Helen Siwak, EIC & Publisher

Helen Siwak has built her career at the intersection of luxury, media, and entrepreneurship, guided by an instinct for opportunity and an unwavering belief that storytelling is a powerful economic force. As the founder of EcoLuxLuv Communications & Marketing Inc. (ELL Comms), she leads a media company designed not simply to publish, but to position — creating digital hybrid magazines that function as strategic assets for the individuals and brands featured within them.

At the centre of her luxury portfolio is Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine, launched in 2019 as an ad-free, editorially driven digital platform celebrating design, fashion, travel, hospitality, wellness, and entrepreneurial excellence. Conceived with intention, Folio.YVR was built on a unique distribution architecture that extends far beyond traditional digital publishing. Through layered newsletter strategy, press syndication, and social amplification, combined with international licensing agreements with Asian news agencies, the title has achieved exponential growth while maintaining its refined West Coast voice. In 2025, readership had increased by more than 2,000 percent in a single year, surpassing 3.5 million reads  and establishing Folio.YVR as Canada’s only digital luxury magazine officially partnered with the Luxury Lifestyle Awards (World Luxury Chamber of Commerce).

Her entrepreneurial instinct predates her publishing success. From founding In Hell’s Belly, Vancouver’s first hybrid arts, culture, and activism magazine in 1989 to managing artists and working across independent film and television, Helen developed an early fluency in narrative, talent, and brand value. In 2012, she launched Kitsilano Kitty’s Closet, later evolving it into TheCloset YVR in Gastown, refining her understanding of luxury curation and consumer psychology within the designer resale market.

In 2023, she expanded her media ecosystem with PORTFOLIO.YVR Business & Entrepreneurs Magazine, focused on founder-led storytelling. By 2025, she had assumed editorial leadership roles with LIV Magazine’s British Columbia titles and West Coast Weddings Magazine, elevating regional narratives across fashion, wellness, travel, and culture.

In 2026, Helen further extended her influence by launching a media brokering division within ELL Comms, leveraging her expansive network to connect brands with respected digital platforms (Retail-Insider.com, UrbanAsian.com) and national business media partnerships. Each venture reflects a consistent philosophy: luxury is not only aesthetic, it is strategic.

Known for her creative intensity, operational discipline, and global perspective, Helen continues to build platforms that merge visibility with credibility. At heart, she remains an entrepreneur — one who sees publishing not as an endpoint, but as infrastructure for opportunity.

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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Adam Frewer, Cultural Ambassador at Large
Senior Account Manager

Adam Frewer is the Cultural Ambassador at Large for Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine and Senior Account Manager for EcoLuxLuv Communications & Marketing Inc., where he works directly with the Editor-in-Chief and Publisher to support strategic growth across the company’s portfolio. He brings a globally informed perspective to West Coast luxury, culture, and experiential storytelling.

With an international career spanning London, Los Angeles, Toronto, Mexico City, São Paulo, and Vancouver, Adam is known for producing immersive experiences that connect heritage brands, creative talent, and discerning audiences. His portfolio includes collaborations with internationally recognized names including Dior, Boss, Apple, Netflix, and the English National Opera, as well as projects alongside Michelin-starred chefs and award-winning musicians.

Guided by a philosophy that defines luxury through intention, authenticity, and refinement, Adam focuses on experiences that resonate on a cultural level rather than relying on excess. At Folio.YVR, he plays a pivotal role in shaping cultural narratives, fostering creative partnerships, and elevating Vancouver’s understated approach to modern luxury.

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 Instagram!

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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.

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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!