Lavanya has spent more than 15 years producing stories for leading publications and companies that inform, inspire, and drive positive change.
A former New York City civil litigation professional turned award-winning journalist and editor, she specializes in travel, conservation, pet welfare, veterinary industry reporting, and corporate ESG and sustainability writing. She brings a unique blend of investigative rigor, analytical thinking, and creativity to every project.
Her move to Boulder, Colorado, has deepened her connection to the natural world. She has traveled across six continents and more than 40 countries, always seeking stories that reveal the connections between people, places, and wildlife.
Recognition
🏆 SATW Foundation Lowell Thomas Award for Excellence in Travel Journalism
Categories: Service-Oriented Consumer Work (2022) and Environmental and Sustainable Tourism (2023)
🏆 Travel Unity Trailblazer: Applied DEI Nomination (2024)
Lavanya’s work has appeared in
Featured Stories
Testimonials
★★★★★
“Lavanya is a brilliant storyteller and passionate conservationist. Her entire ethos centers around writing with a purpose, uncovering and telling stories that matter, and giving voices to those who don’t always have a voice.”
Ashley M. Halligan, Founder of Pilgrim Magazine
★★★★★
“Lavanya is an inspired, prolific writer and editor. As a writer, her passion for her subject matter comes through in the form of creative, original story ideas and clean, engaging prose. As an editor, she’s always able to bring stories to life by strengthening themes, filling holes in reporting, and smoothing bumpy transitions. And as a colleague, Lavanya is positive, upbeat, and reliable!”
Wendy TOTH, Writer, editor & Content strategist
★★★★★
“Her work necessitates meditations on the collective condition of our species, and the relationships we have with other species and with our planet. Therefore, I strongly recommend her work to anyone who is looking for high-quality and refreshing verve in writing.”
Vinodh Valluri, Sustainability Consultant
Services
Whether reporting from the field, developing a content strategy, editing a manuscript, or crafting a feature story, Lavanya believes authentic storytelling has the power to build understanding, inspire action, and leave a lasting impact. Her work is grounded in rigorous research, thoughtful analysis, and a commitment to producing content that is both engaging and meaningful.
Article Writing and Editing
Destination Content Development
Content Strategy and Branded Content
Veterinary and Pet Health Writing
Editorial Consulting and Project Management
ESG/Sustainability Reporting
Children’s Books
Inclusive Communications Consulting
Manuscript Developmental Editing & Publishing Support
Interested in working together?
Get in touch: Lavanyasun@gmail.com
Snapshots from the Wild
