Josh joined BRYC in spring 2017, when he was instrumental in launching BRYC’s persistence (College Fellow) services. As BRYC’s previous director of community, he oversaw BRYC’s Individualized Fellow Support model, cross-grade “community” cohorts, events, and communications. In fall 2021, Josh transitioned to chief of staff, driving BRYC’s day-to-day success strategies and long-term growth initiatives. 

Born and raised in Baton Rouge, Josh graduated with a bachelor’s in mass communication with a concentration in public relations and a minor in Spanish from Louisiana State University. While at LSU, Josh was also the manager of LSU’s 2006 Final Four basketball team. Before joining BRYC, Josh was a serial entrepreneur. He launched two companies—2BRokeGuys, a lifestyle agency that supported nonprofits, and JWH LLC, a communications consulting group he still operates. In 2016 Josh was named one of the Greater Baton Rouge Business Report’s Top Forty Under 40, and in 2021, Josh was recognized by the American Advertising Federation as a Mosaic Champion for his work advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in advertising. He is an adjunct professor of Social Media and Digital Branding at his alma mater and enjoys working out, spending time with family, and drinking coffee.