Change is shaped by the stories we tell and the community we build. Founded as a hub for vegan advocacy and conscious lifestyle, The Honest Whisper relies on a beautiful network of minds to fuel our mission. Below, meet the operational team shaping our daily content, the board of directors anchoring our non-profit governance, and the independent creators who bring our activism to life through art, photography, and design.
Operations & Creative Team
Laura Warner
Founder & Executive DirectorLaura is the heart and soul behind The Honest Whisper and pours her passion into every aspect of it. She’s not just the founder; she’s the creative engine, the tech guru, the storyteller, and the cheerleader, all rolled into one. From designing & maintaining the website to writing blog posts and even creating the clothing lines, she’s built this brand from the ground up. Her vision and dedication are what make The Honest Whisper truly special. You can dive deeper into her journey and inspiration on the about page. Laura’s commitment to building a genuine and supportive community shines through in everything she does.
Maria Cristina Campian (Cristina The Activist)
WriterWe are honored to feature the vital work of Maria Cristina Campian, a Romanian-born abolitionist writer whose voice is essential to our mission. Cristina brings a profound depth to the topics of animal liberation, feminism, and ethical accountability. Her perspective—shaped by migration and a remarkable resilience—challenges us all to confront normalized harm with courage. We deeply value her collaboration and the integrity she brings to every piece she writes.
Board of Directors
Vikki Lenola
Board ChairLaura Warner
Board Member
Kasia Cieryt
Board MemberCollaborators
We have had the opportunity to work alongside some incredibly talented and compassionate vegans who deserve a spotlight of recognition. The journey of the last decade hasn’t been a solo one; it has been shaped by the creative minds and dedicated activists who share our vision for a kinder world. We are honoured to introduce some of the collaborators who have helped bring our mission to life.
Julius Sandor
PhotographerProfessional photographer and vegan animal rights activist. Julius was a cornerstone of our early journey, capturing the imagery for our very first storefront launch. His talent for blending professional fashion photography with the raw spirit of animal rights activism helped define our visual identity from the very beginning, when we were developing our lookbook.
Vikki Lenola
Model / Dancer / Activist / Publicist / Vegan & Sustainable FashionistaFounder and Director of The Vegan Fashion Show and a dedicated animal rights advocate with a specialized focus on protecting animals exploited by the fashion industry. Vikki has been a pillar of support since our earliest days, helping us launch our first storefront and appearing in our debut lookbook. From being a featured designer in her fashion show to our shared history in grassroots activism, we are profoundly grateful to collaborate and have her on the team.
Ray Cruzzola
Founder of World Change MediaProfessional director, videographer, and editor. Ray is the founder of World Change Media, a platform dedicated to media campaigns that not only inform but connect deeply with audiences, inspiring them to take action. We are incredibly lucky to have Ray’s expert eye behind the lens for several of our featured article images.
Ashlynn Doljac
ArtistWe are incredibly proud to collaborate with Ashlynn Doljac, a gifted artist and the co-author of the cookbook Wholly Seeded. Ashlynn’s work is a cornerstone of our visual identity, and we are honoured to support her vision by featuring her stunning, wholesome illustrations on our shirts, bags, and prints. You can explore her exclusive collection at our TeeMill storefront.
Netharshana Tharmalingam
ArtistWe are thrilled to collaborate with Netharshana (Netha) Tharmalingam, an emerging, self-taught Mississauga artist whose work—featured throughout our blog header images and captioned with direct links to support her—blends whimsical illustration, darker aesthetics, and symbolic storytelling. Grounded in a deep vegan philosophy and her roots organizing animal rights events in Mississauga and now supporting ones in Toronto, Netha draws inspiration from everything from nature and storybooks to tattoo art and hardcore music to explore themes of healing, empathy, and our relationship with animals. Showcasing her art is our unique way of amplifying local vegan creators, encouraging artistic expression, and inviting our readers to reflect on compassion and justice for the natural world.
