HUMAN ENGAGEMENT matters

Gala Unlimited is Southern California’s premiere experiential staffing agency. We specialize in the ever growing beverage industry, yet train our team to deliver overall excellence with any client we serve.

In an era driven by digital content and social impressions, consumers still need HUMAN INTERACTION in order to respond positively to marketing efforts.

We stay true to the power of human connection, yet leverage advanced technology to measure the data that helps us understand the psychology behind creating the most exceptional experiences.

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BRAND ACTIVATIONS

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The ability to sample a product converts over 35% of consumers to purchase in the same shopping trip. Our programs redirect potentially missed sales opportunities and includes scheduling, training, photos, kit distribution, and customized sales data recaps.

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Our staff have worked some of the nation’s largest festivals and events to professionally engage crowds of their magnitude. We understand the importance of your cocktail integrity during these key customer facing opportunities.

**TRADE SHOW TEAM**

More than a pretty face, our staff serve as the secret weapon to pulling in the right buyers, collecting new customer information, and educating attendees. From booth design and build-outs to collecting sales leads, we help you maximize your ROI at each show.

**PRODUCT LAUNCH HOSTS**

Private product launch events are an elite way to test your audience. From greeting attendees to enticing them to sign up or test your product, these events require a level of professionalism only Gala hosts know how to handle.

**BRAND AMBASSADORS**

Consumers are able to engage with ambassadors to get their product questions answered immediately with a personalized endorsement. From greeters to guerrilla marketing street teams, our staff are ready to hit the streets for your brand.

**SOCIAL INFLUENCERS**

With influencer marketing you can create great content, earn credibility, and gain exposure through their networks. We've built relationships with fitness, beauty, and food + beverage influencers who's content align with your brand.

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PRIVATE EVENT STAFFING

**BARTENDERS**

Our bartenders are highly educated on both classic and current cocktails, wine, spirits, and beers. Our staff carry the proper certifications and mixology knowledge needed to make your bar memorable.

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**CATERING & WAIT STAFF**

Our catering partners are one of the most elite in the industry. Whether tray passing or banquet style, from 40 to 4000 guests, our team works cohesively to make your event flow smoothly.

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**CORPORATE STAFF**

From passing out badges and gift bags to facilitating team bonding activities, our professional and friendly hostesses are the perfect addition to your next corporate event.

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**GALA GAME DAY GIRLS**

Get the chips and wings ready because its GAME TIME! From Super Bowl to Finals watch parties, Gala's Game Day Girls are dressed to theme ready to host your event & bar.

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Gala's Golf Girls are the perfect compliments to your next tournament. We facilitate games such as helicopter drops, mulligans, and station hostesses for donation appeals to add to your fundraiser goals.

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**HOLIDAY STAFF**

From hosting a Halloween party dressed to theme, to being extra Santa’s helpers, our amazing hostesses add joy and relief to any of your holiday events.

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Management team

Krystal Jackson

Senior Manager

Krystal Jackson is a brand activation entrepreneur with a BA from Temple University. Through her managerial roles at Fortune 500 companies such as Target and RJ Reynolds Tobacco, and start ups such as Infuse Spirits, and Greenbar Distillery, she carries extensive experience in building promotional campaigns, staff trainings, and sales plans.

In 2014 she launched Gala Unlimited, a beverage marketing agency specializing in staffing. Her nationwide database consists of almost 2k sales reps, product demonstrators, bartenders, wait staff, and brand ambassadors. She has built campaigns and managed event activations for clients such as Ararat Brandy, Fair Vodka, Infuse Vodka, Jameson Whiskey, and Martell Cognac.

As a Black woman in America, her compassion is fueled with empowering those of the African diaspora to achieve business ownership and cultural refinement. Gala Unlimited produces the Business & Beverages event series which serves as a business and community resource tool for Black Businessmen.

Tina RiosStaffing ManagerTina Rios has 8 years experience working in the experiential marketing industry; 6 of those years working with beer, wine & spirits.Having received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies from California State Uni… — **Tina Rios**
***Staffing Manager***
Tina Rios has 8 years experience working in the experiential marketing industry; 6 of those years working with beer, wine & spirits.
Having received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies from California State University, Northridge and coming from a background of working promos and bartending to pay her way through college, she developed a passion for Brand Development, team building, and craft beer/cocktails.
Combine her experience, education and amount of love she puts in to her work, we have Tina: 1 part sweet, 2 parts hustle, dash of bossiness and a splash of sass

Jarette HumphreyEvents ManagerJarette Humphrey has been coordinating, managing, and hosting events for almost a decade. Whether she is curating a private social gathering or a major corporate event, creating intimate guest experiences, while ensurin… — **Jarette Humphrey**
***Events Manager***
Jarette Humphrey has been coordinating, managing, and hosting events for almost a decade. Whether she is curating a private social gathering or a major corporate event, creating intimate guest experiences, while ensuring a smooth event is her goal.
Recently, she has been growing wine and spirit brands by creating unique, brand-centered event experiences that showcase their products while engaging and their target markets. With her Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Riverside and her extensive knowledge of the event planning industry, Jarette has helped boutique companies grow sales exponentially, while maintaining their loyal customer base.

BUSINESS AND BEVERAGES EVENT SERIES

Event series providing Black Men the business tools and resources they need to collectively step into greatness.

EDITION 2: BUSINESSMEN AND BRANDY 12/18/19

A men’s only panel discussion and brandy tasting on collective work and responsibility for personal and community investing..

Event Recap

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A men’s only panel discussion and cognac tasting on self determination to becoming a successful entrepreneur.

Event Recap