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Hello! I’m Jay Dike
I'm an expedition designer and guide, an entrepreneur, a wildlife conservationist, a woodworker, and an operations/project manager. I’m also a proud dog dad, a soccer player, and aspiring chef.
✍️ Current Projects
Founder and master crafter at Lekker Creations
Expedition designer and guide, previously NatGeo
Running Rebel Book Club - Boulder
Launching monthly elevated dinner gatherings to foster community and challenge my culinary skills
A wildlife conservation podcast, The Wild Edge is coming soon. Sign up here
Building Social Wellness Club in Boulder, CO - Coming Summer 2025
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🥇 Past Projects
Founded JTD Salvage at 19 - A mission to recycle damaged electronics and provide them to less fortunate school kids in South Africa
Circumnavigated Scotland by bicycle (read about it here)
Spoke at Ignite Boulder on Finding Your Identity
Failed world-first attempt to become the first person to stand-up paddle board the longest river in Scandinavia
World record hitch-hike from Turkey to London in under 8 days
Lead a team to climb Africa’s 3 highest peaks in under 2 weeks
Founded a marketing agency working with global brands on perfecting advertising strategy
My Skillsets
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“I love Jay’s enthusiasm for life and his passion for adventure. Whether that means climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro or crafting a winning Facebook Ads Campaign, he’s always up to something that will make you think, smile, or laugh.”
“Among his many talents, he’s a gifted photographer, storyteller, community manager, marketing guru, motorcycle mechanic, builder of things, and all-around hustler. He also has a pretty cool accent.”
“We love working with Jay! Smart, collaborative and
open with great communication skills (including
bonus lovely calming phone voice).”
“Jay’s a great fella - I’ve worked with him, been on expedition with him and even lived with him from time to time. Hard-working to a fault, conscientious and good fun.”
Are you interested in collaborating or want to connect or chat? If so, hit the contact button down below or contact me via LinkedIn.
