by Joe Schultz
Ever since I was a teenager, I’ve been interested in the news. I used to read the newspaper every day, back when the Grand Rapids Press was published daily. I was, and still am, a news geek.
Journalism has always fascinated me, even though my career path has led me through retail, manufacturing, and financial services. In many of those roles, I wrote reports for senior management. For three different employers, I helped write the training manual for my department.
About six years ago, I wanted to share the places I visited and the things I discovered with others. So I began contributing to Google Maps, acting as a tour guide for my local community. To date, I’ve submitted 71 reviews, uploaded 319 photos, and received more than 25 million views.
Now, I have the honor of reporting for TownBroadcast.com. I’m excited because it’s important to me to care for my family, stay active in my church, and remain involved in my community.
