Global Initiatives Manager
Jasmin Sakai-Gonzalez, 213.580.7569
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AUCTION WILL CONTINUE LIVE AT KICKOFF BREAKFAST ON FRIDAY, MAY 6 A portion of the proceeds from the auction are used to support World Trade Week Educational initiatives Payments are final and nonrefundable. Items are available for local pickup only For more information, contact Global Initiatives Manager Jasmin Sakai-Gonzalez, 213.580.7569. |
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| TRAVEL PACKAGES |
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Don’t miss this opportunity to visit Japan. The package includes two business class roundtrip tickets on Korean Air to Narita, Japan and a three night stay in a deluxe room at Imperial Hotel Tokyo for two. This legendary Tokyo landmark has welcomed royalty, heads of state, celebrities and international business leaders for more than 120 years, offering discreet, highly personalized services, restrained elegance, award-winning cuisine and refined, impeccable Japanese hospitality. (Restrictions: Imperial Hotel – Reservations are based on availability and should be made through the Los Angeles office; Validity of the certificate is from May 7, 2011-March 31, 2012, excluding Dec. 30, 2011 through Jan. 3, 2012; meals and beverages are not included. Korean Air – Taxes and fuel charges are not included and will be applied upon ticketed. The certificate is valid between Feb. 10 – Aug. 10, 2011 and must be exchanged for Korean Air passenger ticket and baggage check within that time. Must depart from LAX. Once the ticket has been issued it is valid for three months from the date of ticket issuance. Blackout period: LA – NRT - May 20–July 3, 2011, July 15-Aug. 15; NRT – LA – July 15–Aug. 15, 2011, Sept. 10 & 14, 2011) Retail Value: $7,800, Starting Bid: $1,950 Courtesy of Imperial Hotel Tokyo, Korean Air |
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![]() Shanghai Getaway |
Experience Southeast Asia’s diverse cultures, cuisines and geography by taking-off from Los Angeles to Shanghai with a stop in Taipei. This vacation package includes two roundtrip economy class tickets on EVA Air and three nights stay at the Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai, in a Club Room for 2 people with club benefits. Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai is part of Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, a leading luxury hotel group and regarded as one of the world’s finest hotel ownership and management companies. (Flight Restrictions: EVA Air – The last day to redeem the ticket is May 4, 2012. The ticket is valid for three months after date of issue. If the ticket holder redeems the ticket on the last day possible, he/she will need to complete their whole itinerary before August 4, 2012. An extension is not permitted. Blackout periods apply: June 25–July 5, 2011; Aug. 25–Sept. 5, 2011; Dec. 15 – 31, 2011; Jan. 1–10, 2012; Jan. 13–27, 2012.June 25-July 5, 2012. Passenger is responsible for all applicable taxes and must be paid in cash. Hotel Restrictions: PENDING) Retail Value: $5,000, Starting Bid: $1,250 Courtesy of EVA Air and Shangri La Resorts |
VALUE $5,000 STARTING BID $1,250
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![]() Roman Holiday |
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Travel to one of Europe’s most renowned capital cities with two roundtrip coach tickets on Alitalia airline to Rome. Take pleasure in la dolce vita while enjoying a gelato in front of the Trevi Fountain and exploring the Coliseum, Vatican City and the Pantheon in this Roman holiday. (Restrictions: Tickets are valid for LAX to Italy departures through Dec. 2011. Blackout dates: Nov. 20-28, 2011. Award travel is not available for upgrade. Taxes and fees of up to $250 must be paid by the winner. Bookings must be made well in advance as they are subject to availability. Tickets must be booked in U class.) Retail Value: $4,800, Starting Bid: $750 Courtesy of Alitalia |
VALUE $4,800 STARTING BID $750
