ABOUT THE EVENT
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This year, the Unforgettable Gala returns to the Beverly Hilton on Saturday, December 11. Character Media proudly presents the 19th annual awards ceremony and celebration, recognizing the Asian and Pacific Islander leaders who have fought for API presence in the arts, entertainment and culture. On this night, our community honors the efforts and dedication of these individuals, and anticipates a future of authentic representation for all.
Dress Code:
This is a black-tie event.
The Unforgettable Gala is pleased to introduce its 2021 theme—‘RISE.’
‘RISE’ speaks to the uplift of our communities in the face of the hardships we’ve endured over the past two years. Despite the spread of anti-Asian hate crimes during a global pandemic, we have not only survived, but fought back—speaking out against racism, protecting our loved ones and standing proud of our shared cultural heritage. This year, we recognize and commemorate these efforts.
We are also celebrating thirty years since the founding of Character Media and its publication family. Since 1990, we have strived to make a place for Asian America in all entertainment arenas and have been at the forefront of the battle for representation. With the return of Unforgettable, we once again pay tribute to the talented voices, the rich diversity and the incredible achievements of our community.
COVID-19 SAFETY
Character Media is committed to providing an experience that puts staff and guest safety first. This year’s Unforgettable Gala will incorporate measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and will follow public health guidance along with local government orders.
All staff and guests must be fully vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination. To be considered ‘fully vaccinated,’ one must have received their final vaccine dose at least 14 days prior to entry. Masks will be required when not actively eating or drinking. Hand sanitizing stations will be available throughout the Beverly Hilton hotel and event spaces. The hotel also provides continuous cleaning of public spaces, utilizing advanced cleaning technology and solutions.
Updates on the Gala’s COVID-19 measures and policies will be provided to guests closer to the event date.
2019 RECAP
Special Thanks
Unforgettable Gala Selection Committee
This year’s nominees have been chosen by an esteemed group of individuals who have tirelessly worked to represent and uplift the Asian Pacific Islander American community. We are honored to have their support, and this event would not be possible without their efforts.
Adele Lim
Albert Cheng
Alexander Woo
Andrea Chung
Anisha Adusumilli
Ashley Lee
Ben Baller
Ben Tran
Bing Chen
Bobby Hundreds
Calista Wu
Cassey Ho
Christina Chou
Craig Shimahara
Daniel Dae Kim (Committee Chair)
David Park
Dino-Ray Ramos
Dupe Bosu
Eddie Kim
Francis Cullado
Hieu Ho
Janet Yang
Jeanne Yang
Jeff Yang
Jeniffer Kim
Jennifer Nelson
Jeremiah Abraham
Jes Vu
Jodi Long
John Cho
Julia Gouw
Kathleen I-Ying Lee
Kelly Hu
Kevin Kwan
Kevin Na
Lana Condor
Lawrence Sharma
Lee Ann Kim
Leonardo Nam
Lindsay Price
Lisa Ling
Lyle del Mundo
Manny Jacinto
Marie Jamora
Michelle Sugihara
Ngoc Nguyen
Nita Song
Paul Kim
Phil Yu
Philiana Ng
Philip Chung
Philip Wang
Pia Barlow
Rebecca Sun
Sally Chan
Snehal Desai
So Yun Um
Sujata day
Tan France
Teddy Zee
Wesley Chan
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
PRESENTING
$300,000
- Naming rights to event: “Presented by”
- Category exclusivity
- Present at the Award Dinner & After Party
- Private dinner with award recipients and sponsors
- Official host for award recipients
- Official host for press announcement
- VIP seating for 20 people split between 3 tables*
- Celebrity seating at the orchestra tables
- Special recognition during program
- Opportunity to speak at event
- Exclusive sponsor logo on press red carpet backdrop
- 30-second commercial spot during the program (2 times)
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event and after-party
- Premium signage at event, VIP lounge and after-party
- Premium logo on all formal invitations (print)
- Premium logo on all promotional materials
- Logo on official gift bag
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Product display during event, VIP lounge and after-party
- Special mention as presenting sponsor in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page back cover & center spread ad in E-Magazine
ALCOHOL
$100,000 + Product
- Product exclusivity
- VIP seating with celebrities in studio section
- Seating for 10 people split between 2 tables
- Special recognition during program
- Sponsor logo on general red carpet backdrop
- 30-second commercial spot during the program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Branded photo booth placement
- Logo on digital invitations
- Premium signage at venue
- Premium logo on all promotional materials
- Branded display during event
- Product served at hosted bar
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Special mention in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
PLATINUM
$100,000
- Product exclusivity (except Studios)
- VIP seating with celebrities in orchestra section
- 10 people split between 2 tables
- Special recognition during program
- Sponsor logo on general red carpet backdrop
- 30-second commercial spot during the program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Branded photo booth placement
- Logo on digital invitations
- Premium signage at venue
- Premium logo on all promotional materials
- Branded display during event
- Product served at hosted bar
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Special mention in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
AFTER-PARTY
$100,000 + Product
- Category exclusivity for after-party
- Official After-Party host
- Seating for 10 people in studio section
- Acknowledgment during program
- Logo on digital invitations
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Branded display during after-party
- Product served at hosted bar
- Product display at after-party lounge
- Mention in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
BEVERAGE
$75,000 + Product
- Category exclusivity for reception/dinner (spirits or wine/beer)
- VIP seating with celebrities in studio section
- 10 people split between 2 tables
- Special recognition during program
- Sponsor logo on general red carpet backdrop
- 30-second commercial spot during the program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Branded photo booth placement
- Logo on digital invitations
- Premium signage at venue
- Premium logo on all promotional materials
- Branded display during event
- Product served at hosted bar
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Special mention in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
GOLD
$75,000
- VIP seating with celebrities in orchestra section
- 10 people split between 2 tables
- Acknowledgment during program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Logo on digital invitations
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Product display during event
- Mention in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
SILVER
$50,000
- VIP seating with celebrities in studio section
- 10 people split between 2 tables
- Acknowledgment during program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Logo on digital invitations
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Product display during event
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
STUDIO
$50,000
- Seating for 1 table/10 people in studio section
- Acknowledgment during program
- 30-second commercial during program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Logo on digital invitations
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Product display during event
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
CORPORATE
$25,000
- Seating for 10 people in corporate section
- Acknowledgment during program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Logo on digital invitations
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
COMMUNITY
$10,000
- Seating for 10 people in community section
- Acknowledgment during program
- Product distribution in event gift bag
Contact Us
For general information, please contact Esther Lee at estherlee@charactermedia.com or 310.769.4709
For sponsorship inquiries, please contact James Ryu at james@charactermedia.com or 310.702.2327
For press/media inquiries, please contact Audrey Ryu at audrey@charactermedia.com or 310.740.2485
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