The latest episode of half-hour business luxury lifestyle magazine TV show “HOLLYWOOD TREND REPORT: LUXURY LIFESTYLE TV” aired again recently as seen on KTLA 5 out of Los Angeles and broadcast across USA and Canada on various cable carriers. The 30-minute magazine show covers those who are leading the way in the luxury world and those who are role models with highest level of business acumen.
Meet the Leaders from this Episode:
A European-style open air walkway juxtaposes Old World charm with modern luxury. Top retailers line the property including amongst others, such names as Tiffany & Co., Porsche Design, Jimmy Choo, Brunello Cucinelli, Lanvin, Stephano Ricci, Audemars Piguet, Richard Mille, Michael Kors, Peter Marco Extraordinary Jewels of Beverly Hills, Etro, and Westime, the home of the global world luxury brands where VIP service greets all.
In this episode, we also highlighted Swiss based La Maison Valmont, the world renowned anti-aging cellular leading product technology brand since the 1980’s (with roots back to 1915 in Switzerland.) It is the global luxury brand luxury hotel spas around the world. The legacy company is also known for their spas that combine the latest state-of-the-art anti-aging technologies and devices with their advanced products to create spa experiences that surpass far above others. They have opened their second North American spa/boutique at the prestigious Two Rodeo Drive and now additionally offer exclusive house-call treatments, concierge home services throughout Beverly Hills and in Los Angeles (website below)
Also covered in this episode we took you to the vacation destination Los Cabos, Mexico, Baja California Sur and visionary powerhouse businesswoman Vanessa Fukunaga, Owner, President & CEO of Engel and Volkers Snell Real Estate. Based in Los Cabos, her firm services the country and is the top luxury realtor in all of Mexico. Nearly 3.6 billion in sales and counting. It’s no wonder. Funkunga is a veteran expert across real estate and is a celebrity in the luxury world. At the same time she is the the owner and publisher of Ocean Blue World magazine, a publication of who’s who and brand after brand with celebrities gracing each cover but this not just a magazine, it is a global networking platform. Funkunga is elegant and bold. Exceptionally astute. A relentless drive that has built teams that have turned them into the #1 luxury real estate brokerage in the country. Here, top-tier advisors and elite clientele are buy-ing and selling at the highest level. This is what I deem – a true – luminary luxury leader (more below.) I always say the teams are the result of the leader and when the leader is as on it as much as Vanessa, there is no question the firms and their leaders will reach Luminary Luxury Leader status.
Also covered on this episode was the power lunch hot spot for Hollywood, The Grill on the Alley Beverly Hills. Since opening in the mid 80’s this is has been the place for the see and be seen power deal making. Here agents, lawyers, Hollywood brokers, directors, producers, managers gather to discuss business. From the days of Lucy and Desi dining, to Frank Sinatra snd Dean Martin – this has been known as the power lunch place and now power dinner too. Today, it is busier than ever when so many other restaurants are struggling. The reason for its success in these times now? Yes, the standards are consistent to opening day and the room is as vibrant as ever but Giorgio Sease – is responsible for a lot of its continued success in these tough restaurant and business economic times. I say – this longtime GM creates the tick to the tock. With a staff of sharp and dedicated long time employees, and serious ownership that remains decided to the history of the place, they know every guest name and make them feel like they are home. THAT is what every restaurant must still learn in today’s reality. People want to feel welcomed but now – they also want a safe haven where they matter coupled with a great meal and a warm inviting staff. The Grill on the Alley Beverly Hills – the historical pedigree is far reaching for today’s business person and making deals. A real luminary leader – Power Place.
PHX Architecture was one of my Luminary Luxury Leaders this episode for its Founder Erik B. Peterson who has transformed luxury hotel by luxury hotel, luxury home by luxury home. They specialize in high-end, innovative design that is as distinctive as each client. His vision and his teams efforts are superior. Stunning work. Global level. Peterson prides himself on creating an entire experience for the client. They call it concierge service. He guides far more than just on your bricks and mortar (ooops…rather….Carrera marble and Murano glass.) PHX Architecture is based out of Scottsdale, Arizona and Beverly Hills and does work across 10 states. Peterson tailors designs for each client’s specific needs, producing buildings that I say speak and breathe ‘luxury living at its highest level.’ They specialize in luxury lifestyle projects including bespoke residential, golf clubhouses, resorts, dining and spas. Peterson’s designs have won numerous industry awards and he and the firm have been continuously published across the country.
