Co-founder and Chief Product/Technology Officer at Trellus, a tech startup focused on creating an online marketplace and delivery service that helps small and independently owned businesses thrive. At Trellus, JR leads the Product and Creative teams. The company has successfully raised $6 million through two seed funding rounds, serving over 500 local businesses and completing more than 130,000 deliveries in its first three years of operation.Before founding Trellus, JR pursued his lifelong passion for outdoor and action sports by running his own studio, Face Piece Creative, where he served as Design and Creative Director for leading brands in the industry. Notable collaborations include the Triple 8 helmet company, where he oversaw design partnerships with prominent figures such as Tony Hawk, Estro Jen at Moxi Skates, Steve Caballero, and Mike Vallely. His work led to product placements in national outlets, including Zumiez, Target, and Walmart. Additionally, Face Piece worked with Outdoor TV, carrying out the design of their direct-to-consumer brand refresh and video app launch.Prior to starting Face Piece, JR began his career as an Art Director in Soho, working with clients such as Nike, Nars Cosmetics, and White House Black Market at Ceft & Company. He then transitioned to an Interactive Art Director role at the video startup Eko, collaborating with brands and artists, including Carly Rae Jepsen, Morgan Spurlock, Red Bull, and AJR.