The Viva Bella Team | Your Creative Partners
Meet the visionary designers and detail-driven planners behind Cincinnati’s most extraordinary events
Dora brings over 20 years of business and creative leadership to the art of event planning. Prior to founding Viva Bella in 2006, she spent 10 years in brand building and business development for a Fortune 500 company. Her deep familiarity with the corporate world has informed her approach as a trusted creative partner to companies large and small.
meet dora
Owner & President
At Viva Bella, Dora has personally overseen the production for over 400 events both nationally and globally, at venues ranging from boats, to stadiums, to hotels and convention centers. Dora brings an air of excellence, elegance, and professionalism to everything she touches.
Dora’s work has been featured by many national publications and outlets. Under her leadership, Viva Bella has won eight industry awards for their outstanding events, including the prestigious ILEA Esprit Award. Dora was recently recognized with the John F. Barrett Entrepreneur Vision Award for leadership, professional achievement, and continuous, invaluable contributions to her workplace and community. Dora has also been welcomed as a guest speaker at her alma mater, Texas A&M’s new event planning department.
When she’s not producing stunning events, Dora enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, living out her faith, and rooting for her beloved Aggies.
Our Team
Steven has worked as a producer for over 20 years, bringing his expertise to stage productions, plays, concerts, and more. His skill and experience led him to create his signature workshop, Potent Presentations, where he trains executive teams on their content and delivery style. At Viva Bella, Steven lends keen creative insight to all our productions, including the content for featured speakers. While our planning team takes care of the overarching logistics, Steven is a trusted resource for crafting compelling and inspiring messaging.
Creative Communication Director
Steven Manuel
Cheri Stammen brings over 15 years of creative experience and brand development to the Viva Bella team. She has overseen large-scale projects for a wide-market of needs and can always be counted on for her perceptive eye for detail, space-transforming vision and an uncanny ability to spin the traditional into something truly memorable. Cheri is a trained graphic designer and a natural competitor—a double-punch that brings a passion for perfection to every project. She finds it thrilling to be a part of a team executing events from the initial creative concept to real-life production.
Designer
Cheri Stammen
Jill Sorn has over 5 years of experience in planning and executing corporate training meetings and events for groups ranging from 40 to 1,500 attendees. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communications and Marketing, and combines that background with a passion for creating meaningful, well-executed events. Jill loves seeing an event come to life. From the initial idea to the final moments, she takes pride in making the planning process smooth and enjoyable for the clients. Her strong attention to detail, ability to adapt quickly, and commitment to great customer service make her a trusted and dependable event partner.
Event Coordinator
Jill Sorn
Whether it’s an elegant ballroom wedding or a vibrant corporate party, every event is an opportunity to bring people together. Through intentional planning and creative design, we create a space where guests can be fully present and engaged. From delicious catered dinners to unexpected entertainment and thoughtful design touches, every Viva Bella event leaves a memorable impression.
our philosophy
The best events leave guests feeling connected, delighted, and inspired
Anything less than perfect isn’t good enough. We ensure every detail is picture-perfect and meets our high standards of excellence.
At the heart of every event, you’ll find our
Excellence
We anticipate every need while also seeking opportunities to surprise and delight. We go above and beyond what is expected.
Hospitality
We push the envelope, always seeking fresh inspiration and ideas. Our creativity is first and foremost inspired by our clients, whose ideas and ethos set the groundwork for our innovative designs.
Design
We’re always aiming to grow as people: in building relationships, communicating effectively, and evolving into the best version of ourselves. Who we are outside of the event world makes us all the more capable of serving our clients with the utmost care and attention.
Personal Growth
core values
“Words can’t describe how much we loved working with Viva Bella. From start to finish, they made the planning process an enjoyable experience. Thank you for making our wedding picture perfect! We love you guys!”
-Alyssa and Robbie Barnett, Wedding
“Thank you to you and your amazing team for making the Banquet spectacular! All the credit goes to you and your team. I have received nothing but compliments on everything from the draping to the floor.”
Gretchen Troxell, Eagle Financial Services
“I just wanted to send a big thank you to each of you for making our event so successful. People loved the activities, the décor, the music, etc. Thank you so much for all your effort in making the day enjoyable and fun for all of us!”
Allison Connaughton, CTI
A remarkable event starts here
We have produced some incredible events over the years, but it’s the people along the way that are forever in our hearts. Our clients mean the world to us, and it’s an honor to be entrusted with bringing their visions to life. We hope you’re next! Inquire to tell us more about your event and get started.
