Episode 6 - Building Joy: Mark Ostrom’s Mission to Create Spaces of Hope
Wendy Cohen welcomes Mark Ostrom, founder of Joy Collaborative, to Episode 6 of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast. Mark shares his personal journey and the inspiration behind his nonprofit, which creates life-enriching spaces for kids and youth with life-limiting conditions. From his early vision in college to his impactful role in designing the Rainforest Cafe, Mark’s story reveals how Joy Collaborative came to life.
Discover how Joy Collaborative’s mission aligns with PowerHouse SMART’s focus on luxury design and community impact and learn how their 2025 partnership will amplify the nonprofit’s reach—uniting the luxury design industry to champion humanity. Tune in for insights on gratitude, collaboration, and the transformative power of design.
Plus: Find out about the upcoming April 17 event in Minnesota and how you can support this meaningful cause.
April 17, PowerHouse SMART Event Link: PHS Education + Friend-Raising with Joy Collaborative
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