Formerly an operations manager with Kodak, Scott is 15 years into a second career as a freelance content creator – writing, photographing, and recording music for television. Stuck somewhere between minimalist and maximalist tastes, he loves the history of design, even if he can’t quite establish his own.
Sean is the Managing Director of Livabl.com, a digital home buyer hub that helps aspiring purchasers learn about their local real estate markets, from economic trends shaping housing to new condo projects coming to nearby neighbourhoods. Equal parts experienced writer and digital marketing strategist, Sean currently resides in Toronto where he’s involved with a number of real estate industry and city-building initiatives.
WanderingInYYC, created by Shabina and Adi, is Calgary’s go-to guide for discovering the best the city has to offer. From hidden gems to must-try eats and unique experiences, they bring Calgary to life through authentic and engaging content.
Sharmila Perera is an immigration specialist and international recruiter by profession. She has successfully established her own business Ann Arbour Consultants with offices in Canada and internationally in Asia and Dubai. She's passionate about writing, designing living spaces and traveling to exotic destinations.
Shaun Bernstein is the owner and Chief Storyteller of The Write Stuff Agency, based in Oshawa, Ontario. A journalist and lawyer by training, he focuses on helping business and professionals tell their stories better in a way that keeps their clients reading. Shaun's own story includes playing copious amounts of trivia, and a lot of half-finished home improvement projects.
Having covered communications, the environment, design and lifestyle for several years, journalist Sophie Lachapelle has a passion for real estate, architecture and interior design. She is also the founder of Quelle Histoire!, a company specializing in household linen that tells the story of local products. She has a keen interest in the optimization of small spaces, sustainable development, DIY and practical, chic and playful design solutions.
Stefani is a multimedia content strategist and storyteller with experience at some of Canada's top agencies and publications.
Stephanie is a freelance writer and copy editor who focuses on minimalism, sustainability, health and wellness, and the ins and outs of homeownership. A former city girl who traded her condo for a house in Innisfil, Ontario, you can follow her @stephcervone as she renovates her home and adjusts to small-town living.
Tamara is a Toronto-based freelance writer who works with real estate brokerages, REALTORS® and condo developers on everything from market insights posts and buyer and seller resources to fun neighbourhood profiles and serious tips for smart real estate investment. She’s a bit of a real estate nerd – one who gets a kick out of scrolling through listings, checking out new developments, and even heading to the occasional open house.
Tara has been working in market research, strategy, and digital marketing for nearly 20 years. She is also a homeowner who has bought, sold and leased properties through REALTORS®, renovated and redecorated spaces to varying degrees of success, and is generally passionate about interior design.