Joshua Temkin
About Joshua Temkin
Joshua Temkin serves as the Creative Director and Managing Director of Operations at Mod Op's Panama office, where he promotes an inclusive office culture that enhances productivity and retention. He guides multi-disciplinary teams across seven international offices and actively mentors team members to foster creativity and collaboration.
Work at Mod Op
Joshua Temkin has been with Mod Op since 2012, currently holding the position of Creative Director and Managing Director of Operations for the Panama Office. In this role, he leads multi-disciplinary teams across seven offices in various countries, focusing on seamless collaboration and effective resource planning. He has previously served as Art Director at Mod Op from 2012 to 2016 in Panama City, where he contributed to creative projects and team management.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Temkin studied Fine Art and Music at UC Santa Barbara, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his education at Gies College of Business, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he completed MBA Essentials from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he has pursued executive education at Kellogg, focusing on Creativity as a Competitive Edge, and studied design thinking at MIT Sloan School of Management.
Background
Joshua Temkin's educational journey began at Santa Monica High School, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. He began his professional career as a Product Designer and Graphic Designer at Floral Art LA from 2010 to 2012, followed by a similar role at Slant Promotions from 2011 to 2012. His diverse background in design and management has shaped his approach to leadership and team dynamics.
Achievements in Team Leadership
In his current role, Joshua Temkin actively mentors team members, providing evaluations and counsel to inspire innovative thinking. He facilitates monthly collaborative syncs to share industry trends and innovations, promoting an environment of open communication and co-creation. His leadership extends to guiding the response to RFPs and new business opportunities, where he develops and communicates solutions through presentations.
Commitment to Inclusive Culture
Joshua Temkin is dedicated to building an inclusive office culture that enhances productivity and retention. He fosters diversity and judgment-free collaboration within his teams, which contributes to a positive work environment. His commitment to inclusivity is reflected in his mentoring practices and the collaborative initiatives he implements across the organization.