Viva Bella Events

Viva Bella - A Beautiful Life

At Viva Bella, we believe in celebrating people through thoughtful, well-crafted moments that fuel a passion for life. Based in Cincinnati, our incredible team has produced inspiring and innovative experiences around the globe for over 20 years. Our event planning company specializes in creating unforgettable moments for both personal and corporate events, from intimate family weddings to over-the-top black-tie soirees and corporate awards. We collaborate with you to design and execute a unique event tailored to your vision. Our expertise allows you to be fully present, so you and your guests can feel, experience, and remember life's most beautiful moments.

The Viva Bella Team

Dora Manuel, Owner + Event Designer

Dora Manuel has over 20 years of experience in business leading and event planning. Before starting Viva Bella in 2006, she spent 10 years in brand building and business development for a Fortune 500 company. Since then, she has created memorable events for her clients, bringing an air of excellence, elegance, and professionalism to everything she touches. Dora has personally planned or overseen the production for over 200 events at Viva Bella ranging from 25 to 5,000 guests at venues ranging from boats to stadiums to hotels and convention centers, nationally and globally.

Steven Manuel, Creative Communication Director

Steven Manuel is a creative communication director with a passion for storytelling. Steven's expertise in visual and written communication helps bring Viva Bella's events to life. With a keen eye for detail, Steven ensures that every event is executed with precision and style.

Cheri Stammen, Designer

Cheri Stammen is a designer with a talent for transforming spaces. With a background in interior design, Cheri brings a unique perspective to Viva Bella's events. Her expertise in space planning, color theory, and texture allows her to create breathtaking environments that reflect each client's vision.

Our Services

At Viva Bella, we offer a range of services designed to bring your vision to life.

• Corporate Events - We specialize in creating unique and memorable corporate events that leave a lasting impression on your guests. From product launches and galas to conferences and team-building events, we collaborate with you to design an event that aligns with your brand and goals.
• Weddings - We understand that your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. That's why we work closely with you to design a wedding that reflects your style, personality, and vision. From the initial consultation to the final send-off, we ensure that every detail is executed with precision and elegance.
• Coaching - We offer event planning coaching services designed to help you plan your own event. With our expert guidance, you'll learn the ins and outs of event planning, from budgeting and vendor management to timeline creation and day-of execution.

Our team's expertise and experience allow us to provide exceptional service and attention to detail. We take the time to listen to your needs and collaborate with you to design an event that exceeds your expectations.

Testimonials

"Wow! What an incredible weekend you guys pulled off. We truly can't thank you enough for making Sari & Alex's dream wedding weekend come true! It was absolutely beautiful, and we know you all put in countless hours of hard work. We truly appreciate all that you did. All our guest were raving about every event and said that not a single detail was missed!" - Scott & Mary Farmer, Parents of the Bride

"Viva Bella is the premier event planning company to work with. They know how to take your ideas and bring them to life, as they work their creative magic and remain ever mindful of the details. As a client, I appreciate their ability to listen to our needs, while providing us with options to "dream big." It's been a true pleasure working with Viva Bella. We are thankful for their genius ideas, passion for events, and ability to understand your clients' needs." - Sue Ballard & Bridgette Brant, Cincinnati Children's Hospital, Celestial Ball