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    Josh Kenyon

    Josh Kenyon is the Co-Partner and Co-Creative Director of Jolby & Friends, a creative studio based in Portland, Oregon.12 He co-founded the agency with his business partner Colby, initially starting it as a side project making t-shirt designs.1 In 2010, they officially launched Jolby & Friends after unexpectedly losing their jobs at Tangible Worldwide.14

    Career and Company

    • Co-founded Jolby & Friends in 201014
    • Previously worked at Tangible Worldwide before its closure1
    • Started Jolby as a side project with Colby while living in different cities (Chicago and Portland)1

    Studio Information

    • Jolby & Friends is located in Portland, Oregon2
    • The company has an annual revenue of $4 million2
    • Employs approximately 8-12 people24
    • Specializes in design, illustration, branding, packaging, and creative solutions34

    Personal Attributes

    • Values clear and honest communication in business partnerships1
    • Emphasizes the importance of taking risks and facing challenges in entrepreneurship1
    • Advocates for a fun, playful, and inviting work environment2
    • Recently gave a presentation titled "CONFRONTING OBSTACLES: Recounting a battle with cancer & how creativity saved me" at Creative Works WEST5

    Josh Kenyon's journey with Jolby & Friends showcases his growth from a designer to an entrepreneur, emphasizing creativity, partnership, and resilience in building a successful creative studio.

    Highlights

    Nov 15 · creativeworks.co
    Creative Works WEST
    Jan 1 · rocketreach.co
    Jolby Information - RocketReach
    May 25 · portland.aiga.org
    An Interview with Josh Kenyon of Jolby & Friends | AIGA Portland
    Apr 19 · Footwear News
    Teva Launches Spring 2016 Artist Series Collection - Footwear News
    Teva Launches Spring 2016 Artist Series Collection - Footwear News
    Apr 19 · PR Newswire
    Teva Introduces the Spring 2016 Artist Series Collection - PR Newswire
    Teva Introduces the Spring 2016 Artist Series Collection - PR Newswire

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    Location

    Portland, Oregon Area