Who We Are
At OLIANA Experience, we’ve curated an exceptional and expanding portfolio of premium Japanese wine and whisky brands that seamlessly blend traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation.
Our Mission
At OLIANA Experience, our mission is to curate and deliver exceptional Japanese premium products that blend tradition and innovation.
Our Vision
Be the preeminent Japanese luxury brand that celebrates the time-honored craftsmanship of Japanese culture while leveraging its rich history of innovation to enhance life’s special moments.
We are Committed to…
Quality and Craftsmanship | Our products must represent the best of Japanese quality and craftsmanship, always focused on delivering the best experience.
Operating with Integrity | We believe in doing what we said we would do. We value honesty and transparency as we hold ourselves accountable and build trusting relationships.
Creating Meaningful Partnerships | Vital to our existence is our relationship with our partners including manufacturing, distribution, and customers. As we collaborate across the value chain, we will always honor and respect our partners and how we support each other’s goals.
To Our People | We believe our people are our greatest asset and part of a work family that supports our team’s development in reaching their full potential.
Our Leadership Team
Rooted in the richness of diversity, our carefully selected leadership team comes together with a wealth of expertise spanning beverage alcohol and consumer packaged goods. This collective experience, coupled with immense passion, propels OLIANA Experience to the forefront of the Japanese premium wine and spirits industry.
Taichi Seki
Taichi, a native of Japan, began his career as a prized and globally ranked MMA fighter. After retiring from his professional fighting career, he began working in the spirits industry and developed a passion for Japanese fine wine and spirits in 2018. He became a Master Distiller and worked with the most preeminent distilleries and vineyards in Japan and curated an impressive line of fine wines, rare whiskies, brandies and sakes to bring to the US and international markets. Recognizing the demand and growth for more Japanese luxury and premium products, Taichi launched OLIANA Experience in 2022.
Founder & CEO
Sol Clahane
Sol has extensive beverage industry experience having worked for Coca-Cola Enterprises and Pepsi Cola. Her career in the spirits industry began in 2011 when she joined Brown Forman as Vice President of US Chain Sales. She later joined Pernod Ricard as US Vice President and General Manager for national accounts. Prior to joining OLIANA Experience, she was the Vice President and General Manager for Canopy Growth Corporation where she worked with Martha Stewart to launch her line of CBD products among other brands in the US. In addition, she served on the US board of Directors for Stotz and Bickel. Sol has been with OLIANA Experience since its founding and has been instrumental in working with Taichi to launch the OLIANA portfolio in the US.
Chief Operations Officer