Joshua W. Desha

Risk Strategies Company

I've been in the Employee Benefits world since 2007 and I'm excited to now partner with Risk Strategies as Vice President of Business Development.  My years in this industry have taught me a lot, and the most important lesson I've learned is this:  More than anything else, employees, employers, C-level executives, owners, and HR leaders deserve a partner who...

💪 Understands the Benefits world and keeps up with innovation.
💪 Takes the time to really get to know (and WANTS to know) their company/industry/business.
💪 Willingly walks their clients through a REAL and INNOVATIVE long-term strategic benefits system based upon the needs of their employees, and the company financially.

The sad fact is that the vast majority in this industry never take the time to do these things for and with their clients. It's one of the reasons benefit rates are consistently increasing, employee satisfaction is at an all time low, and brokers are forced to move from carrier to carrier begging for a better deal. 

If you are a company and you are looking for a partner, a real partner, that will walk with you through this minefield of Employee Benefits, then let's talk.

Vice President of Business Development

The Leadership Lighthouse

The Leadership Lighthouse aims to be a beacon of hope, visibility, and leadership within each and every community. We help leaders lead.

Head of Operations

🔥 Helping Employees reduce their healthcare costs (Access to Doctors, Therapists, and 425+ generic drugs at NO COST) 🎯 Allowing Employers the chance to lower overall Health Insurance Spend 🙌🏼 🙏🏼 Benefits Nerd 🤓

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗮𝗺 𝗜❓𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 “𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲” 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁❗



I am one of the leading employee benefit experts on Linkedin. As an accomplished professional, I've worked with individuals and corporations alike.  
 
I believe to be genuinely GREAT you MUST stand out and be different!

Leaders in our industry should...
 
👊🏼 Stop being boring and ordinary!
👊🏼 Learn what matters to others FIRST.
👊🏼 Know your customer's story and needs better than they do.
👊🏼 Figure out how to put it all together for a long term/sustainable business strategy.
 
► 𝗔 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:
 
🔥Worked with hundreds of different businesses on strategic benefits planning.
🔥Led a team of 21 offices to business growth of 218% within 12 months.
🔥12-time Presidents Club winner in 2 different industries.
🔥I've started 2 companies from the ground up.
🔥11 Industry Elite Award trips.
🔥Took a team of young salespeople and turned them into the highest producing team in the company's history.

► 𝑾𝒉𝒚 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒘𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒎𝒆:

💰  I'm somewhat of an Employee Benefits sharp-shooter.  Being in the business since 2007, I've seen it all.  
💰  I can speak in movie quotes and still get my point across.

💰  I'm an all-around good guy.  :)  And hey, that seems to be missing in today's world, right?
 
► 𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒈𝒆𝒕 𝒂𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒆:

☎️   512-876-4677
📩   jdesha@risk-strategies.com
💬   DM me here on Linkedin
🐤   Carrier Pidgeon (just tell it to go to "THAT DUDE" and it will get to me)

Director of Sales

Revive Health is Virtual Healthcare 2.0.  Stop spending so much money on healthcare and health insurance. We facilitate rapid and easy access to affordable, quality care and prescription medications. Our membership plans start at less than $1/day.

Scale Through Automation

I help businesses unlock the full potential of automation and AI. With years of hands-on experience implementing intelligent automation solutions, I provide strategic consulting that eliminates inefficiencies, reduces costs, and drives scalable growth. My approach is centered on education, innovation, and delivering measurable ROI, empowering organizations to future-proof their operations with cutting-edge technology.

AI & Automation Consultant

I launched Scale Through Automation (STA) with a clear vision: to empower small and medium-sized businesses with automation and AI solutions that make a measurable impact. My mission is to cut through the noise of the automation landscape and provide tailored, strategic solutions that save time, reduce costs, and drive sustainable growth.

After years in the automation industry and leading Simply Automate through an acquisition, I wanted to create a platform where business owners can navigate the complexities of AI and automation confidently and effectively. STA offers services across intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and AI-powered solutions, helping companies streamline processes, make data-driven decisions, and future-proof their operations.

I’m committed to helping businesses not only adapt to the future but thrive in it. With STA, every partnership is a step towards making automation accessible, impactful, and transformative.

Founder

Simply Automate, Inc.

I founded Simply Automate to help small and medium businesses harness the power of automation. As a serial entrepreneur, I understand how important it is to operate efficiently, serve clients well, and support your valuable teams.

As CEO, it is my honor to work with a world-class team of experts using RPA, IDP, GenAI and other automation technologies to supercharge our clients’ operations. I also enjoy teaching and sharing my experiences, and the knowledge I’ve gained from being an ‘AutomationGuy’ for nearly a decade.

Founder/ Chief Executive Officer

At Simply Automate AI, Inc., we're at the forefront of revolutionizing businesses with cutting-edge Intelligent Automation and Robotic Process Automation as a services (RPAaaS) . Our mission is to transform how companies operate, making complex processes simpler and more efficient. We specialize in crafting bespoke automation solutions that align with your unique business needs, driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence. Join us in embracing the future of automation today!

Chief Executive Officer

Automation Nation

DIVERSIFIED ROBOTIC

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) company that helps businesses automate their daily processes, giving more time to scale.

Vice President of Sales

Lifestyle Fitness

Our company helps people get on a workout and nutritional routine that fits in the daily schedule. We create a detailed customize program and monitor your process along the way.

Owner

eVOLV Fitness

New Mexico Sports & Wellness

• Managed operations of gym and international Les Mills instructor training
• Grew gym revenue by over 300% in just 1 year 
• Oversaw day-to-day activities to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction

Manager

Defined Fitness

• Managed front desk operations and progressed to Gym Manager role within a year.
• Led national Les Mills Body Pump & Body Combat classes, showcasing leadership and fitness expertise.
• Oversaw operations and strategic planning as General Manager at Defined Fitness, driving growth and member satisfaction.

General Manager

Elite Mortgage

Axcess Wireless

Empowering Small Businesses with Automation Solutions | Streamlining Operations for Sustainable Growth 🚀 | Dedicated & Passionate Automation Disrupter💥 | #AutomationGuy

From selling eggs after church, at age 7, to leading Scale Through Automation, my journey has been guided by a passion for service and innovation. With over 8 years as an AI and Automation leader, I've navigated the highs and lows of business ownership, gaining invaluable experience in building systems that work and learning from those that didn't.

As the founder and former CEO of Simply Automate AI, Inc., I transformed a company I bootstrapped into an industry leader in automation, culminating in a successful acquisition in 2023. Now, through Scale Through Automation, I'm on a mission to help businesses harness the transformative power of automation and AI together.

My approach is rooted in faith, driving my decisions and fostering a culture of integrity and purpose. I believe every business, regardless of size or industry, can achieve greater efficiency and innovation without being overwhelmed by complexity. My goal is to simplify the journey, offering cost-effective, impactful solutions that secure lasting success.

Let's connect to explore how automation and AI can transform your business. Together, we'll refine operations, boost efficiency, and position your company for a future of growth and innovation.

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” Philippians 4:13

Website: www.ScaleThroughAutomation.io

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