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Enjoy this package to Anchorage, Alaska. This package includes two roundtrip coach tickets on Alaska Airlines, two nights stay in the deluxe room at the Hotel Captain Cook—located in the heart of Anchorage near the international airport, business centers, shopping and recreational activities. Take a railroad tour to the city of Whittier a quaint seaside town and board a glacier cruise. Spend a day among the world's most spectacular glaciers and wildlife aboard the fastest, largest and most luxurious catamaran in Alaska, the Klondike Express. You'll cruise through the calm, protected waters of Prince William Sound and come face to face with towering masses of ice, migratory whales and breathtaking Alaska scenery. And finally visit Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center before coming back home. (Restrictions: Alaska Airlines:Reservations must be booked in V class and apply to flights numbered between 1-999 and 2000-2999. Allow two weeks for processing – travel valid for one year. The Hotel Captain Cook – Certificate expires on April 30, 2012. Not valid June, July or August 2011. Reservations recommended. Alaska Railroad –Reservations are required within 72 hours of booking. Certificate expires on March 29, 2012. Glacier Cruise – Reservations are required - Certificate is valid May 1-June 15 2011. Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Certificate expires Feb. 1, 2012.) Retail Value: $3,000, Starting Bid: $750 |
VALUE $3,000 STARTING BID $750
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![]() Viva Puerta Vallarta Package |
Enjoy a relaxing vacation with two round-trip tickets to any destination in Mexico courtesy of AeroMexico Airlines and enjoy three nights and four days in a deluxe ocean view room at the CasaMagna Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa. Also includes tickets for two for the Canopy Tour El Eden. (Restrictions: Airline: Travel must be completed by Dec. 15, 2011. Holiday black-out dates include: May 1-8, 27- 31, Jul 1 - Aug 22, Sep 3 -7, 15 - 19, Nov .18 -27. All requests are subject to availability. Travel arrangements must be made four weeks before departure. Applicable taxes and surcharges are not included. Hotel: blackout dates – Easter week, Thanksgiving, Christmas season and National Holidays. Certificate expires March 22, 2012) Retail Value: $3,000, Starting Bid: $750 Courtesy of the Consulate General of Mexico |
VALUE $3,000 STARTING BID $750
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![]() Las Vegas Retreat |
Visit Las Vegas with two round-trip Southwest Airlines tickets and enjoy two nights at Aria Resort and Casino at CityCenter in a standard deluxe room. The contemporary architecture of the ARIA tower is complemented by the resort’s lavish accommodations, panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows offer magnificent views of Las Vegas’ striking skyline. ARIA’s tower is uniquely designed to deliver corner-window views from every guestroom. Package includes two tickets to Cirque du Soleil “Viva Elvis” show, a tribute to life and music of Elvis Presley. |
VALUE $1,600 STARTING BID $400 BUY IT NOW FOR $1,000 |
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![]() San Diego Escape |
Enjoy a weekend at the Grande Colonial in La Jolla, just steps from beaches, shopping, dining and entertainment with unparalleled views and location. This package includes a two-night stay in deluxe accommodations for two at Grande Colonial Hotel in La Jolla. Package includes four complimentary tickets to San Diego Sea World. SeaWorld takes you on a one-of-a-kind journey to the wonders that exist beyond the ocean's door. Meet with killer whales, dolphins, sea lions, watch the life and behavior of sharks and sea turtles. The day of fun for kids and adults! (Hotel Restrictions: The use of certificate is subject to advanced reservations and space availability. The certificate is restricted from use July 1 – Sept. 5 and holidays. Certificate expires Feb. 28, 2012. Sea World restrictions: Tickets expire Oct. 31, 2011. Not valid on the following dates in 2011: July 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6, 13 and Dec. 27– 30) Retail Value: $520, Starting Bid: $130 Courtesy of Grande Colonial and SeaWorld |
VALUE $520 STARTING BID $130
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City Club on Bunker Hill Membership |
