Born and raised in Atascadero, Josh Donovan is a true entrepreneur passionate about business, leadership and people. He is a United States Marine Corps Veteran, has a B.S. in Organizational Management and is certified as an Integrative Wellness & Life Coach. He serves as CEO of two companies, is a business consultant, executive coach and co-hosts the podcast All Things Atascadero. Josh will tell you that his most important roles in life are being a husband and a father to his three daughters. Modeling integrity and humility through service above self are top priorities, which is why he has always dedicated significant amounts of time and energy serving the community of Atascadero. Coaching & Consulting provide opportunities to invest in the lives of others, personally and professionally, fulfilling Josh’s ultimate purpose.
Our city is struggling with its ability to accomplish the basics or listen to its own people. Atascadero maintains a notorious reputation for being difficult to work with, scaring away business and good-paying jobs from our community. We deserve a business-friendly Atascadero, with leadership that is willing to listen and take appropriate action, not bureaucrats. We deserve a Stronger Atascadero and that is what Josh will deliver.
City of AtascaderoCandidate for Mayor

Josh Donovan
Small Business Owner
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My Top 3 Priorities
- Economic development and shifting Atascadero's reputation toward being truly business friendly.
- I want to explore and leverage all pre-existing revenue streams available to the city, without additional taxes.
- Developing a real strategy and regional solution to help mitigate the homelessness crisis in Atascadero.