Josh Grignon is a PhD student in Geography and Environment at Western University. His research explores the role of private firms in advancing urban resilience, focusing on governance, public-private partnerships, and policy barriers. He has published in the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy and presented at academic conferences. Beyond academia, Josh has extensive private sector experience, having worked on the design and implementation of province-wide public safety radio networks—critical infrastructure that supports emergency services. His background in project coordination, technical writing, process improvement, and knowledge translation gives him a unique perspective on bridging research, policy, and industry to address complex, systemic challenges.