06/12/2026
Our Collab staff introductions continue with Jon!
Jon’s story with the Collab actually started long before he joined the team. After growing up in Coshocton, getting married, and raising his family here, Jon moved away in 1995 for work. When he retired and returned to Coshocton in 2021, one of the first things he wanted to do was get involved in the momentum and revitalization happening throughout the community.
As he watched the work of the Port Authority and the Coshocton Collaborative, he knew he wanted to be part of bringing new ideas, businesses, and opportunities to Coshocton. After volunteering at Collab events and spending plenty of time in the coworking space, he eventually had a realization, “Hey, why not get paid for the time I’m spending there?” We’re certainly glad he did!!
A few things we’ve learned about Jon:
He’s a morning brainstorm kind of person and firmly believes the best ideas happen early in the day.
Tea is usually his drink of choice, unless Hannah is involved in the brainstorming session. Then apparently an energy drink becomes necessary.
If the Collab ever needs a podcast host, Jon has already volunteered himself. His reasoning? “If you’ve noticed, I’m a talker.”
His dream dinner guest is Ronald Reagan because he loved food and was a great storyteller.
And if the Collab ever gets a mascot, Jon’s only request is that Chrissy has to wear the costume.
Jon is excited about the future of the Collaborative and the reopening of the Pastime Theater. We love to see him continuing to invest in the community he has called home for so many years. In fact, he’s already put his name in to be the head usher when the theater reopens.
We’re grateful Jon chose to turn his volunteer hours into work hours and bring his experience, ideas, and heart for Coshocton to the Collaborative!
Welcome to the team, Jon!