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Emmy Awards Week Celebrated at The Spectacular Marianna Group's Harvest Gifting Lounge

Hollywood was in full celebration mode as Emmy Awards weekend approached, and one of the week's festive stops was The Harvest Awards Week Gifting Lounge ve presented by The Marianna Group at the Beverly Hills Marriott on Thursday September 10, 2026

Beauty entrepreneur Heather Marianna is the president and founder of The Marianna Group , which produces exclusive events and celebrity gifting, lounges that connect, emerging and luxury brands directly with television stars, Emmy nominees media outlets, and industry insiders

This lavish and invite-only suites was an amazing afternoon devoted to discovering new products, meeting entrepreneurs and enjoying some pre-Emmy hospitality.

Heather Marianna founder of The Marianna Group

Guests had plenty to explore. Participating companies represented an extensive range of categories, including cosmetics and skincare, fragrances, jewelry and fashion accessories, health and fitness, luxury services, premium spirits, home products and books. Authors and other creative entrepreneurs were also on hand to introduce their work and meet attendees.

Among the participating vendors were Twisted Silver, known for its distinctive jewelry designs; Lizzy James Jewelry; Manta Sleep, with products designed to promote better rest; beauty favorite Pixi; Evian Facial Spray; Pop & Bottle; Caviar Nomad; Cotrini Skin; Fairytale Fragrances; Glamour Boulevard Hair Care; Pavo Fitness; RFA Skincare; Beauty Kitchen; Beaut Beauty Co.; and PureGenix Wellness.

The diversity of brands was part of the fun.

Actress Carolyn Hennessy with sponsor

Guests could move from discovering a new beauty or skincare product to trying a wellness item, examining jewelry and accessories, sampling food and beverages or meeting an author-all within the relaxed atmosphere of the lounge.

All of Heather Marianna's events incorporate an important charitable element, partnering with organizations like KISS My Paws Rescue, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and finding homes for dogs, participated with some adorable four-legged ambassadors.

All the cute puppies and dogs helped draw attention to animal rescue and the importance of giving dogs in need permanent homes.

In spite of the sweltering heat, everyone had a fabulous time, sampling the delicious food and drinks and beauty products that were good for your skin and fun to try out

Actor Gilles Marini

The Marianna Group specializes in increasing visibility for brands, particularly those operating in the lifestyle, wellness and beauty industries.

Heather Marianna described the gathering as another opportunity to bring members of Hollywood together with interesting emerging and established brands while providing guests with food, spirits, music and a lively atmosphere.

The continued return of guests to her events, she indicated, is an important part of the company's commitment to continuing its awards-season hospitality.

Scott Bailey and Adrienne Frantz

The lounge also attracted an impressive collection of television talent, and Hollywood notables

Among the guests was Ernest Harden Jr., who received an Emmy for his work on The Pitt during the Creative Arts Emmy Awards. Current Emmy nominees attending included Lauren Weedman (Hacks), Carlos Manuel Vesga (Pluribus), Dale Dickey (Widow's Bay), Kim Estes (Big Law) and Stacy Haiduk (Days of Our Lives).

Other familiar faces included Constance Marie, Diana Maria Riva, Gilles Marini, Geoffrey Blake, Rosa Blasi, Kristian Alfonso, Beth Broderick, Maria Canals-Barrera, Naomi Grossman, Nicholas Guest, Sofia Milos, Lisa Vidal and Debbe Dunning, along with additional entertainment industry guests

Beyond the celebrity element, the lounge provided participating businesses with something particularly valuable during awards season: the opportunity to introduce their products personally to actors, entertainment professionals and media representatives.

Heather Marianna

This lively afternoon offered a chance to discover everything from beauty and wellness products to jewelry, fragrances and lifestyle accessories while enjoying the celebratory atmosphere surrounding Emmy week in Los Angeles.

With its combination of entertainment, innovative brands, philanthropy and hospitality,

The Marianna Group's Harvest Awards Week Gifting Lounge offered a lively start to one of Hollywood's busiest weekends of the year.

For further information:

Heather Marianna on Instagram

(@heathermarianna)

[email protected]

 
 

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