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Helen Siwak: EIC & Publisher’s Message – Issue #09

Launching each issue of Portfolio.YVR Business & Entrepreneurs is one of my favourite parts of the publishing process because it gives me an opportunity to reflect on the entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders who make this magazine what it is. This edition brings together ten remarkable individuals whose careers span technology, media, caregiving, creative services, and the ever-evolving world of modern entrepreneurship. Their stories are not simply profiles. They are lessons, reminders, and sparks of possibility.

We begin with Vina Tsai, founder of VT Consulting Group, whose clarity and strategic insight continue to help businesses navigate complexity with confidence. Her work is a powerful example of how thoughtful guidance can reshape an organization’s trajectory.

From there, we move into the world of cybersecurity innovation with Marko Sarunac of IncudoLABS Inc. His commitment to automation, resilience, and secure digital futures shows what visionary leadership looks like in a rapidly shifting landscape.

Storytelling takes centre stage with celebrated TV host, producer, and media training expert Fiona Forbes, whose decades-long career reflects a deep understanding of human connection. She reminds us that communication is not only a skill, but a lifelong practice.

In Victoria, digital marketer Jessy Savage demonstrates what it means to build an authentic, community-rooted business in an industry that changes every hour. Her approach is both grounded and forward-looking.

Vancouver author and book whisperer Sandra Nomoto brings a different type of insight. Through her work helping writers share their stories with intention, she reflects the very heart of creative entrepreneurship.

We also spotlight Toby Tannas, whose brand LIV Lifestyle Co. blends modern luxury with everyday joy. Her entrepreneurial path shows how passion evolves into purpose.

Delegation expert Jordan Eaton, founder of BOSS Assistants, offers a reminder that growth is far more sustainable when business owners allow themselves the support they deserve.

Author and digital culture contributor Jess Singh gives us a window into the creative mind. Her stories explore emotion, identity, and the threads that tie modern life together.

In the care sector, Rebecca Biernacki of EverKind Homecare Support illustrates the impact of compassion-led service, elevating expectations for community care across British Columbia.

Finally, Shawn Miller, the driving force behind Young Hip & Married, brings us into the world of modern ceremony, where intention, individuality, and meaningful connection guide every celebration.

As you read this issue, I hope you feel inspired, understood, and perhaps even a little more energized about your own path. These ten individuals remind us that there is no single way to build a life or a business, only the way that feels true to you.

All my best,

Helen Siwak
Publisher, Portfolio.YVR Magazine

Author Profile

Helen Siwak, Collaborator: This story is created in collaboration between Helen Siwak and the featured subject. As the founder and publisher of Portfolio.YVR Business & Entrepreneurs Magazine, Helen works closely with entrepreneurs to share their paths of innovation, resilience, and growth. Each story in this series is co-developed through interviews and first-person insights, blending authentic voices with Helen’s editorial expertise to highlight the remarkable individuals shaping British Columbia’s business landscape.