Jon Staff

Jon Staff is a business leader and entrepreneur based in Brooklyn, New York. He is the Founder and CEO of Getaway House Inc., a company he started in April 2015.1 Getaway, which has recently been rebranded as Postcard Cabins, aims to create more balance in an overworked, overcrowded, always-on world.12

Professional Experience

Jon's career includes several notable positions:

• Founder and CEO of Getaway House Inc. (April 2015 - Present)1
• Entrepreneur In Residence at Harvard Business School (September 2022 - Present)1
• Collaborator at The Newcastle Network (January 2022 - Present)1

Prior to founding Getaway, Jon held various roles including:

• Co-founder of Favecast (2013-2014)
• Director of Operations at AeroDesigns, Inc. (2009-2013)
• Owner/Operator of Spün Frozen Yogurt (2009)1

Education and Early Career

While his LinkedIn profile doesn't explicitly state his educational background, Jon's early career includes internships at prominent organizations:

• MSNBC
• The Colbert Report
• NBC News
• The White House1

Recognition

In July 2020, Jon was recognized as one of Crain's Notable LGBTQ Leaders and Executives.1

Mission and Focus

Jon Staff is dedicated to promoting work-life balance and disconnecting from technology. His company, Getaway (now Postcard Cabins), offers nature retreats and glamping experiences in the U.S., with a focus on providing opportunities for people to find free time in nature.2

While the query mentions Jon's role as an Advisory Board Member at The Ali Forney Center, this information is not directly confirmed in the provided search results. However, given his involvement in various entrepreneurial and collaborative roles, it's possible that he serves in this capacity alongside his other professional commitments.