Josh Layhue

Owner of Ghost Creativ, creator of Shop Hero Dashboard, former employee of NASA, Lockheed Martin, General Electric, SAIC, etc.

Josh Layhue is a seasoned software architect, tech entrepreneur, and dedicated community volunteer based in Erie, Pennsylvania.1 He is the Co-Founder of Shop Hero Dashboard, a position he has held since September 2021.1

Professional Background

Josh has an extensive career in the technology industry, having worked for several prominent organizations:

NASA
Lockheed Martin
General Electric
SAIC

Current Roles

Ghost Creativ: Josh is currently the CEO and owner of Ghost Creativ, a software development firm he founded in August 2021.1 The company focuses on building efficient tools tailored to diverse business needs, specializing in mobile and cloud-based applications.

Shop Hero Dashboard: As the Co-Founder of Shop Hero Dashboard since September 2021, Josh continues to contribute his expertise to this venture.1

Previous Ventures

Nibble Nutrition: Josh was the Co-Founder and CTO from December 2016 to October 2021, where he led the creation of an innovative nutrition tracking app.1
The AppFlixion Group: He co-founded this company and was responsible for brand development, marketing, and app development from September 2012 to January 2014.1

Skills and Expertise

Josh is proficient in various programming languages and technologies, including:

C/C++
C#
Swift
PHP
JavaScript
HTML
Python
React

Personal Philosophy

Josh is known for his #bluecollar work ethic and focus on efficiency in design. He is deeply committed to family, philanthropy, and SaaS (Software as a Service).1 His passion extends beyond technology to the human element, believing in the potential of tech to create meaningful change while valuing leadership, empathy, and community involvement.1