Josie Olson is Forward Janesville’s Administrative Assistant/Receptionist and all around “Ambassador” to the public. If you live, have lived, know someone that has lived or even thought of moving to Janesville, Josie will most likely know you. She started with Forward Janesville in the fall of 1996 and holds claim to the being the oldest and most tenured of our staff. Besides assisting the execs in a number of tasks and events, Josie coordinates our map and Business Guide. She is responsible for the cost of living reporting, ACCRA, that is done on a quarterly basis for Janesville. Before starting a business, you may want to request an application from her to speak to one of our Experienced Business Advisors, a great committee of seasoned business professionals who rely on Josie for their administrative needs. If you require relocation information, assistance in finding one of our members, or guidance with any number of questions about Janesville, she is your reference and database guru.
Prior to employment at FJI, Josie worked out of her home for Gay Bowles Sales for 7 years while raising her family of two daughters with her husband Jim. She was previously employed by General Finance Corp. as a bookkeeper and “repo” assistant. Josie continues to reside in Janesville with her husband and enjoys visits from her three delightful grandchildren. Being a Janesville native has certainly helped to establish her as the “town know-it-all”, so don’t hesitate to contact her if you have any community or Forward Janesville questions.