Announcing the newest member of our Board of Directors, Joshua Hauth

We are thrilled to announce that at our year-end board meeting, Joshua Hauth was officially brought on as a new member of the Tom of Finland Foundation Board of Directors.

Joshua’s journey with the Foundation has already been extraordinary. From helping launch our bold new branding, to fully immersing himself in the spirit and culture of TOM House, to championing our fundraising events and cultivating meaningful partnerships—his passion and dedication have already made a meaningful difference.

Photo by Richie Lee Davis

Joshua Hauth is a creative director and founder of the multidisciplinary design studio YESHI.co. With over 15 years of experience in both agency and in-house settings, Joshua’s extensive background in graphic design and new media has led to collaborations on a wide array of campaigns for clients like Apple, RESY, and Uniqlo. 

He has also partnered with numerous arts and cultural institutions, focusing on creative strategy and production for events, exhibitions, identities, and publishing. As a new Board member to Tom of Finland Foundation, Joshua is committed to building on the important legacy of LGBTQ+ culture with a fresh brand marketing perspective. 

Joshua earned his BFA from Columbia College and studied as a resident of Werkplaats Typografie. He has taught seminars at his alma mater, SVA, and Parsons School of Design. He lives and works in Manhattan. 

“I am beyond excited to join the Board of Directors and help build the organization’s future to its fullest potential. I’m truly looking forward to collaborating with this incredible community as we launch new initiatives in the coming year—we have so much to accomplish together.” —Joshua Hauth

We are incredibly grateful for Joshua’s commitment to our mission and are excited to welcome his creativity, energy, and leadership to the Board. Please join us in celebrating Joshua as he steps into this important role.

Published: 26th December 2025

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