Receive a Compass Signature Gold Unlimited one-year membership initiation fee to the premier private business club of Los Angeles, City Club on Bunker Hill. Perched high atop the Wells Fargo Center, the views provide breathtaking contrast between the dynamic cityscape and the soothing Pacific. Founded in 1989, City Club on Bunker Hill is the first private club in downtown Los Angeles with an emphasis on inclusiveness, which affords it the reputation of "the friendliest club in town." Eleven rooms supply an inspiring environment with business-ready rooms to accommodate professional meetings and a superb elegance ideal for cherished social events. (Restrictions: Certificate must be redeemed by June 7, 2011. The donation is for the initiation fee of $2,500 that will go directly to the organization. There will be a $250 application fee for the recipient upon redeeming this certificate with the Club City. There are monthly membership fees of $320 to the recipient of the membership.) Retail Value: $2,500, Starting Bid: $625 Courtesy of City Club |
VALUE $2500 STARTING BID $625
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![]() Los Angeles Kings Package |
This sporty package includes an autographed card and hat, four tickets to see Los Angeles Kings (professional men's hockey) at the Staples Center and four passes for admission to the Grammy Museum at L.A. LIVE. Hat and card are autographed by LA Kings Jonathan Quick. (Restrictions: LA Kings - Tickets are subject to availability. Good for the 2011-2012 season only and must be redeemed by Dec. 1, 2011. The Grammy Museum – tickets expire June 30, 2011.) Retail Value: $1,000, Starting Bid: $250 Courtesy of AEG |
VALUE $1,000 STARTING BID $250
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![]() Universal Studios Tickets and Front of the Line Passes |
Explore Universal Studios Hollywood with four tickets to an exciting day. Enjoy park rides and shows, a working movie studio, and some of Los Angeles’ best shops, restaurants and cinemas. Additionally, four front of the line passes let you skip the lines to your favorite attractions and come with reserved seating at all shows! (Restrictions: Valid May 2011-Dec. 2012) Retail Value: $675, Starting Bid: $170 Courtesy of Universal Studios Hollywood |
VALUE $675 STARTING BID $170
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![]() Sunday Brunch for Four at Trump National Golf Club |
Enjoy the ultimate luxury golf experience with a Sunday brunch for four at Trump National Golf Club. Serving as the perfect getaway for business executives, Trump National provides its guests with first class amenities, unmatched service, exclusive and elegant dining, and the most spectacular views. (Restrictions: Reservations should be made in advance. The certificate expires on Nov. 15, 2011 and excludes holidays including: Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving weekend and Christmas Eve. Certificate does not include wine, alcohol or gratuity.) Retail Value: $310, Starting Bid: $75 Courtesy of Trump National Golf Club |
VALUE $310 STARTING BID $75
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![]() A Night on the Town |
Discover Downtown L.A. with a $200 lunch gift certificate at Café Pinot, two tickets to one performance at the Mark Taper Forum or the Kirk Douglas Theatre and access to purchase two prime location house seats at the Ahmanson Theatre, and a one-night stay at the JW Marriott at LA LIVE. Café Pinot, featuring lush greenery and an excellent view of downtown, is perfect for pre-theatre dining. After lunch, catch a show at The Mark Taper Forum, known for its impressive number of Tony Award-winning and Pulitzer Prize-winning plays. (Restrictions: Patina - Café Pinot certificate not redeemable for tax and gratuity, cannot be redeemed for cash and is not replaceable if lost or stolen, and cannot be redeemed for alcoholic beverages.Valid until May 2012. Center Theatre Group – the certificate cannot be exchanged for cash, nor combined with any other promotional discount, nor applied to the purchase of other tickets or subscriptions. Be aware that for some dates, promotional and complimentary tickets may be sold out and/or not available at the time of redemption. Tickets may not be exchanged for another performance after redemption of the certificate. The certificate is good through May 2012. Hotel restrictions: JW Marriott – certificate cannot be used at other hotels. Expires May 30, 2012.) Retail Value: $300, Starting Bid: $75 Courtesy of Patina Restaurant Group, JW Marriott at LA Live and Center Theatre Group |
VALUE $550 STARTING BID $130
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![]() Men's Sport Black Dial Stainless Steel Watch |
This timepiece features inlaid black onyx bezel, a black dial and stainless steel base with fold-over clasp with push button date. When fully charged, this watch will run for 180 days without additional exposure to light and is water resistant up to 30 meters. Retail Value: $525, Starting Bid: $130 Courtesy of Citizen Watch Company of America, Inc |
