Vivi Pineda, a multifaceted individual, is a Colombian-American actress, social activist, real estate professional, and tech enthusiast.
Born in Cartagena, Colombia, Vivi and her family relocated to Miami, Florida when she was just seven years old. This move sparked a lifelong passion for the arts, which manifested in her participation in school plays, dance groups, and drama clubs during her high school years.
Vivi's professional acting career began in 2008 with a recurring role in the popular Telenovela "El Rostro de Analia." What initially started as a side hustle blossomed into a decade-long career, with appearances in numerous films and television series, including "Pain & Gain," "Waves," and "The Glades."
Beyond her work in the film industry, Vivi is a seasoned real estate professional with extensive experience in the real estate sector. She has sold properties at the exclusive Fisher Island, a 216-acre ultra-luxury resort-style private island, and holds a Master of Real Estate Development and Urbanism degree from the University of Miami.
In addition to her professional pursuits, Vivi has developed a passion for technology, recently acquiring skills in Cloud Computing and earning certifications in AWS and Azure.
As a social activist, Vivi is deeply committed to various causes, including women's rights, environmental sustainability, and diversity and inclusion. She regularly volunteers with nonprofit organizations focused on addressing social issues, such as hunger and environmental degradation.
Vivi is a strong advocate for responsible AI, the metaverse, web3, and green technology. She also champions diversity and inclusion in the tech and entertainment industries, striving to ensure under-represented groups, including Latinos, are accurately depicted in the entertainment industry.
With a lifelong dedication to social justice, Vivi hopes to continue to see under-represented groups being represented accurately in the entertainment industry and to make a positive impact in her community.