“Josh is not only a highly-trusted and dependable leader, he also has a remarkably versatile skillset. Whether building a campaign, developing and overseeing our program’s operational infrastructure and budget, or planning and facilitating a 30-person leadership retreat, Josh always comes through. He is a dedicated and thoughtful leader - the type of leader every organization could benefit from.”
— Dan Chu, Executive Director, Sierra Club Foundation
“Josh is an incredibly talented organizer and campaigner, with a keen sense of campaign strategy and communications. He’s earned a great record of winning high-profile campaigns to protect our environment from some of the nation’s wealthiest developers and corporate interests. And people love to work with Josh because he inspires them to do great things. Josh is also a skilled organizational leader with many talents who is always learning and growing. ”
— David Lewis, Executive Director, Save The Bay
“Josh has his feet planted firmly in both labor and environment, and I’ve witnessed his skill in pulling these worlds together. He brings decades of experience and insight to the table; you will not find a more effective or insightful thinker, nor a more articulate, visionary, collaborative partner in helping you build your organization and kick-start your efforts to effect social change.”
— Mike Wilson, PhD, MPH, Former National Director for Occupational and Environmental Health, BlueGreen Alliance
“Josh is one of the best managers I’ve ever had, coaching me to navigate complex organizational dynamics, while still being true to my own style as a leader. Josh is also one of the best facilitators and team leaders I know - with an incredible ability to develop teams and move them towards a shared vision and clear next steps. He demonstrates a deep commitment to equity and inclusion, with a remarkable ear for identifying ‘unspoken’ issues that need to be aired, and the skills to navigate a team through sensitive discussions with empathy for all. He is truly a unique leader - both visionary, strategic, and highly-organized, while also an incredible listener and coach, who understands that success comes not from one person, but from bringing the best out of everyone. ”
— Jackie Ostfeld, Director, Sierra Club Outdoors For All
“What I can tell you is that Josh always shows up - and he’s one of the few environmentalists I’ve had the pleasure of working with that truly ‘gets’ labor. He has a clear commitment to working men and women and knows how to talk to and work with folks of any background, whether they’re a union leader, a city councilmember, or a rank-and-file longshoreman. Our movement is lucky to have him. ”
— Peter Olney, Former Organizing Director, International Longshore and Warehouse Union
