TEAM JP & Joel

Team JP & Joel are the kind of duo who make every room feel more welcoming, more exciting, and a little more fabulous. Based in Austin, JP and Joel combine creativity, leadership, and community passion to build spaces where people can connect, celebrate, and fully be themselves.

 

Joel Cardenas is an entrepreneur, hospitality pro, and event producer with a talent for turning big ideas into unforgettable experiences. As the founder of Restaurants That Tech, he helps businesses grow smarter and more profitably—while somehow still finding time to produce high-energy, community-driven events that keep Austin buzzing.

 

JP is a creative strategist, LGBTQ+ advocate, and champion for joyful, authentic spaces. As co-owner of Camp Nackte and a leader in employee engagement and marketing at Apple, he’s passionate about creating experiences rooted in visibility, belonging, and connection.

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Together, Team JP & Joel bring style, heart, and community spirit everywhere they go. Whether they’re hosting events, building queer spaces, or dancing their way through Unite the Fight, they’re proud to support organizations creating meaningful impact for LGBTQ+ communities across Texas.