical Engineering, An Experienced Officer, Administrator & A Veteran from the Corps Of Engineers. Skilled in Negotiation, Business Advisor, Business Planning, Operations Management, International Business Consultant, and a Coach. Founder Chairperson of two Charitable, Non-Profit Organizations in the USA. Certified Hypnotherapist & a counselor, who has touched many lives through Charitable events across the USA.

 

Zzeina Rajjoub

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Meet Zzeina, a 20-year-old aspiring Singer-Songwriter with a unique blend of Middle Eastern and Latin influences. Born of Syrian and Bulgarian heritage, she spent her formative years in Dubai before relocating to California, where she embarked on a journey to elevate her music career. Zzeina‘s multicultural background and global experiences have shaped her distinctive sound.

With Arabic as her first language and fluency in Spanish, Zzeina is passionate about creating Latin-inspired music. Her musical journey began during her teenage years, gradually honing her craft. A significant milestone came when she was accepted into the prestigious Bel Canto Choir.

Zzeina‘s music is a reflection of her cultural roots, a fusion of the Middle East and the United States. In 2023, she is set to release her debut single, “Let’s Wait Awhile,” a unique cover originally performed by Janet Jackson. This captivating track will be available on all major digital platforms on September 22nd, accompanied by the official music video on September 21st.

Under the mentorship of American Award-winning Grammy-nominated songwriter-producer Dawn Elder, Zzeina is gearing up for her first EP album, expected to grace our ears in the summer of 2024. Together, they are crafting a musical journey that promises to be as diverse and vibrant as the artist herself. Stay tuned for the remarkable musical odyssey that Zzeina is about to embark on.

 

 

 

 

Stars Marketing Group

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Stars Marketing Group is your premier total marketing solution provider. With our extensive expertise and comprehensive range of services, we empower businesses to reach new heights of success. We specialize in delivering innovative and customized marketing strategies that drive growth, enhance brand visibility, and captivate target audiences.

At Stars Marketing Group, we understand that each business is unique, which is why we take a personalized approach to every client. Our team of seasoned marketing professionals combines strategic thinking with creative excellence to create impactful campaigns tailored to your specific goals and objectives. Whether you need assistance with brand development, digital marketing, social media management, content creation, or event marketing, we have the expertise and resources to deliver exceptional results.

What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to excellence and our client-centric approach. We go above and beyond to understand your business, industry, and target market, enabling us to develop data-driven strategies that maximize your return on investment. Our team stays up-to-date with the latest marketing trends and technologies, ensuring that your brand remains ahead of the competition.

Partnering with Stars Marketing Group means gaining a trusted ally dedicated to your success. We strive to build strong, long-lasting relationships with our clients, working hand-in-hand to achieve tangible results. With our passion for marketing and our dedication to delivering outstanding outcomes, we transform your vision into reality and help your business shine in today’s competitive landscape.

Experience the difference of working with a total marketing solution provider that truly understands your needs. Contact Stars Marketing Group today to embark on a transformative marketing journey that will take your business to new heights.

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