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Picture Perfect!!

Love may not always happen at first sight, but snapshots can last a lifetime! Armed with a wireless card, digital camera, and some cheesy pick-up lines, Jillians staff captured our guest’s precious Valentines day moments and printed them off for sale, proceeds going to the Jimmy V fund.  Guests and staff alike, enjoyed the positive interaction and were more than enthusiastic to smile and pose for the camera!  David Flood, a former Jillians of Seattle server, offered his technological assistance and hardware and helped us set up for our first run- no better night to launch a photo-op than one you can share with those you love! We recieved so much positive feedback that we can’t wait to incorporate photography into our weekends, events, and promos and make it our own!!

JILLIAN’S HANGS OUT BACKSTAGE AT THE GRAMMY’S

Awards Season is here and Jillian’s Universal was lucky enough to be present at the Backstage at the Grammy’s Media/Press Junket Event!   This event, put on by Westwood One, America’s largest Radio Network that services more than 5,000 radio stations all over the world, took place at the Staples Center Los Angeles on the Thursday and Friday prior to the Grammy’s Awards show this past Sunday.   Over 40 Radio Stations from all over the world set up to interview musicians, celebrities, and industry people regarding the upcoming Grammy’s Awards and Nominations. 

     Jillian’s Universal was given the chance to be the only company to showcase our venue by gifting the celebrities leaving the Press Junket.   Sarah and Marie put their heads together and invented The Hi-Life Club.   The Hi-Life Club is an Exclusive Members Club that will exist at Jillian’s Universal. Each of these celebrities were given an annual membership to The Hi Life Club which entails them to VIP access including: 

• Jillian’s Concierge Services
• Your personal Jillian’s Event Planner
• Our private Suite for any Sports Event
• One hour complimentary room rental on any booked event
• A Guitar Hero World Tour private party for up to 15 guests
• No cover and VIP access to Jillian’s Friday and Saturday club nights
• Double the fun on Jillian’s Amazing Game Room cards

    We gifted a long list of celebrities including – Randy Jackson, Wayne Brady, Duffy, Joey Fatone, Akon, Andy Dick, Kathy Griffith, Eric Benet, The Kardashians, Nick Lechay, Anthony Hamilton, Musiq Soulchild, Dr. Drew, Busta Ryhmes, Sara Bareilles, George Clinton, Sway, Heavy D, The JabbaWockeez, Boyz II Men, Charlie Wilson, David Banner, Tia Carrerre, Colby O’ Donis, Fonsworth Bentley, Harry Hamlin, Steven Adler, Static X, Kevin Griffin, and many previous American Idol Final Contestants including – Kimberly Caldwell, Melinda Doolittle, Elliot Yamin, and Blake Lewis.  Alongside from being able to gift these talented celebrities, we were also lucky enough to see Katy Perry, Jason Mraz, Smokey Robinson, Billy Bush, and Death Cab for Cutie.

   We received a tremendous response from most of the celebrities as well.   Anthony Hamilton told us that he goes to the Jillian’s in Charlotte.  Blake Lewis told us about his wonderful experience at the Jillian’s Seattle.  Dr. Drew was mostly excited about bringing his children to Jillian’s Universal, which also happens to be right down the street from him.  Joey Fatone, Andy Dick, and Sway all admitted to having an undying passion for bowling and inquired about bringing their personal bowling balls to Jillian’s.  And more importantly, record label executives including Jive and Sony BMG, management companies like Rogers and Cowan, and tons of Radio Stations were inquiring about holding future events at Jillian’s.

            Overall, this was an unforgettable experience that allowed Jillian’s a rare and exciting opportunity to mingle with today’s music legends.  If your interested in seeing more celebrity photos feel free to reach out to Universal.

Christian Makes It His Own!

CHRISTIAN MAKES IT HIS OWN…

(Written in December 2008)
Winter break is here and the kids are out of school!  Monday was the first day of winter break.  We were lucky enough to have two 13^th birthday parties booked during the day!  Because of the Holidays, both mothers solidified their reservations the week prior.  Monday morning I get a phone call from one of the mothers who is calling to confirm if she had ordered a cake.  Unfortunately, she didn’t and we didn’t have enough time to order from our bakery.  So, I told her the bad news, but let her know that we could make a big brownie platter with birthday candles in place of the cake.  She loved the idea and was relieved!  So, I went to the kitchen and notified our awesome kitchen staff that day- Tony and Christian.  They smiled and assured me that they would be able to pull it off!  Not 5 minutes later, the other mother from the party called asking if it was too late to order a cake.  I let her know that she wasn’t alone today and told her what we were doing for the other party.  She loved the idea too!  So, again I went back to Tony and Christian and asked if they could pull it off for a larger party of 20 guests.   They assured me once again that they would be able to work their magic.   About 30 minutes later, Tony called me into the kitchen to show me what Christian had done.   Not only did he pull off two last minute brownie platters for parties starting in an hour, but he put his own twist on it and made a double layered brownie cake.   Check it out!