Our Staff
David Webster
Senior Editor
David began his career in the entertainment industry in the late 1970s. He laid a strong foundation under the mentorship of Billy Jolson, daughter of the legendary Al Jolson—widely regarded as “The World’s Greatest Entertainer.”
In his early years, David immersed himself in every facet of film production. From line producing and film packaging to managing daily production operations and distribution, he gained invaluable hands-on experience behind the scenes. https://whiteowlfilms.com
With a steadfast focus and decades of dedication, David also took on the role of Senior Editor at IPA Magazine—a position he's held for over 40 years. The emphasis of the magazine is on travel, fine dining, local eateries and entertainment. This allows David and his team to share insights and experiences from their journeys around the globe.
Joseph Chandler
Co-Founder, Chief Journalist, Recording Artist, Photographer, Free Lance Writer, Member of NWU (National Writers Union) and IAPP (International Association of Press Photographers)
Joseph has been with IPA Magazine travel since 2010. He's an accomplished Recording Artist as well as singer and keyboardist. He’s also written music for many other Recording Artists and Big Bands, including Bob Hope’s 100th birthday song. He’s pitched songs for Journey(Steve Perry) as well as NFL Highlights, Scott Teaguarden and many others. Some of Joseph’s favorite interviews have been with Tommy Shaw of Styx, Peter White and Mindi Abair. Joseph is managed by M and M Production https://mandmproductionsinc.com/joseph-chandler/. Joseph has appeared on several television talk shows with radio interviews both in Europe and America.
Toby Neal
Staff Journalist, Award winning Author, Photographer
Tobys the bestselling, award-winning author of over 50 books in various genres. She writes an ongoing travel newsletter with 20k+ subscribers as well as lifestyle and travel articles for various other outlets. She enjoys adventure, culture, food, art, and luxury, using her descriptive talents to bring whatever she experiences to life. She's also a talented photographer and visual storyteller who inspires others to step out of their comfort zones into new things as she shares and recommends them. https://tobyneal.net
Linda Lee
Assistant Editor, Staff Journalist, Photographer, Videographer
Linda has been with IPA since 2012. She loves meeting people and has interviewed many Owner’s and Managers of dining, lodging and entertainment arena’s. She earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Dietetics and Nutrition.
As you read our articles on IPA Magazine Travel, they embrace your senses and engage you as though you were actually there!
Linda has travelled to 13 countries in Europe and experienced many other cultures. Travel has been a part of her life for many years. Her favorite assignments have been cruises to Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Alaska and the Greek Islands.
Cary Hardwick
Staff Journalist, Speaker, Radio Host, Consultant
Cary is a luxury lifestyle and travel blogger and vlogger celebrated for his vibrant storytelling, captivating visuals, and refined palate. His journey began in the restaurant industry at just 15, eventually leading him to co-own Spaghettini in Seal Beach, California—one of the nation’s top-rated restaurants and live entertainment lounges. https://spaghettini.com/
After decades of culinary and entrepreneurial success, Cary expanded his creative vision into global travel. Through his platform, he shares immersive experiences that blend curiosity, luxury, and authenticity—whether he’s exploring Norway’s fjords, sipping espresso in Rome, or uncovering hidden food gems in Portugal.
Together with his wife Joy, Cary co-founded C.J. Studios, a consulting and promotions company helping entrepreneurs and creatives elevate their brands through intentional storytelling and strategic marketing. His content frequently features meaningful conversations with chefs, artists, and fellow travelers, offering a deeper look into the cultures and flavors that inspire him.
Nancy Dunmire
Staff Journalist, Free Lance Writer, Photographer
Nancy has continued pursuing the love of new adventures, sights and sounds throughout her life, embracing the joy of travel throughout our nation and the world at an early age.
She's always felt deeply grateful and fortunate to have discovered countless cultures, breathtaking events, and to have met beautifully unique people along her journey.
Her passion for writing has included exposes, interviews, reviews and articles, written with the hope that others might also pursue the beauty of life.
