Josh Leo
Communications professional
ABOUT ME
Josh Leo grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and attended Calvin College where he earned a degree in Mass Media & Communications. After graduating, he became involved in the developing world of online video. His work, including a self-titled video blog, was featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Wired Magazine, and other local, national and international media outlets. During this time, Josh also worked as an English Language Producer for the international radio program Spotlight and as a freelance video editor for the online video startup Next New Networks. Josh then served as the Communications Manager for Words Of Hope and the Communications manager for Resonate Global Mission. Josh started a number of projects with local Grand Rapids partners including Charcutweeterie and Beer Social GR. He was also a winner at the inaugural 5x5 night. In partnership with Calvin College, Josh founded GR Walks, a walking tour app featuring the history of local Grand Rapids Neighborhoods. Josh currently works as the Director of Marketing & Administration at Partners Worldwide. He and his wife Sara live in Grand Rapids with their two kids. Josh enjoys international travel, hiking, gardening, and craft beer.
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Hobbies/Obsessions
Have you ever heard of the term "Scanner?" It is a type of personality that is sometimes also known as renaissance men and women, eclectic experts, or happy amateurs. That is me. I love learning new things and diving deep into them and then picking up a new obsession to explore. Below are some of things I have explored deeply.
Backpacking
Mountain Dulcimer
Terrarium Making
Belgian Beer
Local History
Web Design
Video Production/Videoblogging
Mail Art
International Travel
Crème brûlée
Shrubs (the drink)
Printmaking
Family History/Genealogy
Freshwater Tropical Fish
Freshwater Shrimp
Aquascaping
Fishing
Mountain Dulcimer
Terrarium Making
Belgian Beer
Local History
Web Design
Video Production/Videoblogging
Mail Art
International Travel
Crème brûlée
Shrubs (the drink)
Printmaking
Family History/Genealogy
Freshwater Tropical Fish
Freshwater Shrimp
Aquascaping
Fishing