Our Team
Meet Valerie
Welcome to RavenSong, an Indigenous wellness brand born from the rich cultural heritage of Haida Gwaii. Founded by Valerie Lamirande, also known as Silnga a Jaada, or "Creative Girl," our brand is deeply rooted in honouring cultural knowledge, community spirit, and wellness. Transitioning into the role of mentor, Valerie is undergoing a knowledge transfer mentorship program with Cody and Alissa, allowing for RavenSong to continue the legacy of Authentic Indigenous story-telling that celebrates international award-winning pristine cold processed soaps.
Meet Cody
Cody Assu a member of the Haida and We Wai Kai First Nation. Co-Founder of RavenSong, Cody is leading the production of artisan soaps.Cody Assu a member of the Haida and We Wai Kai First Nation. Co-Founder of RavenSong, Cody is leading the production of artisan soaps. On land, Cody is apprenticing under the venerable Valerie Lamirande, whose mastery of cold-processed soap making spans over twenty-five years. On sea, Cody continues the proud legacy of his Chinaay (grandfather) as skipper of the Haida Girl, a commercial seine vessel that has been a cornerstone of the Assu family for generations.
Meet Ali
Alissa Assu is a member of the Nisga'a and Wet'suwe'ten First Nation. Co-Founder of RavenSong, Alissa is the founder and owner of West Coast Wildflowers and Bear Essential Oils. Outside of entrepreneurship, Alissa volunteers with the North American Indigenous Games, BC Transplant, Canadian Blood Services Society and is the lead National Patient Partner (Kidney Transplant Recipient) with First Nations Health Authority and St. Pauls Hospital.