Adding to her own travels, as a travel agent for over fifteen years, she's led her clients to the finest travel destinations, events and experiences in the world. Nancy and her husband are currently traveling the United States, often traveling off the beaten path, loving surprises and penning articles on every aspect of domestic travel. http://www.connectingtravels.com/
Ray Fite
Staff Journalist, Film Maker, Photographer, Script Writer
Ray currently resides in Maui, where he's been active in the film industry for over 20 years, working both in front of the camera as an actor and behind the scenes. His career has taken him from the islands of Hawaii to the hills of Kentucky, collaborating on numerous film and television projects alongside some of the industry’s most recognizable stars.
Before immersing in film, he had the privilege of working as a byline journalist for the Salinas Californian newspaper. His focus was on special-interest sports such as bodybuilding, snow skiing, karate, and surfing—non-mainstream areas that introduced him to a fascinating array of people and stories. That early passion for storytelling and unique human experiences continues to guide his work today.
It’s this same curiosity and love for travel that led Ray to join IPA Magazine Travel. His global work on films and documentaries allows him to explore diverse cultures and landscapes, capturing both visual and narrative stories that inspire and connect.
Jack Hafer
Staff Journalist, Speaker, Producer, IPA Board of Directors
Jack Hafer is a member of the Producers Guild of America and producer of the award-winning feature film, To End All Wars (2001) starring Kiefer Sutherland and Robert Carlyle. It won Best Picture at the Heartland Film Festival, was awarded the Commander in Chief Medal of Service, Honor and Pride by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and showcased at the 2003 Cannes Film Festival Cinema for Peace.
Hafer is currently CEO of Boulevard Pictures. Previously he held the position of Vice President and General Manager of GMT Studios in Culver City, where he oversaw the complete operations at the state-of-the-art film studio, best known for film projects such as L.A. Story, Little Man Tate, Philadelphia Experiment, Predator and Tequila Sunrise.
Alan Hauge
Staff Journalist, Speaker, Author, Photographer, IPA Board of Directors
Alan Hauge is the founder GMT STUDIOS and has been their CEO for the last thirty nine years. Mr. Hauge won the prestigious "Telly Award" for the "To End All Wars," television ad campaign starring Kiefer Sutherland and Robert Carlyle. Hauge also produced and directed the made for television show "The Late Great Planet Earth" The shows success increased books sales to over fifty million (50,000,000) readers- making it the New York Times number one best seller of the 1970's. Recently Produced and Directed “James Dean American Legend," featuring Anthony Michael Hall, and is the only Hollywood Producer to ever read the lost diary of the screen legend, James Dean.
Mr. Hauge is also set to direct "James Dean: The Movie," a major feature film, based on the first and only screenplay ever approved by the family of James Dean.
Julianna Danson
Staff Journalist, Author, Public Speaker
Sun, Sand & Surf is the first comprehensive guide of its kind, showcasing the stunning coastline of Orange County. This hardbound, coffee table-style book features full-color photographs and detailed information on every beach from Seal Beach Municipal Pier to San Onofre Trails.
More than just a visual treat, the guide includes surf reports with optimal swell directions, dive site details with information on reefs and marine species, user-friendly pictorial keys denoting amenities, and practical driving directions. Whether you're a surfer, diver, beachgoer, or simply a coastal enthusiast, this book is an indispensable companion for exploring Southern California’s most iconic shores.
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Dr Angel Rhoades
Staff Journalist, Therapist, IPA Board of Directors
Dr. Angel Rhoades began her acting career at the age of three with a role in the beloved television series The Waltons. Her passion for the performing arts flourished as she continued her studies at The Academy of Dramatic Arts, later expanding her talents through independent films, theater productions, and modeling.
Her deep appreciation for the arts led her into the fine art industry, where she curated and established national and international exhibitions, with notable showcases in Dubai, Los Angeles, and Miami’s Art Basel. She has worked with world-renowned artists including Anselm Kiefer, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Marc Chagall, Salvador Dalí, Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Mark Rothko, and Cy Twombly.
