GIMME GIMME ABBA Live in Malaysia, and People’s Choice Award 2016 Gala Dinner


GIMME GIMME ABBA Live in Malaysia 2015

 
This year is shaping up to be quite a good year for local Malaysian music enthusiasts with big names coming to our shores like Richard Marx and Richard Clayderman recently, and pop girl group Little Mix coming soon. Local fans of ABBA though can rejoice as “GIMME GIMME ABBA” which features four (4) highly acclaimed and established West End performers and session singers who have many years of experience performing at the highest level are set to perform live in Kuala Lumpur from 17 May to 20 May 2016 at The Gardens Theatre in Kuala Lumpur.
The Gimme Gimme Abba band will be featuring some of the greatest rock and roll musicians the UK has to offer, faithfully recreating the sound of ABBA with fantastic stage presence and showmanship. The band will perform all the greatest hits, including Waterloo, Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Voulez-Vous, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!, Take a Chance on Me, Fernando and many more. 
GIMME GIMME ABBA has been seen by more than a MILLION spectators internationally, including London, Monte Carlo, Canada, Beirut, Cuba, Paris and the USA, regularly performing to audiences of 15,000+ at festivals.
The event is organised by HOMME PRODUCTIONS PLT, which is a professional theatre production company incorporated in Malaysia in 2010 and is internationally focused with a strong British connection. In 2012, it tied up with British Theatre Playhouse and Worldwide Entertainment Ltd, in order to work closely with established British playwrights, writers, actors, directors, musical directors, set and costume designers. The company has produced and presented a series of highly successful British productions in Malaysia including Yes Prime Minister – Leo Sayer In Concert – No Sex Please We’re British & The Definitive Rat Pack.
There will also be a Royal Charity Gala Concert on 21 May 2016 held in Kedah, which is a charitable performance organized by Seri Panglima Sdn Bhd & Homme Productions in support of Yayasan Sultanah Bahiyah, an organization, named after the founder and first patron Almarhum Tuanku Sultanah Hajjah Bahiyah Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Abdul Rahman.
The Royal Charity Gala Concert aims to raise in excess of RM250,000 through ticket sales to support Yayasan Sultanah Bahiyah in Kedah. Tickets for the Royal Charity Gala Concert can be purchased directly from Seri Panglima Sdn. Bhd. +604-772 3838 or Hafiz: +6017 460 4731.
The concert at The Gardens Theatre will be a three (3) hour show from 20:00 to 23:00 (including intermission). Tickets are priced between RM300 and RM350 and are currently on sale through the website http://www.ticketcharge.com.my and the Hotline at 03 – 9222 8811
 
Brand Yourself: People’s Choice Award 2016 Gala Dinner & Award Night

  
The Brand Yourself People’s Choice Award 2016 gala dinner took place at Le Meridien in Kuala Lumpur on 26 March 2016 and saw the unveiling of the winners of People’s Choice Award 2016, an initiative founded by Brand Yourself to recognize outstanding individuals with prominent achievements in their industries.
The Brand Yourself People’s Choice Award was first introduced in 2015 by Datin Winnie Loo and Steve Wee. The purpose of the award is to recognize outstanding individuals with prominent achievements in their industries. Each year, 14 eligible nominees will be selected to run for the award. They comprise of Malaysian entrepreneurs who are dynamic, charismatic with excellent achievements in their life and career. By creating this award, Datin Winnie and Steve Wee hope it serves as the motivation for more entrepreneurs to soar towards greater heights.
The event was organised by the Brand Yourself Agency a.k.a. School of Fame, which believes everybody should take charge and build a personal brand that is so powerful; you to stand out in the noisy world and be recognised in your area of expertise! Brand Yourself Agency aims to equip individuals with sustainable knowledge and tools to build a strong reputation both online and offline. The agency believes in a result-oriented and edutainment approach to classes, empowering individuals to shine in their field.
The Gala Dinner and Award Ceremony started with the Creators and Master Mentors of The People’s Choice Award, Datin Winnie Loo and Steve Wee making the red carpet appearance together with all the nominees, after which Neil Foo, the CEO of SAME (Secretariat of the Advancement of Malaysian Entrepreneurs), who was also the guest of honour delivered his opening speech to begin the night’s proceedings. His address was followed by an address by Simon Kang, Managing Director of Suriwong, who is the Presenter for the People’s Choice Award 2016.
“No one is perfect, but we believe everyone deserves a chance to be extraordinary,” said Datin Winnie Loo. “Witnessing the nominees’ enthusiasm during the award campaign and how they transformed along the way were truly rewarding. That was the reason why me and Steve created this award for, to recognize only the best, who are passionate in what they do, and always strive to do more in life.”
“Indeed, when we first founded this award, we have no idea where it will lead us. But, here we are today, celebrating the success of these exceptional nominees who have achieved excellent results in their lives and careers. We are extremely proud of them, and we hope serves as the motivation for more entrepreneurs to soar towards greater heights,” Steve Wee added.
During the course of the dinner, Nikki Palikat, a talented Malaysian singer and finalist in the first season of Malaysian Idol, entertained the guest with the song “Gemilang” prepping guests for the announcement of the winners.
Then it was the moment of truth as the winners for the 4 awards were announced. Each of the winners received a trophy and an honorary certificate.
 

