Crystal Mario Named RSA Fellow

Originally published in 2019. Crystal Mario, our Founder and CEO, was named a Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts in recognition of her work building a purpose-driven, socially responsible business. We’re proud to share this moment as part of our company’s story.

Crystal Mario, Founder and CEO of Rivanna Natural Designs, Inc., has been named a Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts, Manufactures, and Commerce (RSA).

The RSA, based in London, UK, was founded in 1754. Its mission is to enrich society through ideas and action. Fellowships are granted to individuals who the RSA deems to have made outstanding contributions to social progress and development. RSA Fellows are identified by the post-nominal letters FRSA.

The RSA has elected more than 29,000 fellows from 80 countries. Past and present RSA Fellows include Charles Dickens, Benjamin Franklin, Stephen Hawking, Nelson Mandela, Marie Curie, and Dame Judi Dench.

"The RSA Fellowship means a great deal to me and to our team at Rivanna Natural Designs," said Mario. "For almost two decades, we've been dedicated to creating a business that is a force for good in the world. We're proud of our achievements, and we also recognize that there is much more that we can and must do. I appreciate the opportunity to learn from, and collaborate with, the global network of RSA Fellows. It's an honor to be in the company of so many accomplished individuals who actively seek to create fulfilling lives and a flourishing society for all."

Today, Crystal continues to guide Rivanna as we expand our impact — designing and crafting awards that reflect not just achievement, but shared values. Her RSA Fellowship is both an honor and a reminder that business can be a powerful force for positive change.