VALUE $525 STARTING BID $130 |
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![]() Citizen Diamond and Platinum Watch |
Enjoy this classy diamond and platinum tone solid stainless steel case and bracelet with a scratch and shatter resistant mineral crystal. This watch never needs a battery as it charges in sunlight or indoors as you wear it. When fully charged, it will run for 180 days without additional exposure to light (180-day power reserve). It is water resistant to 30 meters and has 40 diamond accents. Retail Value: $515, Starting Bid: $130 Courtesy of Citizen Watch Company of America, Inc |
VALUE $515 STARTING BID $130 |
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![]() Citizen Diamond Watch |
Enjoy this classy diamond and platinum tone solid stainless steel case and bracelet with a scratch and shatter resistant mineral crystal. This watch never needs a battery as it charges in sunlight or indoors as you wear it. When fully charged, it will run for 180 days without additional exposure to light (180-day power reserve). It is water resistant to 30 meters and has 20 diamond accents. Retail Value: $400, Starting Bid: $130 Courtesy of Citizen Watch Company of America, Inc |
VALUE $400 STARTING BID $100 |
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![]() Men’s Eco-Drive 180 Stainless Steel Watch |
Enclosed in a stainless-steel gold-tone case, this timepiece has a black dial and stainless steel base with fold-over clasp with push button date. Additionally, when fully charged, this watch will run for 180 days without additional exposure to light and is water resistant up to 30m. Retail Value: $265, Starting Bid: $65 Courtesy of Citizen Watch Company of America, Inc |
VALUE $265 STARTING BID $65 |
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![]() Women’s Eco-Drive 180 Stainless Steel Watch |
Enjoy this beautiful and classic time piece. Enclosed in a stainless-steel case, this watch has scratch resistant mineral crystal, is water resistant up to 30 meters. A member of Citizen’s unique Eco Drive family, this watch will continuously recharge itself for a lifetime of use. Retail Value: $250, Starting Bid: $65 Courtesy of Citizen Watch Company of America, Inc |
VALUE $250 STARTING BID $65 |
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| FOOD & WINE PACKAGES |
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![]() Specialty Hungarian Wine |
Own this exclusive set of six bottles of Hungarian wine. This world-famous wine is cited in the Hungarian national anthem. It is a sweet, topaz-colored wine that was formerly known throughout the English-speaking world as Tokay. This natural Aszu wine is produced by the addition of individually selected grapes affected by “noble rot,” which concentrates the grape's sugar. Retail Value: $150, Starting Bid: $35 Courtesy of the Consulate General of Hungary |
VALUE $150 STARTING BID $35 |
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![]() Premier Argentinean Wine |
Enjoy 12 bottles of this top premium wine from Goyenechea vineyard. A wine of very high structure, good body, characteristic complex for guard. The spicy wine has a light fragrance to vanilla, chocolate and dry fruits. Retail Value: $140, Starting Bid: $35 Courtesy of the Consulate General of Argentina |
VALUE $140 STARTING BID $35 |
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![]() Bottle of wine and Book by Ante Verzotti "Split" |
Enjoy a glass of 2007 Bibich Reserva Croatian wine while looking through the pages of Ante Verzotti`s “Split”. This red wine is made from a premium selection of the finest grapes grown on Croatia's Adriatic coast and aged for 18 months in French oak. Unique and potent, with a prominent body holding aromas of sour cherry, coffee, tobacco, toast and finally spices such as pepper, sage, and peppermint; the color is pomegranate and the taste prominent, rounded and chocolaty. The wine is best served with game, roast meat, noble ripe cheeses and proscuitto. Retail Value: $100, Starting Bid: $25 Courtesy of the Consulate General of Croatia |
VALUE $100 STARTING BID $25 |
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![]() Fine Romanian Wine |
Enjoy six bottles of fine Romanian wine obtained from specially selected grapes, made into wine by traditional methods, in small-capacity containers. The wine is intensely colored, has the rich flavor specific to this variety, a balanced tannin content and a pleasant, slightly bitter acidity, giving it remarkable roundness and a velvety feel. Retail Value: $60, Starting Bid: $15Courtesy of the Consulate General of Romania |
