Full name: Whitney Lauritsen
Residence: San Francisco, CA
Home state: Massachusetts
Education: Major in film production and minor in psychology at Emerson College
Vegan since: September 2003 (vegetarian since May 30, 2003)
Bio:
Whitney Lauritsen is many things: journalist, filmmaker, photographer, social media guru… but most of all she is an eco-conscious vegan. She dedicates her time and energies to spreading awareness about how to make healthy eating choices and develop a planet-friendly lifestyle.
Whitney graduated from Emerson College in 2004 with a degree in film production. After several years of working in the industry she discovered a passion for journalism and launched the Eco-Vegan Gal website in 2008. She combines these skills and enthusiasms to produce video content on wellness and sustainability, which has resulted in a wildly successful channel on YouTube. Whitney has also been tagged in Social Media circles as a rising star: Mashable named her one of the Top 75 Environmentalists to Follow on Twitter, and she was included in Twitter’s list of Top 10 Eco Hotties.
In addition to sharing her tips on being kind to your body and to the earth on Eco-Vegan Gal, Whitney is a regular contributor to various health and green outlets. Her articles have appeared in Organic Authority, Women's Conference, EcoStiletto and Healthy Bitch Daily, she is the former host of Ecorazzi’s Good Gossip YouTube series, and she has appeared on shows such as Blythe Raw Live. Additionally, her film background led her to assist the filmmakers behind acclaimed documentaries Forks Over Knives, FUEL and The Big Fix, and you can find her photography, cinematography and editing projects on sites like Elephant Journal.
Originally from Massachusetts, Whitney now makes her home in San Francisco, where you can often find her photographing vegan food or in front of her computer broadcasting the good word.
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Whitney graduated from Emerson College in 2004 with a degree in film production. After several years of working in the industry she discovered a passion for journalism and launched the Eco-Vegan Gal website in 2008. She combines these skills and enthusiasms to produce video content on wellness and sustainability, which has resulted in a wildly successful channel on YouTube. Whitney has also been tagged in Social Media circles as a rising star: Mashable named her one of the Top 75 Environmentalists to Follow on Twitter, and she was included in Twitter’s list of Top 10 Eco Hotties.
In addition to sharing her tips on being kind to your body and to the earth on Eco-Vegan Gal, Whitney is a regular contributor to various health and green outlets. Her articles have appeared in Organic Authority, Women's Conference, EcoStiletto and Healthy Bitch Daily, she is the former host of Ecorazzi’s Good Gossip YouTube series, and she has appeared on shows such as Blythe Raw Live. Additionally, her film background led her to assist the filmmakers behind acclaimed documentaries Forks Over Knives, FUEL and The Big Fix, and you can find her photography, cinematography and editing projects on sites like Elephant Journal.
Originally from Massachusetts, Whitney now makes her home in San Francisco, where you can often find her photographing vegan food or in front of her computer broadcasting the good word.
Press Photos: click here to view and download
Credentials and Recognition:
- Host of ecorazzi's Good Gossip
- Contributing writer on Organic Authority
- Veganista for Ecostilleto
- Alicia Silverstone's The Kind Life: tuna salad (kinda) by eco-vegan gal!
- Quote in VegNews magazine March+April 2010
- Mashable - Green Tweets: 75+ Environmentalists to Follow on Twitter
- Sexy and Green: Top 10 Eco Hotties on Twitter | NBC New York
- Hydro Life Magazine
- Friday Featured Friend on MiniMonos
- Rose Pedals Vegan Weddings - featured photographer
- Evolving Wellness in Action
- Eco Chick
- Live Natural, Live Well radio show
- Vegan Consultant Spotlight
- Allison's Gourmet
- Optimistic Vegan
Video Appearances:
- Blythe Raw Live
- EcoRazzi
- Neat Informercial
- Larry Cook's videos 1, 2, and 3
Guest Posts:
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What inspired you to become vegan?: A friend sparked my curiosity and I literally became vegetarian overnight. About 6 months later I gave veganism a try, and loved it. Since then I've been constantly educating myself on how to be the best vegan I can be!
- Why did you start the blog?: I found myself talking about veganism and the environment all the time, and I didn't have an outlet. I was inspired by my friend Siel's blog Green LA Girl, so I just got on Blogger and started writing. A few months later I started doing videos because of my film background, and the rest is history!
- How do you make monetize the blog?: I don't really. I have a few advertisers and affiliates, and I do freelance writing for other sites. Mainly, I run the blog off of pure love. : )
- Will you review my products/company or do coverage of my event?: If they're eco-friendly and/or vegan, I'd love to! Please email me to discuss the details.
- How long will it take you to review my product/company?: Depends on my work load and if you have a deadline. I give priority to event coverage and product/company launches since they're time sensitive.
- Can I use your photos and/or videos on my website?: I usually say yes as long as you credit me and link back to this site.
- How can I get my event listed on your calendar?: email me!
- Will you link to my company or blog's website?: If it's eco-friendly and/or vegan, then I would be happy to, especially if you return the favor. Please send me an email.
- Are you interested in writing/doing guest posts for other websites and publications?: Yes! Send me an email to discuss.
