Rivanna Report
Crystal Mario, Rivanna’s Founder and CEO, was named a Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts in recognition of her work building a purpose-driven business. The RSA Fellowship honors global leaders working to create a more just, resilient, and sustainable world.
Meet Kristina Schultz, Rivanna’s principal designer. From her early days as a refugee to leading our creative direction, Kristina’s vision has shaped every award we make — from FSC®-certified classics to custom, one-of-a-kind designs.
Our Artisan Glass Awards began as a collaboration with Blue Ridge artist Neil Duman. Handblown, locally made, and now shipped carbon-neutral, these awards celebrate craftsmanship, sustainability, and the power of thoughtful design.
How do we turn woodshop scraps into award-winning design? Meet HappenStack, BoardWalk, and HighStakes — three popular trophies born from our commitment to reuse, creativity, and FSC®-certified materials.
Kristina and Anelya arrived in Charlottesville as refugees in 2004. In this moving CBS19 profile, they share their family’s journey — and how meaningful work, community support, and the chance to begin again helped them thrive. Kristina Schultz is Rivanna’s principal designer.