Joshua Cox aims to work at the intersection of philanthropy, business, and social impact to drive social equity. He runs Resilience Works, a national labor brokerage focused on climate change adaptation. A former middle school English teacher, Josh also worked as a commercial litigator and later served as the Director of Policy and Intergovernmental Affairs at the Orleans Parish School Board. He then became Senior Advisor and Director of Strategic Initiatives for Mayor LaToya Cantrell, leading key initiatives during COVID-19.