People’s Choice Award 2016 – Prize Winners
People’s Choice Award – Winner
Cyrus Chin, Event Wizard – Founder of Bravo Events & Entertainment Sdn Bhd
Cyrus Chin is the founder of Bravo Events. His company provides innovative and high quality event management services with Creativity, Action and Passion. To date, his company have organized more than 500 events for its clients. For more info about Cyrus, visit http://www.bravoeventz.com
 
Most Promising Entrepreneur Award – Winner
Sky Ong & Kelvin Ong, 3D Animation Expert – Founders of Architree Design Sdn Bhd
Sky Ong and Kelvin Ong are the 3D Animation Experts. They are also the founders of Architree Design Sdn Bhd, a company that develops 3D digital showroom for property developers such as EcoWorld, SP Setia and Tropicana. In 2015, the Ong Brothers were featured in Shanghai Business Magazine Malaysia. For more info about the Ong Brothers, visit http://www.architree.com
 
Most Charismatic Award – Winner
Cyrus Chin, Event Wizard – Founder of Bravo Events & Entertainment Sdn Bhd
Cyrus Chin is the founder of Bravo Events. His company provides innovative and high quality event management services with Creativity, Action and Passion. To date, his company have organized more than 500 events for its clients. For more info about Cyrus, visit http://www.bravoeventz.com
 
Most Stylish Award – Winner
Aw Tai Hau, Optical Stylist – Founder of Pott Glasses
Aw Tai Hau is the Founder of Pott Glasses, pioneer in local glasses brand. His company sells trendy and stylish glasses. He has been featured on BFM89.9 and other printed media such as Oriental Daily and Focus Malaysia.
 
Steve Wee and Datin Winnie Loo
Wheelcorp Premium Sdn Bhd, the official car sponsor for the event, provided four (4) BMWs to transport the mentors and the nominees in style to the event. Among the cars used were BMW X1 series, 3 series, 5 series and also the premium 7 series which fetched Datin Winnie Loo and Steve Wee.
Angel Wong Chui Ling

Datin Sri Joey Low and Dato Sri Jackie Tor
Datin Sri Joey Low, Steve Wee, Datin Winnie Loo and Dato Sri Jackie Tor
Datin Winnie Loo with Dato Raymond Liew of McMillan Woods and friend

Socialite Corinna Tan with a friend
Steve Wee and Datin Winnie Loo with Angel Wong Chui Ling and partner
Datin Maylene (R) with a friend
Kent Chua with wife Shirley Ding
 
For more info, head over to http://brandyourself.asia/ or http://www.facebook.com/brandyourselfasia/
Photo credits: Brand Yourself (Foong Chee of Facepics Studio and Like Media)
 
Boryeong Mud Real Mud Hand Cream

Boryeong Mud, a specialized beauty care line of natural, premium sea mud cosmetics originally from Boryeong City introduced its new range of mud products which included Real Mud Body SPA and Real Mud Hand Cream. Boryeong Mud products use fine sea mud and all Boryeong cosmetics are required to pass stringent test by the Republic of Korea to ensure its reliability and quality of ingredients.
The minerals and microelements contained in the mud provides nutrients to the skin, while strengthening and repairing skin cells at the same time. The product’s main functions are the absorption and rebalancing of sebum while improving the skin quality through the use of minerals. Natural ingredients bentonite and germanium which contained in sea mud, will help reduce inflammatory skin and healthy glowing skin.
The new Boryeong Mud Real Mud Hand Cream offers those with extra-sensitive skin a new solution to gently relieve itchiness and calm their reactive skin quickly and efficiently. The specialized Hand Cream will speed up healing metabolism, while also relieving dry, creaked, or frostbitten hands. The Real Mud Hand Cream contains sea mud powder with high contains of minerals to alleviate skin’s discomfort.
Boryeong Real Mud Hand Cream is formulated with Mango, Shea butter, Macadamia Seed Oil, Rosemary, Chamomile to rejuvenate, soothe, and moisturize hands from the harsh, drying and aging effect of the environmental.  Additional ingredients included peppermint, Bergamot and Freesia which provides relief and comfort for dry and sensitive hands.
Real Mud Hand Cream is available in 100ml size and is priced at RM89.00 and is available at Boryeong Mud outlets at Quill City Mall, KL and Nu Sentral KL.
For more info, head over to http://www.boryeongmudmsia.com.my/