Your Event Team
At Monte Vista, we take your vision and help you turn it into reality seamlessly. Based in Santa Barbara, we take a locals approach to sourcing the perfect spaces and vendors for your event. Let us show you Santa Barbara's gems.
Our Team
The Monte Vista team is comprised of experienced and dedicated hospitality professionals in Santa Barbara.
Marina Anahita
Owner & Creative Director
Michael Johnson
CEO
Having landed on the shores of Santa Barbara, Marina describes herself as French-Californian, culturally, and is influenced by both the American and French Rivieras in her event design.
A nomadic upbringing as part of a family of international artists and designers shaped Marina’s aesthetic and eye for experience. Since graduating UCSB, Marina has curated a number of immersive public and private events in Santa Barbara and beyond including large concerts, film festivals, wellness retreats, weddings, corporate and brand events, and more.
Marina is also the founder of Sandala Experiences, through which she introduces guests to immersive sound experiences on the water including sound healing, acoustic melodies, and DJ sets. She is the creator of AquaFête, a music festival series on the water, now in its second year.
Beyond her work, Marina loves hosting her friends and plans long-table brunches al fresco, she DJ’s at events, local clubs, and outdoors, and creates lifestyle films that are reminiscent of French films in the 60’s.
A nomadic upbringing as part of a family of international artists and designers shaped Marina’s aesthetic and eye for experience. Since graduating UCSB, Marina has curated a number of immersive public and private events in Santa Barbara and beyond including large concerts, film festivals, wellness retreats, weddings, corporate and brand events, and more.
Marina is also the founder of Sandala Experiences, through which she introduces guests to immersive sound experiences on the water including sound healing, acoustic melodies, and DJ sets. She is the creator of AquaFête, a music festival series on the water, now in its second year.
Beyond her work, Marina loves hosting her friends and plans long-table brunches al fresco, she DJ’s at events, local clubs, and outdoors, and creates lifestyle films that are reminiscent of French films in the 60’s.
Samantha Lee
Administrative Assistant
We specialize in curated events.
Our team ensures that your event vision is brought to life.
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