Joe is the Founder and CEO of Confit Pathways, a nonprofit focused on mentoring youth in the justice system, fostering positive mindsets toward employment, education, and reintegration. Joe’s contributions include reducing recidivism rates in Australia by collaborating with Youth Justice Centres, community organisations and education departments to deliver transformative programs that connect fitness, mentorship and education. These initiatives reflect a commitment to justice reform and social impact.
With a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing and Management from University of New South Wales Business School, Joe has expertise in nonprofit governance, strategic leadership, and advocacy. Sentenced to 13 years in prison for directing a criminal enterprise, Joe is today known as a social entrepreneur. Leveraging lived experience, his initiatives inspire societal change and challenge preconceptions about individuals with justice-involved backgrounds. His vision remains rooted in creating opportunities and breaking barriers through innovative approaches.