Jonathan David serves as the CEO of the media optimization and buying company Tapstone Holdings, LLC. When he’s not busy overseeing operations, technology, and business development at Tapstone Holdings, Jonathan “Jon” David enjoys visiting as many remote countries as possible. Although many countries in the world get their fair share of visitors, there are plenty of remote locations that are largely left unexplored. Below are just a few examples:Tetepare – Surrounded by coral reefs and blanketed in a lush rainforest, Tetepare is the South Pacific’s largest uninhabited island. It was originally populated by the ancestors of villagers in the Solomon Islands, but they vacated the island approximately 200 years ago. An association was formed to maintain the island’s original state while still allowing tourists to visit.Kerguelen Islands – Also known as the Desolation Islands, the Kerguelen Islands consist of large mountains and glaciers. They are found in the southern Indian Ocean and do not have any original inhabitants. Currently occupied by anywhere from 50 to 100 French scientists, the islands can only be reached four times a year by boat.Socotra Island – Home to unique plants and animals that are found nowhere else in the world, Socotra Island is an archipelago off the coast of Yemen. Due to its often strange-looking plants, it has been given the nickname of alien island. The area is protected to preserve both its wildlife and native people.
Since 2013, Jonathan “Jon” David has served as CEO of Tapstone Holdings, LLC, an advertising company with offices in Santa Monica and West Hollywood, California. Alongside his pursuits at Tapstone Holdings, Jonathan David gives back to the community through his support of organizations such as Jewish Vocational Services (JVS) Los Angeles.In its efforts to help individuals gain economic independence, JVS Los Angeles oversees a variety of career training programs and services. For those with an interest in the financial services industry, the organization offers BankWork$, an eight-week program that trains job seekers for careers in banking. To be eligible for the program, prospective applicants must be 18 years old, speak and write English, and have a high school diploma or GED. Those accepted into the program learn about proper professional conduct and are trained in banking topics such as identity theft and cash handling. Many trainees who complete BankWork$ advance to careers with JVS’ partner banks, including Banc of California, US Bank, and Wells Fargo.Since it was founded more than a decade ago, BankWork$ has helped hundreds of people launch careers in banking. For more information about the program, visit www.jvsla.org.
