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Jonathan grew up in the Milwaukee area of southeast Wisconsin before heading to Winona State University, where he studied political science, global studies, and Japanese. His interest in international cultures led him to spend a year studying abroad in Japan, a formative experience that deepened his global perspective. After returning to Winona to complete his degree, Jonathan continued his journey abroad, moving to South Korea to teach for nearly two years. When he returned to the United States in 2012, Jonathan decided to make Winona his home. Around that time, a college friend who worked at Home and Community Options encouraged him to apply for a position with the organization. That same year, Jonathan began his HCO career as a Direct Support Professional. His strong work ethic and ability to connect with others quickly stood out, and he soon transitioned into a Program Assistant role [...]