eZWay Productions & Better Vision For Children Present the Golden Gala: A Night of Entertainment, Philanthropy, and Impact
eZWay Productions and Better Vision For Children (BVC) hosted The Golden Gala, a spectacular evening of star-studded entertainment, philanthropy, and impactful moments at the VOCO Hotel in Laguna Hills, California. The event raised nearly $50,000 to support BVC’s mission of providing vision screenings, mentorship, and educational resources to underserved children. Created and executive produced by Dr. Eric Zuley, the event was a collaborative effort with the board members of Better Vision For Children, including Dr. Dante Sears and James Zuley.
Video Recaps: https://watch.ezway.tv/program-group/722d6bb5dd3e9d4cbf58f4a1ea6a51d8
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Honoring Changemakers, Raising Awareness, and Transforming Lives
The Golden Gala brought together Hollywood stars, business leaders, philanthropists, and community figures to celebrate individuals making a profound impact. Proceeds support BVC’s work in delivering essential vision health services and education to children in need.
A Star-Studded Celebration of Leadership & Impact
The evening honored distinguished individuals across sports, film, television, and philanthropy, including:
A.C. “Iron Man” Green Jr. – Lifetime Achievement Award
Bill Duke – Iconic TV & Film Award
Bai Ling – Trailblazer Hero Award
Dr. Marie Y. Lemelle – Global Change Maker Hero Award
Dr. Parham Akhavan – Health Professional of the Year Hero Award
Ken Davitian – Silver Screen Legend Award
Don Green – Napoleon Hill Legacy Legend Award
Kevin Dorsey – Music Icon Legend Award & BVC Lifetime Achievement Hero Award
Jason Spann – Golden Spirit Hero Award
Henry Tillman – Golden Champion Hero Award
Steve Aust – FinTech Hero Award & Faith Conquers All Legend Award
Tommy Parker – Innovation Hero Award
Derrick Hutchinson – TV Producer Hero Award
Carmelita Pittman – Heart of Gold Legend Award
Harold “Lefty” Williams – eZWay Family Legacy Hero Award
AC Green – eZWay Lifetime Achievement Legend Award
SUJATA – Against All Odds Hero Award
Maclean “Big Papa” Bruny – International Handshake Hero Award
Deb Drummond – Woman In Unity Hero Award
Kevin Dorsey: A Legendary Music Icon
Kevin Dorsey, the official music director for the eZWay Awards and Network, was honored for his monumental contributions to the music industry. Working alongside stage director Angelique Marie, he helped deliver a powerful musical experience that captivated the audience.
Golden Carpet Highlights
The golden carpet was hosted by Dr. Natasha Weems, Carla Maria, and Jenny Carrington, offering exclusive interviews with celebrities and honorees. Notable guests included Kate Linder (The Young and the Restless) and Trae Ireland, who also served as host of the evening.
Media Coverage & Social Reach
The event gained broad media coverage across platforms like:
eZWay News, eZWay TV, Comcast Channel 15, Getty Images, WireImage, Shutterstock, Alamy, Music and Medicine, KJLH, Xspannsion TV, TAP Interviews, Rhythm and Business, The Hype Magazine, Heart of Hollywood Magazine, and many others.
With over 100 influencers sharing content and a total social reach nearing 14 million, the event made a lasting digital footprint.
Streaming worldwide via ROKU, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, Google Play, and Apple Store, the Golden Gala reached an estimated 300 million households via the eZWay TV app.
Unforgettable Performances
Performers included:
John Michael Ferrari – Award-winning performer
Christine Marie & Kaido Lee Roberts – Child stars/influencers
Katja Glieson – Influencer with over 10M followers
Ivan Amodei & Mark Paskell – Magic Castle Magicians
Grammy-winning band members
Live band experience with a stage budget of over $100,000
The venue featured a 30-ft golden carpet, a rotating camera with bubbles, and stunning artwork by Emmy Lu Art Gallery.
Fundraising & Live Auction
Guests participated in a live auction featuring exclusive trips donated by Deneene A. Collins (Collins Consulting LLC). An open bar by 101 Vodka kept the energy high while funds were raised for vital programs.
Special Acknowledgments
Event & Voting Committee Members:
James Zuley, Dr. Dante Sears, Brian Sebastian, Donna Marie May, Cassandra Cooper, Kevin Harrington, Van Dichoso, Trae Ireland, Matt J Doyle, Dr. Marie Lemelle, Trish Cook, Deb Drummond, Maclean Bruny, Carol Register, Katisha Jallow, Steve Aust
Affiliate Supporters:
Freddy K, James Darius, Devina Luxe, Jose Beltran, and others
Sponsor Recognition
Gratitude to the sponsors:
JFOX Event Lighting, HALO Events, V3 Water, Wealth XO, Mezcal “Los Hijos De Zoila”, Nuestro Café, Eddie Barber 360 Photo Booth, 101 Vodka and The Hype Magazine
