Top Talent like Josh are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Josh Castro

Business Intelligence Analyst • Project Manager • Operations Manager • Joshua Tree, CA, US
Leadership
Business Development
Strategic Planning
Business Operations
Growth
Retail
Communication
Analytics
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Business Growth & Expansion in Brick & Mortar, Wholesale & Online
Retail and startup executive with 20 years experience in fashion, beauty, and food. From large scale retail to high-end boutiques, the focus is always on growth, KPIs, and the customer experience.

Work History

A

Co-Founder

Alpine Natural Nutrients LLCNatural ingredients and supplements company.
G

Co-Founder

Gentle Acres Animal Sanctuary - 501c(3) Non-ProfitCo-Founder of a non-profit animal sanctuary, likely involved in overseeing operations, fundraising, and animal care.
J

Vice President Operations

JoyfolieSep 2023 - Mar 2025 • 1 yr 7 mosVice President Operations, responsible for overseeing daily operations, improving operational efficiency, and implementing strategic initiatives.
L

Co-Founder

Los Feliz BotanicalsJan 2016 - Aug 2024 • 8 yrs 8 mosAll natural botanical fragrance for all, inspired by California's iconic landscapes. Hand poured in Downtown Los Angeles.
H

Partner

Holistic RanchJun 2021 - Jun 2023 • 2 yrs 1 moHolistic Ranch Grocer & General Store located in Old Town Yucca Valley. We source our produce and pantry staples from small-scale farms and small-batch operations to support regenerative, biodynamic and equitable practices that reconnect us to each other, animals and the land.
D

Head of Retail

Dolls KillFull-time EmployeeJul 2017 - Dec 2018 • 1 yr 6 mosSpearheaded the Dolls Kill retail channel beginning with a highly successful experiential pop up on Haight Ashbury, followed by a flagship concept store/mixed use event space on Fairfax in Los Angeles.
A

Manager through Vice President

American ApparelFull-time EmployeeJan 2004 - May 2017 • 13 yrs 5 mos

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How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
Business Growth & Expansion in Brick & Mortar, Wholesale & Online
Retail and startup executive with 20 years experience in fashion, beauty, and food. From large scale retail to high-end boutiques, the focus is always on growth, KPIs, and the customer experience.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Similar Pangeans

Malia Leong

VP Digital at Astral Health & Beauty | Expert in Digital Brand Strategy and E-commerce
Growth Marketing Management • Creative & Brand Strategy • AI & Machine Learning • 17 years of exp. • Atlanta, GA, US

Nnenia Moreau

Business & Growth Partner for Retail, Fashion & Lifestyle Brands | Strategy, Operations & Founder Support
Sales & Business Development • Operations Management • Chief of Staff • 3 years of exp. • New York, NY, US

Taylor Gross

Buy-ologist | Luxury & Prestige Expert | Retail Therapist
Sales & Business Development • Brand Partnership • Sales Strategy • 10 years of exp. • New York, NY, US

Galen Karlan-Mason

Expert in retail-tech, grocery, CPG, digital personalization, product content, food data, nutrition data, & sustainability data - strategy and ops.
Sales & Business Development • Operations Management • Product Management • 7 years of exp. • San Diego, CA, US

Top Talent like Josh are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Josh Castro

Business Intelligence Analyst • Project Manager • Operations Manager • Joshua Tree, CA, US
Leadership
Business Development
Strategic Planning
Business Operations
Growth
Retail
Communication
Analytics
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

A

Co-Founder

Alpine Natural Nutrients LLCNatural ingredients and supplements company.
G

Co-Founder

Gentle Acres Animal Sanctuary - 501c(3) Non-ProfitCo-Founder of a non-profit animal sanctuary, likely involved in overseeing operations, fundraising, and animal care.
J

Vice President Operations

JoyfolieSep 2023 - Mar 2025 • 1 yr 7 mosVice President Operations, responsible for overseeing daily operations, improving operational efficiency, and implementing strategic initiatives.
L

Co-Founder

Los Feliz BotanicalsJan 2016 - Aug 2024 • 8 yrs 8 mosAll natural botanical fragrance for all, inspired by California's iconic landscapes. Hand poured in Downtown Los Angeles.
H

Partner

Holistic RanchJun 2021 - Jun 2023 • 2 yrs 1 moHolistic Ranch Grocer & General Store located in Old Town Yucca Valley. We source our produce and pantry staples from small-scale farms and small-batch operations to support regenerative, biodynamic and equitable practices that reconnect us to each other, animals and the land.
D

Head of Retail

Dolls KillFull-time EmployeeJul 2017 - Dec 2018 • 1 yr 6 mosSpearheaded the Dolls Kill retail channel beginning with a highly successful experiential pop up on Haight Ashbury, followed by a flagship concept store/mixed use event space on Fairfax in Los Angeles.
A

Manager through Vice President

American ApparelFull-time EmployeeJan 2004 - May 2017 • 13 yrs 5 mos

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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