Elva Zevallos Editor-In-Chief
Elva was raised in Lorain, Ohio then moved to Austin, Texas where she graduated from UT Austin with a degree in Education. She wrote for a number of high-profile entertainment and lifestyle digital magazines such as Hollywood Today and Hollywood Daily Star prior to starting LA ELEMENTS back in March of 2015.
Jenny Peters
Writer Jenny Peters graduated summa cum laude from Pace University with a Bachelor of Arts in Literature and Communications. Throughout her career she has written extensively on a variety of topics for various outlets including travel for Time Magazine and entertainment for The Wrap. You can follow Jenny on Twitter @jennpeters.
Serena Khahera
A first generation Indian-American, Serena was born and raised in the East Bay. She attended Cal State Long Beach, graduating with a degree in communication studies and a minor in Korean. A seasoned entertainment journalist and social media manager, Serena enjoys traveling, photography and long drives along our beautiful California coasts during her free time.
Kristen Kois
Writer/Photographer Kristen Kois is originally from South Bend, Indiana but has since traded Indiana cornfields for Los Angeles skyscrapers. In her spare time she paints in primary colors, explores used bookstores with her partner, and juggles the affectionate demands of her three cats. Kristen graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English and Illustration from Grace College. To view more of Kristen’s photography and illustration work, please visit her site.
Jerry Gelb
Graphic and tech specialist Jerry Gelb brings a wide range of experience from the world of entertainment to his graphic design and tech work. He is an independent Mac, network and AV specialist- from home to corporate. JGTech projects have included specialty event programs; actor, photographer and company websites, video editing and more. Included in this mix is individual voiceover and group ADR and voice casting through his company, Ear-Whacks, having voice cast over 50 films in addition to one-on-one voiceover training, coaching, workshops, and VO reels. To contact Jerry for future projects, please visit his websites.
Debbie Sperry
Writer Debbie Sperry is the owner of The Girl’s Got Style, an online designer consignment resale shop and Inspiration Vintage, an online vintage designer clothing shop. Debbie is also a freelance consultant to the hospitality industry. She is also a Southern California native who attended Cal State Fullerton with a double major in Communications and Sociology. In her spare time, she volunteers for animal rescue groups and gives craps lessons.
Liza Rosales
Liza Rosales is a commercial/fashion photographer whose clients have included Anthony Mark Hankins from HSN, Michael Darwin Jeans, ,ALBA Legacy, Loaded Dock Resort & Swimwear, Chris & Carol, Margaritaville and more. Liza has covered STYLE Fashion Week, Art Hearts Fashion, Project Ethos and Concept for publications such as Hollywood Daily Star and Nationalist Magazine. She is also a sports photographer who has covered games for various universities, the OC Blues FC Soccer Club and the San Diego Chargers.
Dawen Huang
Tech consultant Dawen Huang’s extensive experience in web development has led to working with such notable companies as Pepsi, Vector Media and About.com IAC. A graduate of SUNY Purchase College, Dawen is also a photographer and has worked on short films and commercials as a cinematographer. To contact Dawen and view his photography and other creative media, please visit his website.