Innovative and first of a kind, at this level, Comfy Dental Studios in Beverly Hills is the new concept in density where luxury meets dental clinic meets relaxation spa. Meditative offerings, dental acupuncture and state of the art dental services are what this offers. I sat down with former civil engineer (yes, civil engineer) turned cosmetic dentist Dr. Sarah Sabokpey (founder of The Comfy Method that she is launching across the US to dental practices.) We spoke about how this new concept in dentistry that she calls ‘lifestyle medicine’ dental (covers beyond the mouth and looks at the whole body) She says so many ailments are created by the teeth and the gums – and that whole body medicine is a must. All she offers science-based and clients are flocking. Sabokpey has created a spa-like dental practice in Beverly Hills that makes you want to come back to the dentist time and time again (now that is a first 🙂 She is known for her exceptional functional “Smile Makeovers” – that transform the face. She has an eye. She sees beauty. From her veneers and bonding, to full reconstruction or just fillings and state-of-the-art cleanings that also whiten – Dr. Sara, as she is known, is one of a kind. Comfy Dental Studios is now the proud supporter for athletes of the US Cycling Track Sprint Program. They take all PPO insurance and service all ages and have been making a name for themselves.
And we were in conversation this week with the prominent over 100 year old Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce, a leader in guiding businesses to awareness. I sat down with CEO & President Todd Johnson who spoke about the state of business today in these uncertain business times of tariffs and gave some wise advice about having a Plan B and a Plan C and a backup to the Plan D 🙂 – already – drawn up for when the next business problem arises. Rich in tradition and rich in accomplishment, the Chamber of Commerce helped to create the brand known around the world as Beverly Hills. On May 1, 1923, 60 people gathered from the community in the first meeting of what would quickly become the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce. I am happy to work with them on their business luxury teaching PR seminar “State of Luxury Power Panel Series with Ann Shatilla.”
More below…
VisitLosCabos.travel
SnellRealEstate.com
OceanBlueWorld.com
PHXarc.com
TheGrillonTheAlley.com
LaMaisonValmont.com
ComfyDentalStudios.com
BeverlyHillsChamber.com
More below as issued by Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate:
LOS CABOS, MEXICO. July, 2025/–Vanessa Fukunaga, Owner, President & CEO of Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate, was recently featured on Hollywood Trend Report: Luxury Lifestyle TV, as seen on KTLA out of Los Angeles. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist and global TV news producer Ann Shatilla, this independent TV program spotlights the Luminary Luxury Leaders of 2025, with Fukunaga featured for her visionary leadership in luxury real estate and media.
🌟 Originally aired Sunday, June 29 as seen on KTLA 5 across the U.S. and Canada
💼 Innovation. Leadership. Global Luxury.
🎥 Watch the full segment now and see how Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate continues to lead the conversation in global luxury.
ANN SHATILLA, THE EMMY-AWARD WINNING FORCE IN LUXURY MEDIA
@hollywoodtrendreport
Ann Shatilla is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, global TV news producer, and respected Strategic Communications and Crisis Management PR consultant based in Beverly Hills. A powerhouse in luxury media, Shatilla is the producer and host of the independent Hollywood Trend Report: Luxury Lifestyle TV—as seen on KTLA—where she covers industry trailblazers and influential voices across the high-end space. With laser-focused, hourly attention on the luxury sector, Shatilla continues to shape the narrative of today’s elite lifestyle media.
View the feature on Ann Shatilla in the recently released 40th edition of Ocean Blue Magazine.
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ABOUT HOLLYWOOD TREND REPORT: LUXURY LIFESTYLE TV
Hollywood Trend Report: Luxury Lifestyle TV is a 30-minute luxury TV business news-style magazine show produced and hosted by veteran journalist Ann Shatilla. Airing on KTLA 5 and syndicated across more than 80 markets throughout North America, the program delivers an insider look at the latest lifestyle trends shaping the luxury landscape. With a focus on the business, inner workings and glamour of Hollywood, the show covers a wide range of elite topics—from five-star living, travel, and dining to cutting-edge tech, wellness, fashion, and high-end real estate. Whether reporting from Rodeo Drive, Malibu, the Sunset Strip, or beyond, Shatilla highlights the people, products, and places defining modern luxury culture—shining a spotlight on those who are truly leading the way.
RISING INFLUENCE. EXPANDING RECOGNITION
As Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate celebrates continued success in 2025, this wide-reaching television feature marks another powerful moment for the brokerage and its fearless luminary luxury leader, Vanessa Fukunaga. Her appearance on Hollywood Trend Report: Luxury Lifestyle TV highlights a year already marked by innovation, recognition, and growing global visibility.
Read more about Fukunaga and her latest award win with The European, a prestigious London-based business and trade media authority, where she was named 2025 Luxury Real Estate Powerhouse—further affirming her influence across the global luxury landscape.
Connect with Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate and be part of what’s next in global luxury. For more information please contact:
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