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People of Portfolio.YVR Volume 2 | Issue 4

PORTFOLIO.YVR: Ritchie Po is the Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Lawyer Your Company Needs

Helen SiwakMay 24, 2025May 26, 2025

Ritchie Po is a privacy and technology lawyer who can be independently hired for a contract, fixed-term, time-and-materials, or consultancy basis. Ritchie holds both Canadian (CIPP/C) and European / GDPR...

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PORTFOLIO.YVR: Kris Krug and Future Proof Creatives Seek to Prove Human & AI Compatibility

Helen SiwakMay 24, 2025May 26, 2025

Kris Krug is a boundary-pushing Creative Explorer, an intuitive Tech Whisperer, and a tenacious Culture Hacker. In the fabric of the digital era, where technology often overshadows humanity, Kris has...

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PORTFOLIO.YVR #4: Helen Siwak, Publishers Message

Helen SiwakJune 24, 2024December 16, 2024

With every issue of Portfolio.YVR Business & Entrepreneurs Magazine published, I take great pride in championing the visionaries and innovators who are the bedrock of our business community. Each story...

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PORTFOLIO.YVR: Shelina Mawani is Pushing Nana’s Kitchen Into a New Phase of Expansion

Helen SiwakJune 24, 2024September 16, 2024

Shelina Mawani is a resilient and successful businesswoman. Affectionally known as the "Samosa Queen," she is the visionary behind Nana's Kitchen,  a multi-million dollar company  producing gourmet handmade samosas  in Surrey,...

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PORTFOLIO.YVR: Reece Sims Launched SIP Spirits Consulting to Educate & Explore Opportunities

Helen SiwakJune 24, 2024September 16, 2024

Reece Sims is an entrepreneur, educator, and writer who focuses on drink trends, flavour pairings, and beverage market insights. As a former award-winning bartender and top Sales Manager for over...

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PORTFOLIO.YVR: Jordan Kallman Explores His Next Chapter as an Experiential Entrepreneur

Helen SiwakJune 24, 2024September 16, 2024

Jordan Kallman, a lifelong culture builder, is a master of the delicate balance between economic expansion and creative expression. His belief in the artistry of gatherings, even when they go...

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PORTFOLIO.YVR: Brittany Michalchuk Breathes Life into Networking with YVREC

Helen SiwakJune 24, 2024September 16, 2024

Brittany Michalchuk, the visionary and founder of the YVR Entrepreneurs Club, is a global force to be reckoned with. As a seasoned investor, she boasts a significant real estate portfolio, including...

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PORTFOLIO.YVR: Julie Vu on Growing Her Brand from Big Brother to Brand Ambassador

Helen SiwakJune 24, 2024September 16, 2024

Julie Vu is a well-known figure on YouTube, with her channel "Princess Joules" boasting 554K subscribers and a growing Instagram presence under her name with 226K+ followers. She is a...

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CELEBRATE: Luxx Nova’s Founders Tatiana Berdyugin & Natalia Khlystov Bring European Elegance to Yaletown

Helen SiwakJune 24, 2024August 1, 2024

Luxx Nova Bridal Boutique, based in Vancouver, BC, is the creation of co-founders and sisters Tatiana Berdyugin and Natalia Khlystov, established in 2017. With their extensive experience in the wedding...

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PORTFOLIO.YVR: David Wong Guides Oration Global in Being the Business Hub Everyone Needs

Helen SiwakJune 24, 2024September 16, 2024

Oration Global is unwavering in its commitment to providing a comprehensive range of services, dedicated to helping business owners not just grow, but also secure the funding they need, and...