ABOUT THE EVENT
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For the last 18 years, the Unforgettable Gala has bridged memories of the past with powerful moments from the present — in celebration of the future. The annual awards show is the only event of its kind, recognizing the Asian American icons and change-makers who represent our community and tell our stories. Through their work and long-fought battles, we have finally found representation and a seat at the table. This year, we have seen more Asian American faces on screen and more Asian American projects green-lit than in the decades past. It is more important now than ever that we take this moment to award these individuals who are paving the way, because of course – we still have a long way to go.
With a timeless approach and ambition for change, Character Media dares to dream a bigger dream for Asian American culture. We celebrate and honor the essentials of our collective identity: creativity, diversity, and growth at the 18th Annual Unforgettable Gala.
In honor of this year’s achievements, Character Media is pleased to introduce a theme for the very first time:
/blo͞om/ n 1. a period of prosperity and growth in character
Whether one hails from the coast of Shanghai or the streets of Los Angeles, we invite our guests to own this moment. We invite you to show the world who you are and where you come from.
Dress Attire | Black Tie. Cultural Touches Appreciated.
MEDIA
SPECIAL GUESTS
SIMU LIU | HOST
DANIEL DAE KIM | KEYNOTE SPEAKER
AMBER LIU | PERFORMER
MILCK | PERFORMER
MIYAVI | PERFORMER
KODI LEE | PERFORMER
2019 Nominees
Actor in TV
Daniel Wu
Into The Badlands
Jameela Jamil
The Good Place
Karen Fukuhara
The Boys
Leonardo Nam
Westworld
Nico Santos
Superstore
Actor in Film
Ali Wong
Always Be My Maybe
Awkwafina
The Farewell
Kumail Nanjiani
Stuber
Randall Park
Always Be My Maybe
Steven Yeun
Burning
Breakout in TV
Andrew Koji
Warrior
Derek Mio
The Terror: Infamy
Greta Lee
Russian Doll
Maya Erskine
Pen15
Sydney Park
Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists
Breakout in Film
Charles Melton
The Sun Is Also A Star
Himesh Patel
Yesterday
Maya Erskine
Plus One
Tiffany Chu
Ms. Purple
Viveik Kalra
Blinded By The Light
Director
James Wan
Aquaman
Jimmy Chin & Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi
Free Solo
Justin Chon
Ms. Purple
Lulu Wang
The Farewell
Nisha Ganatra
Late Night
Digital Influencer
Bobby Hundreds
Bretman Rock
Jenn Im
Jubilee Media
Steven Lim
Comedy
Ali Wong
Always Be My Maybe
Hasan Minhaj
Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj
Jo Koy
Comin' In Hot
Ken Jeong
Ken Jeong: You Complete Me, Ho
Ronny Chieng
The Daily Show
2019 Awardees
Kevin Na
Pechanga Athlete On Another Level
Fresh Off The Boat
Lexus Legacy Award
The Farewell
Vanguard
Special Thanks
Unforgettable Gala Selection Comittee
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
Alexander Woo
Amanda Nguyen
Aneesh Chaganty
Ben Tran
Carloline Yim
Cassey Ho
Christina Chou
Daniel Dae Kim
David Park
Dupe Bosu
Francis Cullado
Giancarlo Pacheco
Hieu Ho
Janet Yang
Jeff Yang
Jennifer Yuh Nelson
Jes Vu
Jim Lee
Jodi Long
Jon M. Chu
Julia Gouw
Karen Horne
Kellu Hu
Kevin Kwan
Lana Condor
Lee Ann Kim
Leonardo Nam
Manny Jacinto
Melvin Mar
Michelle Lee
Michelle Sugihara
Ngoc Nguyen
Paul Kim
Phil Yu
Philiana Ng
Philip Chung
Rebecca Sun
Rosylnn Cobarrubias
Samantha Vincent
Sev Ohanian
Snehal Desai
Stewart Kwoh
Teddy Zee
Theresa Kang
Sponsors
Presented By
Platinum
Beverage
Gold
Silver
Studio
Corporate
Community
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
PRESENTING
$250,000
- 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 Character E-Magazine
ALCOHOL
$75,000 + 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 Character Media E-Magazine Jan/Feb issue
PLATINUM
$75,000
- 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 Character Media 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 Character Media E-Magazine
GOLD
$50,000
- 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 Character Media E-Magazine
SILVER
$30,000
- 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 Character Media E-Magazine
AFTER-PARTY BEVERAGE
$30,000 + Product
- Category exclusivity for after-party (spirits or wine & beer)
- 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 Character Media Magazine
STUDIO
$25,000
- Seating for 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 Character Media E-Magazine for 3 issues
CORPORATE
$10,000
- 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 Character Media E-Magazine
COMMUNITY
$5,000
- Seating for 10 people in community section
- Acknowledgment during program
- Product distribution in event gift bag
Seating Chart
*Remaining seats will be filled with award nominees and celebrity guests.
Become A Sponsor
Download the 2019 Unforgettable Gala Sponsorship Deck below. If interested in becoming a sponsor, please fill out the form or contact James Ryu at james@charactermedia.com | 310.702.2327
Contact Us
For general information, please contact Nicki Sun at unforgettable@charactermedia.com
For sponsorship inquiries, please contact James Ryu at james@charactermedia.com or 310.702.2327
For press/media inquiries, please contact Elina Adut at eadut@lippingroup.com
Office: 310.769.4709
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