In addition to her artistic achievements, Dr. Rhoades holds a doctorate in Orthomolecular Psychiatry. Since opening her private practice in 2008, she has been committed to helping individuals overcome mental illness—viewed as the dysregulation of the body manifested through neuropsychiatric symptoms—and achieve lasting, optimal health.
Dr Ruth Hillary
Staff Journalist, TV Personality, Board of Directors
Dr. Ruth Hillary is a respected journalist, TV personality, and member of several boards of directors. Currently based in Southern California, she is an active life coach and educator, working closely with foreign students to teach the fundamentals of filmmaking and essential life skills. A passionate traveler and dynamic speaker, Dr. Hillary frequently delivers inspiring talks both across the country and in her local community.
Dr. Robert “Battle Ax” Ornelas
Staff Journalist, Entertainer, Hip-Hop Artist, Producer, Advocate
Dr. Robert “Battle Ax” Ornelas is frontman of The S.O.G. Crew (Thump Records, Lowrider Magazine, Universal Music Group) and a national youth advocate whose career spans music, cultural diplomacy, and global travel. An administrator for the Texas Band of Yaqui Indians assigned to the United Nations, he merges performance with advocacy—touring internationally while spotlighting resorts, hotels, local culture, and adventure.
A former U.S. Vice Presidential candidate with the American Independent Party of California, Ornelas has also produced Elite TV News, covering red carpets, athletes, UFC fights, legendary skaters, and extreme sports. Recently, he has collaborated on music featuring Snoop Dogg and Sean Kingston, with upcoming releases alongside SZA, J. Cole, Nipsey Hussle, and NF. His work with the National Archives in London, England, adds historical depth to his storytelling. Ornelas brings readers inside the worlds of entertainment, culture, and travel. He is a former photographer with Splash News. Join him on this journey and experience the planet through his eyes.
Steve Thiel
Staff Journalist, Television Camera Operator, Documentary Producer, Content Creator, Video Editor
Steve has been a television industry professional since 1992, working as an LA based union television camera operator for Live Professional Sports, Broadcast, Concerts, Award Shows/Red Carpet events, and all manner of corporate video.
He is a Primetime Emmy Award Winner, having been nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards for his camera work on American Idol, The American Music Awards, and for The Voice.
Over the past 33 years, Steve has also traveled to more than 20 countries, working for non-profits and ministries documenting special events, including interviews with European, Israeli and Arab world leaders.
Having been vetted for special clearances by the US State Dept and the Dept of Justice, Steve has also participated in high security events stateside, including the 2016 Presidential Inauguration Concert and the 2022 Dept of State Summit of the Americas.
He is also the owner of a digital media company, Pro Media 43, which focuses on the development and production of online content creation, as well as website development and management.
Anna Khait
Staff Journalist, Speaker, Author, Health & Wellnes Advocate
Anna Khait is a former professional poker player who competed in the World Series of Poker and the World Poker Tour. Her passion for strategy and adventure also brought her to national television as a contestant on CBS’s Survivor in 2016.
Today, Anna is the founder of Healthy Technologies, a company dedicated to helping people live longer, healthier lives—both physically and spiritually. Website www.healthytechs.com
She has contributed as an investigative journalist and opinion writer for outlets such as The Epoch Times. Now, Anna is traveling the world, spotlighting the best in global cuisine, wellness destinations, unique accommodations, and unforgettable entertainment experiences.
Timothy Weaver
Staff Journalist,Tech Support, Producer,Director Graphic Designer, Editor, Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Actor
Timothy is a multifaceted creative professional and an essential behind-the-scenes force on Dr. Ruth Hillary’s television show, where he ensures seamless set operations during every recording. With a diverse background spanning tech support, graphic design, video editing, camera operation, acting, and music creation—including singing and songwriting—Timothy brings a rare combination of technical precision and artistic vision to every project.
Beyond his hands-on production work, Timothy is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of creatives. He actively supports aspiring artists and technicians in honing their skills and navigating their paths in the creative.