Ebony Steele, Rashan Ali, Erica Mena & More Glam Up for 2nd Annual GA Entertainment Gala [PHOTOS] admin Monday, January 13, 2014 The Connect, The Receipt, The Vault On Saturday, January 11, 2014 elegance united at the GA World Congress Center for the Second Annual Georgia Entertainment Gala. The event shines the spotlight on talented individuals working in the state of Georgia’s entertainment industry. The Black Tie event included a raging 20s theme, red carpet, and an awards ceremony. Many were honored for their outstanding work in film, television and the music industry. Guests were treated to live entertainment and complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, and more. What is the Georgia Entertainment Gala? Who’s benefiting from the proceeds? Well, according to their website… The Georgia Entertainment Gala has garnered the support of a number of community leaders, brands, and organizations thus providing a unique opportunity for sponsors to take part in an unparalleled celebration. With an explosive year under our belt this highly anticipated event will continue to embrace and celebrate the Georgia entertainment industry of yesterday, today and tomorrow. Benefiting the Art program of Bethune Elementary School and Corporate Code Atlanta. Bethune Elementary is a Title-One school located in “Vine City,” a community in Atlanta’s down town area. It is a predominately African-American school, which encourages students to strive for academic excellence. The Art Program uses a Discipline Based Art Education (DBAE) that enriches student’s learning by connecting art concepts to core subjects that incorporate history, aesthetics, art criticism and production. Corporate Code is a nonprofit program designed to assist displaced men reentering the work force by providing them with interview appropriate attire and career counseling. With the growing number of men in need of assistance in transitioning from unemployed to gainfully employment, Corporate Code provides the a much needed Code to a Second Chance! The Georgia Entertainment Gala brought out industry executives, talent, and a host of other notables in film, television, and music. Celebrity guests included Ramona Debreaux (V-103), Carl Payne (“For Better or Worse”), Bryan Michael-Cox (producer), Demetria McKinney (“Meet The Browns”), Rashan Ali (Streetz 94.5), Ebony Steele (“Rickey Smiley Morning Show”), Jacob Lattimore (“Black Nativity”), Erica Mena (“Love & Hip Hop NY”), and many more. Take a look at a few photos from the red carpet: Ramona Debreaux, radio personality (V-103) & guest Demetria McKinney, actress/singer Ebony Steele, radio personality (“Rickey Smiley Morning Show”) Rashan Ali, radio personality (Streetz 94.5) Erica Mena, model/reality show star Sheneka Adams, model/actress Xernona Clayton, CEO/Founder, Trumpet Awards Foundation, Inc Jacob Lattimore, singer/actor Bryan Michael-Cox, songwriter/producer Michael Keith (singer,group 112) & Melinda Santiago (manager) Carl Payne. actor Dania Ramirez, actress To see the full gallery, CLICK HERE! For more information on the Georgia Entertainment Gala, please visit www.GaEntertainmentGala.com.
