What once began as one woman's dream, now has grown into one of the most renowned organizations of its kind, serving clients from every part of the world to plan their visit and corporate events in California's Wine Country. The territory we cover includes Santa Barbara NORTH into Carmel, San Francisco Airport, San Francisco, Sausalito/Marin County, Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino.

Established in the historic Wine Country in 1980, Viviani, Inc. has remained at the forefront of event planning in Northern California. Currently, our network of contacts and connections for event planning and production are unparalleled in the industry. As we approach our third successful decade, Viviani, Inc. focuses on setting even higher standards of excellence in service. We continue to build upon our personal and professional relationships with the regions' top resorts, renowned chefs, winemakers, educators and entertainers; relationships that have allowed us to consistently deliver our clients the most unforgettable events and tours in the country.

Linda Viviani, CEO and Founder of Viviani, Inc.
Since 1980, Linda Viviani has been the visionary leader and Chief Executive Officer for Viviani, Inc., the oldest and largest Destination Management Company in Northern California's Wine Country. Her influence and company have helped to shape the market in the wine region that appeals to high-end, discriminating clientele and corporate business.

Viviani, Inc. has been recognized by The Today Show, Food & Wine magazine, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, Neiman Marcus Entrée magazine, Bergdorf Goodman and countless local publications for its exclusive offerings and creative, customized itineraries.

Viviani, Inc. is a member of Virtuoso, an elite network of travel specialists which generates 4 billion dollars annually. Linda is also a member of the Napa Valley Vintner's Association, the Association of Destination Management Executives, Chaine Des Rotisseurs, Meeting Planner's International, International Society of Event Specialists, San Francisco Business Alliance and The Luxury Marketing Council.

Viviani, Inc. has also established exclusive partnerships with the MasterCard Priceless campaign, Abercrombie and Kent, the United Bank of Switzerland, Neiman Marcus In-Circle Rewards, TravelWizard, and Creative Leisure International.

In addition to leading a multi-million dollar company, Linda produces her own wine, Viviani Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, with the guidance of world renowned winemaker Nils Venge. Linda Viviani began her formal wine education as an apprentice under Robert Mondavi three decades ago and is now considered an expert in the profession. Linda has conducted cooking and wine classes with such luminaries as Julia Child and Tommy Smothers and is invited to lecture throughout the country on wine, food, and health.

Linda strives to be a conscientious contributor to society and an ambassador for the region. To these ends, Viviani, Inc. manages the annual V Foundation Wine Celebration which has raised over 21 million dollars for cancer research. Additionally, Linda works with John and Nancy Lassiter and Pixar Studios on philanthropic promotions.
Linda resides in Sonoma, California and has two grown children, Peter & Chelsea.

Keith Himmelman, Vice President A 33-year industry veteran, Keith spent 20 of those years in hotel operations, restaurants, convention management and catering. He joined Viviani, Inc. in 1996 specializing in incentive and corporate groups.

Kimberly Bailey Account Executive and Business Development Manager

Kelsey Silcox Executive Assistant

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