If you’ve lived in the Conejo Valley for even a few years, chances are you’ve seen the work of today’s guest.

For nearly two decades, Kyle Jorrey helped shape local journalism as a reporter and later editor-in-chief of the Thousand Oaks Acorn, documenting the stories, challenges, and moments that define life in the Conejo Valley.

After 18 years in the newsroom, Kyle made a surprising pivot—first helping open the Boulevard location of Five07 Coffee Bar & Eatery, and more recently stepping into the nonprofit world as Executive Director of Hospice of the Conejo.

In this conversation, we explore:

• The power and responsibility of local storytelling

• What it was like covering the Conejo Valley for nearly two decades

• The courage it takes to reinvent your career

• How hospice work changes your perspective on community, service, and humanity

• Knowing when it’s time to turn the page to a new chapter

This episode is about purpose, community, and the people who quietly shape the places we call home.

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This episode was produced by Cristina Dennstedt and Justin K. Sloan. Conejo Valley Visionaries is edited by Justin K. Sloan and ⁠J.Sloan Productions⁠.