Green Parent Chicago Contributors

Green Parent Chicago was founded in April 2008 by Christine Escobar. Here are some of our past and present contributing writers:

Kellen Marshall-Gillespie, mom of 3 is an entrepreneur, author, aspiring film maker and pursuing her Ph.D in ecology at the University of Illinois at Chicago. As a native Chicagoan she is dedicated to not only her family but to educating and empowering the urban communities on the wonders of the earth and the environment.

Manda Aufochs Gillespie, a.k.a. The Green Mama, consults with businesses and families, teaches green living classes in the Chicago-land area, and offers inspiration on living green with kids through her blog, podcasts, and website. Her work has been published locally in Conscious Choice, Chicago Parent, Chicago Living, and on the web at Alternet.org, lgpshow.org, and amotherworld.com.

Shawna Lee Coronado is an author, locally syndicated newspaper columnist, health, and greening expert focused on teaching and living a green lifestyle. She blogs on conservation, greening and health tips at www.gardeningnude.com. Information on her books and other media can be found at www.thecasualgardener.com.

Lisa Soare is a freelance writer and a mom. She lives in the north suburbs with her husband and daughter. You can read more about her efforts to craft a more sustainable life at her blog www.diygreener.blogspot.com.