About Us

The When is Now is comprised of a team of people committed to making our world better. We are working for justice, equality and empathy.

Michelle Fiordaliso, Creator | Writer 

Michelle is a writer and executive coach who has spent her life committed to transformation and creativity. She is a practitioner of Vedic meditation and loves puns.

I feel most present when connecting with others, taking care of animals, being in nature or sitting in a cafe with a notebook and my pencil case.

My hope for the world is that people will realize our interconnectedness and provide freedom and justice for all .

For a full bio on Michelle Fiordaliso, MSW

Brian Eng, Editor | Consultant 

Brian lives in Santa Monica, California and works in music management.  His interests include surfing, singing and playing bar trivia.  He attended Williams College and Wharton. 

I feel most in the present when I am catching waves or playing music. 

My hope for the world is for everyone to love and value themselves, the people around them and the environment we live in.

Chloe Hsu, Graphic Design

Chloe is a Los Angeles-based storyboard artist, illustrator and designer. She loves telling stories and making stuff.

I feel most in the present when I’m listening to myself and being self-aware of what I need and being honest with other people. I’ve realized that vulnerability isn’t a bad thing and the importance of communication. That’s why telling stories is so important to me.

My hope for the world is for everyone to be given a chance regardless of the circumstances they’re in. As cheesy as it sounds, I would love for everyone to feel comfortable and happy with themselves as individuals. I believe that through taking care of ourselves, people will be able to inform their actions and give back to the community.

For more of her work - visit her website.

Paco Medina, Featured Artist

Paco is a Mexican-American queer artist from Houston, Texas. His interests include singing, theatre, photography and digital media. He currently attends the University of Houston where he is studying communications.

I feel most present when I am going for a run outside. I am able to take in nature around me and be one with my thoughts. 

My hope for the world is that we can all allow ourselves to open our hearts to each other a more. I also hope there are more opportunities for the voiceless. There are so many unheard important stories waiting (and wanting) to be told.

Created all original illustrations on the site. For more of his work — visit his Instagram.

Anni Spacek, Intern | Film 

Anni is a junior at East Hampton High School and an aspiring filmmaker. Her interests include photography, experimental film and environmentalism. Her most recent film, A Voice for the Future was a finalist in the Climate Changemaker Teen Film Festival. She hopes to study film in Los Angeles for college and continue making art with a purpose. 

I feel most in the present when I am being creative in nature. Using the environment as inspiration allows me to take in all that is around me.

My hope for the world is a dramatic change in our ways of consuming and treating the Earth’s resources. I also hope for a sense of unity and respect for all, despite cultural, racial or economic differences.

For more of her work — visit her Vimeo.

Megan White, Intern | Film

Megan is a junior at East Hampton High School. She’s passionate about all things music and film, and spends her free time immersing herself in the two. She hopes to make a future out of her passions.

I feel most present when surrounded by friends and family, or simply when captivated by music.

My hope for the world is that every human can learn to express understanding and compassion towards each other and act with kindness first. I hope everyone can learn to accept each other for who they are and practice unity and support.