I’m building something new—something that could help reimagine our city and maybe even inspire our country. I know what I bring, but I can’t do it alone. I’m looking for my other half. If that stirs something in you, read this.
I just moved to Portland (Milwaukie, actually) from San Francisco and I'm eager - longing, really - to get to know my new city and activate, connect and be a part of something hopeful. Thanks for the inspiration. I'm in.
I love the words and thoughts you share, Justin. Thank you for the thoughtfulness and care for your community. As a former Portlander, a City I dearly miss in so many ways both physically and conceptually, I really connect with what you are saying. I am simply writing to let you know that I appreciate you and your well spoken (written) words, and I draw inspiration from what you offer to help fuel the change I want to bring to my Colorado small town community. I will keep reading.
Thank you for reaching out and saying that, Andy. Over the past month, I’ve come to see just how many good people there are on both sides of the political spectrum who simply want to do the right thing. Keep up the great work in Colorado.
Justin your words resonate deep within my soul. So much of what you share resonates—not just the ache for what was, but the quiet hope for what could be. The way you described your team, the balance between vision and grounding, instinct and discipline—it’s rare, and I know that kind of magic too. It’s not just collaboration; it’s chemistry, and it’s everything.
I’ve been trying to do this kind of work within my current company—pushing toward purpose, trying to lead with values, creativity, and compassion. But I’ve learned it doesn’t happen in isolation. It takes people. The right people. Like-minded in spirit and open-hearted enough to embrace change—not just for profit or progress, but for the greater good of humanity.
Reading your words stirred something familiar in me. That same spark. That sense of alignment. Of wanting to build—not for ego or accolades—but for meaning. For people. For place.
Portland is worth believing in again, as are other communities. And I want to be part of reimagining it—not as a solo voice, but as one among a collective of builders who lead with vision and compassion.
If you’re looking for your other half in the collective sense—count me in. This kind of work, this kind of purpose-driven creation, feels like home. Let’s build something that matters. Together.
Yes to this! And thank you!
I just moved to Portland (Milwaukie, actually) from San Francisco and I'm eager - longing, really - to get to know my new city and activate, connect and be a part of something hopeful. Thanks for the inspiration. I'm in.
I love the words and thoughts you share, Justin. Thank you for the thoughtfulness and care for your community. As a former Portlander, a City I dearly miss in so many ways both physically and conceptually, I really connect with what you are saying. I am simply writing to let you know that I appreciate you and your well spoken (written) words, and I draw inspiration from what you offer to help fuel the change I want to bring to my Colorado small town community. I will keep reading.
Thank you for reaching out and saying that, Andy. Over the past month, I’ve come to see just how many good people there are on both sides of the political spectrum who simply want to do the right thing. Keep up the great work in Colorado.
Justin your words resonate deep within my soul. So much of what you share resonates—not just the ache for what was, but the quiet hope for what could be. The way you described your team, the balance between vision and grounding, instinct and discipline—it’s rare, and I know that kind of magic too. It’s not just collaboration; it’s chemistry, and it’s everything.
I’ve been trying to do this kind of work within my current company—pushing toward purpose, trying to lead with values, creativity, and compassion. But I’ve learned it doesn’t happen in isolation. It takes people. The right people. Like-minded in spirit and open-hearted enough to embrace change—not just for profit or progress, but for the greater good of humanity.
Reading your words stirred something familiar in me. That same spark. That sense of alignment. Of wanting to build—not for ego or accolades—but for meaning. For people. For place.
Portland is worth believing in again, as are other communities. And I want to be part of reimagining it—not as a solo voice, but as one among a collective of builders who lead with vision and compassion.
If you’re looking for your other half in the collective sense—count me in. This kind of work, this kind of purpose-driven creation, feels like home. Let’s build something that matters. Together.