VALUE $60 STARTING BID $15 |
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![]() Nestle Gift Basket Value |
Spoil your taste buds with a variety of products from Nestlé USA. Gift basket includes an assortment of Nestle’s most enticing products. Willy Wonka chocolate bars, After Eight chocolate mints, and Sno-Caps are some of the brands that make this a most indulgent and irresistible treat. Retail Value: $50, Starting Bid: $15 Courtesy of Nestle |
VALUE $50 STARTING BID $15 |
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![]() Russian Heritage Package |
A leading power covering one-sixth of the earth, Russia is a land of countless riches. Learn all about its history, culture, religion, traditions and pastimes in these fascinating books, dedicated to Russia's turbulent past, exciting present and confident future. The package also includes an authentic Russian hat. Retail Value: $200, Starting Bid: $50 Courtesy of the Russian International Business Corporation |
VALUE $200 STARTING BID $50 |
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![]() Paramount Pictures Gift Package |
This exclusive set from Paramount Pictures includes two t-shirts from "Paranormal Activity 2" and "The Fighter," "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" collection book, and five DVDs including "The Fighter," "Morning Glory," "Paranormal Activity 2 the Uncut Version," "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" and "Star Trek." Retail Value: $175, Starting Bid: $40 Courtesy of Paramount Pictures |
VALUE $175 STARTING BID $40 |
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![]() "Since 1959" Barbie Collector Fashion Model |
The "Since 1959" Collection commemorates famed vintage fashions, re-invented for a new era. Barbie® doll is always the dramatic, superlative star. The Stunning in the Spotlight™ Barbie® Doll is ready for her close up in a recreation of the 1960's Solo in the Spotlight® fashion with a modern twist. Retail Value: $160, Starting Bid: $40 Courtesy of Mattel |
VALUE $160 STARTING BID $40 |
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![]() Bohemia Artwork Vase |
Enhance your home decor with this elegant and unique Bohemia crystal vase that will make your room dazzle with its highest quality. The vase features hand cut details for added sparkle, clarity and transparency. Retail Value: $120, Starting Bid: $30 Courtesy of the Consulate General of Croatia |
VALUE $120 STARTING BID $30 |
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![]() Pewter Vase with unique Thai design and A cookbook titling "The Principle of Thai Cookery" |
Own this unique Pewter vase with detailed Thai artwork. It is beautiful enough just sitting alone on your mantel or table. Add flowers to make a stunning display for your table or room. "The Principle of Thai Cookery" book—a beautifully presented encyclopedia of Thai cuisine—is also included. Informative, instructional and inspiring, the book includes 57 recipes that cover the essentials of Thai cuisine. Retail Value: $100, Starting Bid: $25 Courtesy of the Royal Thai Consulate General |
VALUE $100 STARTING BID $25 |
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![]() Classical Chinese Cloisonné Tea Set |
Chinese Cloisonne started as a traditional art form started many, many years ago. Cloisonne, which is a French-derived word for "compartments," is a technique for decorating objects by inlaying copper, silver or gold wires into the object in compartments which are visible in the final product and separate the colors and artwork place on the object. Bid on this beautiful example of Chinese craftsmanship and culture. Retail Value: $60, Starting Bid: $15 Courtesy of Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China |
VALUE $60 STARTING BID $15 |
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![]() Discover Germany Book |
Explore Germany’s diverse regions with articles from well-known authors in Discover Germany. This book provides insight into Germany’s vibrant cities, amazing architecture, enchanting medieval villages, traditional villages and regional specialties. Retail Value: $40, Starting Bid: $10 Courtesy of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany |
VALUE $40 STARTING BID $10 |
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