Our Mission

GUIDING PEOPLE
TO A LIFETIME OF ADVENTURE

by producing and distributing inspiring, travel and educational content
with the most trusted experts

Our Core Values

are reflected in who we are
as a company, how we conduct
business and our customers.

Passion and Commitment

We are passionate about our work and strive for excellence. We are committed to doing things to the best of our ability, to hitting deadlines, and to over-delivering on our promises whenever possible.

Embrace and Encourage Change

The media landscape (and our world) is changing quickly and constantly, which is why we embrace and encourage change. Having the courage to look ahead, anticipate change, and evolve proactively is essential for remaining competitive. There is also tremendous opportunity that comes with change, along with the satisfaction that comes from being part of a dynamic team.

Fair and Square

We believe a fair deal is the only deal to make. Fairness is the foundation for gender and racial equality, and for the development of any strong, longterm relationship. We treat others the way we expect to be treated. We are open, honest and direct in our dealings.

Work hard and Have Fun

We believe that a healthy balance between work and play leads to increased happiness, which has a profound impact on all parts of one’s life. When it’s time to work, we work hard, while fostering a fun, positive, high-energy work environment.

Give a Care

We care. Whether it’s an environmental issue, a social issue, a health issue or other, we show respect and consideration for others and are sensitive to the potential impacts of our actions..

Leadership Group

Ken Whiting ✕ Brendan Mark
Sam Burrows ✕ John Deming ✕ James McBeath

SALES and marketing

Stefanie Manton ✕ Malvin Young ✕ Adam Best
Amy Luscombe ✕ Jenna Hill ✕ McKenzie Dolan ✕ Evan Burgess ✕ Denys Zeldin

PRODUCTION

Alicia Wilson ✕ Katie Murray
Mat Willder ✕ Luc Alary ✕ Franny Plumridge ✕ Alex Heaslip

POST – PRODUCTION

Laura Rodriguez ✕ Marcio de Almeida Alves ✕ Marcos Vanzillotta
Manuela Paipilla Ortiz ✕ Kevin Richard ✕ Cody Bachmann ✕ Lucas Millecco

finance

Inga Ten Broeck ✕ Vicky Martel

Our Story

In 1997 Ken Whiting won the World Championships for Freestyle Whitewater Kayaking.  It was shortly after that he began publishing instructional books and DVDs marking the early beginnings of Heliconia, and, more importantly, the solidifying of it’s mission to get more people outdoors and into healthy lifestyles.  Ken’s instructional product line eventually grew to represent other experts, other outdoor niches and, in the early 2000’s, forayed into feature films and TV production.

Since then, Ken and his new business partner, Brendan Mark, have found themselves producing inspiring adventure episodes shown across many of the leading television and digital networks.  Over the past 20 years, each new project produced by Heliconia has been inspired by Ken’s early mission and the end result are vast communities of viewers, followers and supporting partners connected by Heliconia’s inspiring mission to “Guiding people to a lifetime of adventure.”

Today Heliconia’s shows are seen in the U.S. on Outside TV, the Discovery Channel, Bally Network, PBS and other outdoor specialty networks.  Each of our projects are hosted by celebrated storytellers and influencers who work with a passionate team of video producers to publish outdoors and adventure travel content that inspires and educates consumers, while providing promotional value to tourism organizations and outdoors-oriented brands.

Heliconia’s headquarters remains nested in Beachburg, Ontario, Canada … just minutes from the mighty Ottawa River, where it all began. 

#Heliconia

People love seeing our adventures in living color throughout the year.  We are lucky to be able to share stories with all our followers and subscribers over many social networks. Heliconia invites YOU to share your posts showing YOUR adventures by tagging #heliconia or @heliconiaproductions to be featured on our channels.