The idea of Mr. Tallahassee began at a dinner party in the fall of 2004 when dinner conversation led me to help some friends, frustrated with “Tallahassee’s Itinerary,” by informing them about up coming events, annual festivals, and community iniatives. During the conversation it was jokingly mentioned that I was “Mr. Tallahassee.” When I hosted the next dinner party I invited my friends as Mr. Tallahassee for amusement. From there, the title was entertained by a growing number of my friend and became more than amusement when I began to use the “Brand” to promote charity events and the community of Tallahassee as a whole.

Currently I am working on several presentations to inform audiences of the activities and civic involvement that are available in my hometown. I created this website as a resource to help my neighbors. I also work with non profit organizations to promote them and raise money. If I can help yours please email me at Mr.Tallahassee@MrTLH.com.

Some background on myself:

I was the longest baby born on record at TMH in the late summer of 1976. I was raised in a family that loved its nation, and community. I was taught to love God, be a good neighbor and help others in need ("Do unto others as you would have them do unto you"). I was given many talents. When I was in elementary school I helped pass legislation that put children's artwork on the 22 floor of the capital. To be honest, all I did was make a hippopotamus mosaic out of construction paper for art class. But shaking the President of the Senate's hand on the floor of the chambers greatly impacted me as a young child. I now live in the shadow of the capital.

I did well in Leon County Public Schools despite learning gifts and disabilities In 1992, My family moved to Crawfordville (Wakulla: Wakulla.com and WakullaCounty.org) and I learned about living in rural communities and how important a roll they play in greater community of Tallahassee. Graduating from Wakulla High I had opportunities to go away to school but decided to attend TCC then FSU.

While at TCC I got involved with SGA and FJCCSGA. While at FSU I work part time as a University Ambassador getting to know the university and much of Tallahassee's history better. Beginning at TCC I started my own company, joined the chamber, began championing the need for the communities involvement in students and young professionals. I helped start internship programs in organizations in the area, and was involved in the formation of an organization for young professionals to share common interests, the Network of Young Professionals. I had the pleasure of serving as its first president as well.

Due to my involvement and roots in the community I have been offered a rare opportunity to champion this community. I have many roll models and many peers that I admire here. To all of them that were an example to me and / or encouraged me I greatly appreciate it. I thank you for bestowing on me the honor, by your own words, to be Mr. Tallahassee. Although it is a fine community, we know that there is much to be done to keep it a vibrant community. It is my pleasure to represent this community.

If you have any questions please feel free to email me at Mr.Tallahassee@MrTLH.com. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you.

~ Jason M. Johnston

   Mr. Tallahassee