Helen Siwak, EIC & Publisher
Helen Siwak is a passionate storyteller and strategic content creator who thrives on crafting meaningful narratives for brands, publications, and personalities. As the founder of EcoLuxLuv Communications and Marketing Inc., she leads a media company specializing in designing, launching, and publishing digital hybrid magazines that serve as marketing vehicles for the individuals and businesses featured within their pages. She is the publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine (2019) and PORTFOLIO.YVR Business & Entrepreneurs Magazine (2023), two ad-free hybrid publications that elevate local voices through compelling storytelling and sophisticated editorial design.
In 2025, Helen expanded her editorial leadership, taking on the role of Associate Editor and Brand Agent for West Coast Weddings Magazine, supporting the revitalization of its print and digital presence. She also became Editor-in-Chief of LIV Magazine’s three British Columbia titles, overseeing content direction and elevating regional storytelling across fashion, wellness, travel, and culture.
With a sharp focus on strategic growth, Helen has led Folio.YVR to a readership increase of over 2,000% in 2025 alone, with over two million reads in the first six months of 2025. She has signed international licensing agreements with Asian news agencies and positioned Folio.YVR as Canada’s only digital luxury magazine officially partnered with the Luxury Lifestyle Awards (World Luxury Chamber of Commerce)—cementing the title’s global presence and credibility.
Helen’s publishing journey began in 1989, shortly after arriving in Vancouver, when she founded the city’s first hybrid arts, culture, and activism magazine, In Hell’s Belly. She quickly established herself in the underground scene, managing artists in music and TV/film and contracting in entertainment law. By 1998, she was writing, producing, and casting, for Canadian indie film and television, managing bands and appearing on red carpets at VIFF, TIFF, Cannes, and SXSW.
Over the years, Helen has interviewed global icons such as Giorgio Armani, Pamela Anderson, Martin Sheen, Bryan Adams, Andrew Gn, Stefano Ricci, and Thierry Mugler, as well as notorious figures including Larry Flynt, Raif Adelberg, Ron Jeremy, and Marilyn Manson.
In 2015, she acquired BLUSHVancouver and transformed it into a highly trafficked mid-market women’s lifestyle brand. After selling the company, Helen contributed to publications such as Daily Hive, Boulevard Magazine (English and Chinese editions), Montecristo, and Retail Insider, before shifting her focus fully to her own media and marketing platforms.
Known for her obsessive creativity, problem-solving acumen, and vast international network, Helen continues to push boundaries in digital publishing and brand storytelling. Her work bridges luxury and sustainability, with a relentless drive to uplift the voices and ventures that are shaping the future of conscious living.
Reach Helen at helen at folioyvr.com or by cell 778-847-3011.
Helen Siwak Portfolio on Authory
Helen Siwak in the Media:
Retail Insider – Partnership PSNEWS Korea – 01/06/25
EINPRESSWIRE – PSNEWS Korea Licensing Agreement – 01/07/25
PSNEWS Korea – Interview – 11/26/24
URBANASIAN – Spotlight – 12/06/24
Retail Insider – Post-Pandemic Luxury Retail Market – 05/03/22
Retail Insider – Rise of Pre-Owned Luxury Fashion – 03/09/2020
Retail Insider – Boutique Marketing Company Launches Folio.YVR – 03/2019
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Jade Massie, Brand Agent
As Brand Agent, Jade will strategically guide partnerships, facilitate meaningful collaborations with leading luxury brands, and serve as a dynamic liaison between Folio.YVR and the vibrant community it champions. Her role extends beyond traditional representation—she will be instrumental in identifying emerging opportunities that align with the magazine’s vision and values, ensuring that every collaboration reflects the sophistication and innovation synonymous with the Folio.YVR name.
Looking ahead, Jade will also spearhead the curation of exclusive events and immersive experiences designed to engage our discerning readership in new and inspiring ways. Whether through elevated brand activations, curated editorial series, or community-driven initiatives, she will help amplify the voices of the individuals and companies shaping Vancouver’s evolving luxury landscape. Her presence signals a bold new chapter for Folio.YVR—one focused on deeper community integration, elevated storytelling, and expanded global influence.
Reach Jade at theambassador at folioyvr.com or by cell 778-829-7123.
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Aradhna Singh, Luxury Correspondent (Middle East)
Aradhna Singh is a dynamic creative and marketing professional recently relocated to Vancouver. With a background spanning luxury lifestyle, retail, hospitality, and business, she brings a rich, international perspective to her work. Aradhna has worked extensively across Dubai, Kuwait, and Qatar, where she developed and executed campaigns for high-profile brands in the luxury sector. A graduate of the Instituto Marangoni in Paris, she has also produced editorial work featured in PhotoVogue Italia, Ellements Magazine NY, and Elegant Magazine. Her multidisciplinary experience and global sensibility make her an ideal collaborator for 2025 expansion initiatives, particularly as a key connector between Vancouver’s luxury market and the Middle East.
Dawn Chubai, Contributor
Dawn Chubai is widely recognized as a longtime host on Vancouver’s Breakfast Television and as a National TV Home Shopping host on TSC (The Shopping Channel). In addition to her on-screen roles, she is the founder of King Willow Management Inc., where she specializes in media and on-camera performance coaching. Through her Live Selling School programs, Dawn is also actively shaping the future of the live commerce industry, collaborating with both small businesses and emerging talents to navigate this evolving space. Reach Dawn through her IG (@dawnchubai) or send a message via her website HERE!
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Ritchie Po, AI/Tech Contributor
Vlad Xanthopoulos, Vancouver Vices
Vlad Xanthopoulos hosts Cocktails & Cigars for Folio.YVR’s Vancouver Vices column and contributes stories to Folio.YVR that celebrate a city that enjoys a good smoke and anything on the rocks. A dedicated cigar connoisseur and tequila enthusiast, Vlad explores Vancouver’s indulgent offerings, highlighting premier retailers and the best spots to unwind. With a focus on refined experiences, his series is an essential guide for aficionados seeking luxury in the city. Connect with him on IG: @vancouvervices.
Jan Van Vianen, Travel Correspondent 
Known for his fierce style and the founder of Too Femme 4 Them, Jan Van Vianen is a West Coast creator, model, actor, and influencer. As an ambassador for Folio.YVR, Jan can be found at luxury hospitality and fashion events representing. As part of his influencer journey, this fashionista has partnered with Viktor & Rolf, Mine & Yours, Vintage After Death, and Hotel Zed.
Follow Jan Van Vianen on his Instagram!
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Jeremy Kasdorf, Chewie Media, Web Development for EcoLuxLuv
Jeremy Kasdorf (Chewie Media) is a full-stack website developer and designer with a Bachelor of Science in Interactive Arts from SFU Surrey. With a passion for both entrepreneurship and web design, he loves the freedom to tackle problems, craft unique websites, and see the positive impact on clients’ businesses. At Folio.YVR, Jeremy drives our digital development strategy, expertly guiding us in building a powerful online presence through advanced SEO optimization, strategic linking, and custom coding, fueling our growth year after year. Whether it is creating a professional site for a growing business or a bespoke e-commerce shop, Jeremy is dedicated to building websites that make a difference.
Reach Jeremy through the Chewie Media website HERE!