Focus on Health Names Joshua Gandee as Partner

Josh Gandee is a foundational part of the Focus on Health team and is the host of the no proof podcast

DENVER, COLORADO, August 27, 2024 – Focus on Health – an organization dedicated to promoting health and wellness within the hospitality industry – names Joshua Gandee as partner and co-owner. Gandee will continue to serve as Creative Director and host the industry-leading no proof podcast. Under the leadership of Gandee, Jump, and O'Brien, the organization is set to continue its legacy of supporting hospitality professionals' physical and mental well-being, ensuring they have the resources and support they need.

“I’m honored to further the dialogue with Focus on Health,” says Josh Gandee, partner of Focus on Health and host of the no proof podcast. “As a team, we understand the challenges faced by those within the hospitality industry because we’ve lived them. I am deeply committed to continuing conversations, learning, listening, and making access to tools and education available so all may thrive.”

Gandee has been integral to the Focus on Health team since its inception in 2020. Focus on Health was co-founded by Lauren Paylor “LP” O’Brien and Alex Jump to enrich the lives of hospitality professionals through wellness, education, and community support. To date, Focus on Health has raised over $170,000 to support bartenders in the US through programs and charitable donations. Gandee aims to build on the strong foundation established by Focus on Health while introducing new strategies to address the evolving needs of the industry.

“Joshua has been an integral part of Focus on Health since its founding, and we’re excited to formally name him partner,” says Alex Jump, Founder and Director of Operations at Focus on Health, “He’s extremely creative and has a gift for bringing our shared vision to life whether it’s through his words, photography, or meticulous event-planning.”

Gandee brings extensive experience and a deep-rooted passion for improving the lives of service industry workers to his new role. With over a decade in the restaurant industry as a bartender and creative, his values align seamlessly with Focus on Health's mission to enrich the lives of hospitality professionals. He plans to expand the organization’s reach by enhancing educational resources, broadening wellness offerings, and fostering a more inclusive community that empowers hospitality workers to prioritize their health. Gandee is set to lead Focus on Health into a new era of advocacy and support, reinforcing its role as a vital resource for those dedicated to the hospitality industry.

About Focus on Health

Focus On Health is a for profit organization that advocates for the health and wellness of the food and beverage sector. Our mission is to help those who work in F&B find ways to make this career a lifelong one while also taking care of themselves. We advocate for having the difficult conversations because we believe that those conversations are what lead to meaningful change. We aim to create inclusive spaces where all members of our community can be involved in the conversation.