• S1 Ep16: Jason Kelley

  • Oct 1 2022
  • Length: 1 hr and 8 mins
  • Podcast

  • Summary

  • Jason Kelley is, first and foremost, a devoted husband and proud father. A United States Marine Corps veteran, he served in Iraq for 6 months back in 2003. He is also a former rapper and has shared the stage with several national artists. On top of all of that, he is the owner of Book That DJ, a local dj service company; and First Class Transit, an airport transportation service. The author of two wedding planning tips books and a supporter of local talent, everything he does is in service of creativity. Jason tells Ashley what it was like growing up in Ashtabula, Ohio, and why it ultimately wasn’t for him. He opens up about the tragic death of his father at a young age and how it’s impacted him long term. He pulls back the curtain on his time as a Marine and his he subsequently moved to Toledo. He shares what drew him to the Glass City and why he loves it so much. He breaks down his decision to leave the corporate world and why being a dishwasher at a local pizzeria was the best job he’s ever had. He gushes about his wife and how they became business partners. He takes us on a journey through his rap career and the doors that it opened and how it fueled the career trajectory that he loves. Jason tells Ashley about the birth of Book That DJ and what the business looks like today. He closes about sharing what it means to him to see his wife and daughter happy and thriving. We also learn that he is an incredible host and great gift giver. Humans of the Glass City, please welcome Jason Kelley. Trigger Warning: 8:30-9:20 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heartofglassthepod/support
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